Stable Close Equine Practice

Stable Close Equine Practice is a horse-only veterinary practice in Winchester, Hampshire, and is part of VetPartners. The practice is set up for both routine care and more advanced investigations, with stated in-the-field imaging and scope capabilities including mobile digital x-ray, ultrasound, respiratory endoscopy and gastroscopy. It also states 24-hour emergency cover, with out-of-hours calls transferred to a duty vet.

Services

•Routine and preventive care: Annual vaccinations, dentistry, and general ambulatory visits are mentioned, with reviewers also describing straightforward booking and helpful follow-up from the office team.
•Diagnostics and investigation: Pre-purchase examinations, radiology including mobile digital x-ray, ultrasonography, endoscopy including respiratory endoscopes, and gastroscopy.
•Performance and reproductive work: Sports medicine, shockwave therapy, laser therapy, and stud medicine.
•Urgent and problem-based care: Reviews mention support with colic, mud fever, sore eyes, strained hock tendons, and other unexpected health concerns, including phone advice and on-site callouts where needed.
•Emergency and end-of-life care: The practice states 24-hour emergency cover, and reviews repeatedly describe calm, respectful support during severe colic cases and euthanasia visits.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

•Alex Sergeant: Repeatedly praised for diagnosis, practical support, new ideas, and a calm, considerate approach, including managing nervous horses well, attending on-site callouts, and giving helpful phone advice.
•Archie: Mentioned for calm and compassionate support during a severe colic case, including help with euthanasia decision-making and later reassurance during an insurance query.
•Vicky: Thanked several times for compassionate end-of-life visits, answering questions clearly, and guiding owners through difficult decisions.
•Bridie: Positively mentioned for an annual vaccination visit, with feedback noting punctuality and a friendly manner.
•Office staff and the wider vet team: Reviewers describe the admin side as helpful and quick with medications and prescriptions, alongside a strong ambulatory team.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.9 stars from 28 reviews.

•Many reviewers describe using the practice for years, sometimes across several horses, with a strong theme of long-term trust and continuity.
•Compassion under pressure comes through clearly, especially in reviews about severe colic and euthanasia, where vets are described as calm, kind, and clear in their explanations.
•Alex, Vicky and Archie are the most prominently praised by name, with comments covering diagnosis, reassurance, handling nervous horses, and support after difficult events.
•Reviews also mention solid day-to-day service: routine vaccinations and dental care, prompt help with acute issues, helpful office staff, and efficient handling of medications and prescriptions.

Reviews for Stable Close Equine Practice

Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 28 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Kerri Lorimer

3 weeks ago

I have been using Stable Close Equine Practice for many many years, and for several horses over that time. Main vet I use is Alex Sergeant, and she is amazing ! First class in support, diagnosis, new ideas, and working in a caring and considerate way adapting to the horse that she is treating, especially my nervous Connie x gelding Dreamer - she is very good at managing his nerves and ensuring all treatment is delivered in a way that he accepts and builds his confidence. I trust her 100% in every way. A big thank you for all your help and care over the years. Also to all the other vets that have ever attended in emergency situations. I would recommend Stable Close time and time again. Dreamer is very lucky to have this care, as am I.

Kim Rutherford

1 month ago

I haven't been with the practice for long, but I've had quite a lot of contact in a relatively short period of time! All conditions unrelated in my 19 yr old TB - from routine vax & dental, to acute issues like mud fever, strained hock tendons and sore eyes! I've seen a few of the vets for different concerns - all lovely and resolving issues quickly. I've had most contact with Alex who's been excellent providing on site support when called out, and also some advice remotely over the phone (which is hugely appreciated) for quick reassurance and instruction. The office have also been helpful (and speedy) with requests for meds being made up, and prescriptions written. Thank you Stable Close Equine!

Lucy Burrell

An outstanding practice that truly goes above and beyond. Would highly recommend ⭐️

Zoe Hook

2 months ago

Had the lovely Bridie visit my horse today for his annual vaccinations. We are new to this vets due to moving out of catchment for our old ones and I’m very impressed. Easy to contact, on time and lovely people. Thank you.

Sarah Carrington-Chappell

4 months ago

Absolutely brilliant practice! From the office staff through to the excellent team of vets on the road. We have used Stable Close Equine Practice from the first day, more years than I can remember, and would never use anyone else unless recommended by them. Complete support and understanding and the combined knowledge and experience is incredible.

Joanne Barnes

8 months ago

Having been a Stable Close client for the past 11 years and over that time they've consistently provided excellent care and support for my horses. Their professionalism, knowledge and genuine compassion have always stood out. But I wanted to take a moment to especially recognise Archie, who recently supported me through one of the most difficult moments of my life as a horse owner. My beloved Leo suffered a sudden and severe bout of colic, and despite every effort, I had to make the heart breaking decision to let him go. Archie was there every step of the way, showing such kindness, empathy, and calm in incredibly distressing circumstances. I will never forget how gentle and respectfully he handled both Leo and me during those final moments. In the weeks that followed, Archie continued to support me - especially as I navigated the complexities of dealing with my insurance company. When questions were raised by the insurer, Archie reassured me that I had made the right and most humane decision for Leo, which gave me the peace of mind I desperately needed. I am so grateful to Archie and the whole team. Thank you for your compassion, your care, and for being such a trusted part of Leo's life - and mine!

Sueltan Day

9 months ago

I'd like to say a big thank you to Vicky who came out yesterday evening to my mare who sadly had tobe PTS . Vicky was absolutely amazing caring compassionate and answered all questions and advised her extensive knowledge to support me at the sad time. Big thank you to the practice too who have treated my horses for over 20 years now. Brilliant vets practice 💕I will certainly go no where else and hopefully U will be with me on my journey with a new horse/ponie in near future

Jasmine Becheley-Gordon

11 months ago

Fantastic practice who always conduct them self with compassion and care for both owner and horse. Vicky and the whole team are super vets through and through!