Independent equine vets in Sussex you can rely on when it matters most
Practical, personal veterinary care from a vet-owned team offering routine care, advanced facilities and 24/7 emergency support across Sussex and surrounding areas.
Need urgent help?
If you are worried about your horse, call us now.
Our team provides 24/7 emergency equine care, 365 days a year. If it is urgent, we would always rather you ring and let us help you decide what needs to happen next.
Clear advice, fast action and experienced equine support when it matters most.
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Experienced equine care without the corporate script
At Priors Farm, decisions about your horse’s care are made by vets who know the practice, know the area and understand the realities of horse ownership.
We have stayed independent because we believe good veterinary care should be practical, personal and honest. That means clear advice, fair conversations about options and costs, and a team that focuses on what is right for the horse in front of them.
Whether you need urgent help, routine support or more in-depth investigation, we aim to give you experienced care that feels both professional and human.
Established care. Recognised standards.
Based in Forest Row since 1978, Priors Farm is an RCVS-accredited Equine General Practice and an approved Veterinary Nurse Training Practice.
How we can help
We provide a broad range of equine veterinary services for horses, ponies and donkeys, from day-to-day preventive care through to more complex diagnostics and treatment.
Routine and preventive care
Vaccinations, dental care, worming advice, health checks and support to keep your horse well.
Lameness and diagnostics
Thoughtful investigation of performance issues, lameness and problems that are not quite straightforward.
Dentistry
Routine and advanced dental care delivered with horse welfare, safety and practicality in mind.
Breeding and reproductive work
Support for mares, breeding plans and reproductive management from an experienced equine team.
Imaging, facilities and in-house capability
Purpose-built facilities and equipment that help us examine, diagnose and treat horses safely and effectively.
Also looking for pre-purchase examinations or equine surgery? Explore our services or contact us for guidance.
Why horse owners choose Priors Farm
- Independent and vet-owned
- Experienced equine-only practice
- 24/7 emergency care
- Established local reputation
- Purpose-built facilities
- Practical, honest advice
- Strong continuity of care
For many owners, choosing a vet is about more than qualifications alone. It is about knowing who will pick up the phone, who will turn up when things are stressful, and who will give clear advice you can trust. Priors Farm is built around that kind of long-term relationship.
Facilities that support better care
Our facilities help us examine and treat horses in clean, safe and practical conditions. That means a better experience for the horse, better working conditions for the team and a stronger foundation for good clinical decision-making.
Whether your horse needs routine treatment or more detailed investigation, having the right environment and equipment in place makes a difference.
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A team that knows horses and the people who care for them
Our vets, nurses and support team work closely together to make sure horses and owners are looked after with skill, kindness and common sense.
As an independent practice, we believe continuity matters. The people guiding your horse’s care are part of the same team that knows the practice, knows the local area and understands what good service should feel like.
Joining Priors Farm
If you are looking for an equine vet in Sussex, we aim to make joining the practice straightforward.
When you contact us, we can talk through what you need, explain how registration works and help you understand what happens next. If your horse needs urgent attention, call us straight away. If it is routine or you are planning ahead, we can guide you through the next steps clearly.
- Get in touch
- Tell us what you need
- We guide you from there
Based in Forest Row, serving Sussex and surrounding areas
We support horse owners across East and West Sussex and the Surrey and Kent borders. See our coverage map, or contact us if you are unsure whether we cover your area.
Trusted by horse owners across Sussex
Owners want clear communication, sensible advice and a team they feel comfortable calling when it matters. That trust is earned over time, and it matters to us.
“All highly qualified and experienced vets, which becomes crucial during out of hours emergency call out situations.”
Duncan Smith
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“Friendly, knowledgeable, great vets, nurses and front end admin”
Lisa Garrett
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“Wonderful facility with happy pleasant staff. Makes having to take your horse to the vet a pleasure. Thank you all.”
Jane Carr
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Looking for experienced, independent equine care?
Whether you need emergency support, routine care or a practice you can rely on long term, Priors Farm is here to help.