Palmerston Veterinary Group, Walthamstow

Palmerston Veterinary Group, Walthamstow is part of the multi-branch Palmerston Veterinary Group, established in 1986, and the wider Linnaeus network. The practice offers routine care through to surgery and diagnostic imaging, including digital X-ray and ultrasound, and it is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Recent feedback continues to highlight caring, unhurried consultations, with vet Neil Hampson especially praised for practical advice and a cost-conscious approach.

Services

• •General and preventative care: consultations, vaccinations, flea, tick and worming treatments, prescriptions, and repeat medications.
• •Urgent and surgical care: emergency or urgent appointments for sudden illness or injury, plus surgical procedures including spaying, which one owner said went very well.
• •Dental and diagnostic services: routine dental care, advanced dentistry, digital X-ray, and ultrasound.
• •Nurse-led support: nurse clinics for services such as weight checks, dental advice, nail trims, and post-operative checks.
• •Pet travel and certification: travel vaccinations, documentation, and certification; one owner specifically mentioned help preparing a dog for international travel.
• •End-of-life care: the practice offers “Saying Goodbye” support, and reviews mention compassionate help during euthanasia, including a home visit.

Pricing

Published prices suggest the clinic sits below average, based on a partial sample of comparable services. Reviews also point to a cost-conscious approach, with Neil Hampson specifically praised for trying to keep costs down and not pushing unnecessary operations or expensive medication.

People

• •Neil Hampson (vet): repeatedly named in reviews by long-standing clients, who describe him as honest, kind, highly skilled, calm, and never rushed. Owners also praise his clear explanations, willingness to consider alternative treatment options, and efforts to keep costs down where possible.
• •Tanya / Tanja (reception/front of house): singled out for empathy, warmth, and helpful support at reception.
• •Nursing team: mentioned positively in connection with ongoing care and support around procedures and follow-up.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.7 stars from 157 reviews.

• •Recent feedback is consistently very positive, with owners describing the practice as caring, friendly, and approachable.
• •Neil Hampson stands out strongly in reviews, especially from long-term clients who say they trust his expertise, value his calm manner, and appreciate consultations that do not feel rushed.
• •Owners often mention clear, detailed explanations and practical, down-to-earth advice, including consideration of different treatment options.
• •The wider team also gets credit for the overall experience, with reception staff, especially Tanya/Tanja, praised for empathy and helpfulness.