Your independent vets for Great Ayton
Great Ayton sits at the foot of the Cleveland Hills, and dogs here tend to live outdoor lives: hills, moorland and riverside strolls along the Leven. Ironstone Veterinary Clinic is an independent practice in Middlesbrough, around 20 minutes away by car, and we welcome Great Ayton owners looking for personal, owner-run care. We are a single practice at 2–4 Cargo Fleet Lane, Middlesbrough TS3 0LW, not a branch in Great Ayton, and we see dogs, cats, rabbits, small furries and birds.
Getting to us from Great Ayton
By car
From Great Ayton (TS9), the clinic is roughly 9 miles away, usually 18–22 minutes by car. The usual route is via A172 south through Marton and Nunthorpe, then the A173 into Great Ayton (reverse for the clinic). Journey times vary at peak times, so allow extra time for a first appointment.
When to call ahead
If your pet is unwell, nervous in the car or you are not sure how urgent things are, phone 01642 918997 before setting off from Great Ayton and the team will advise; with a journey of around 18–22 minutes, a quick call can save a wasted trip or get your pet seen sooner. Never rely on online booking for an emergency; our urgent care page explains what to do.
Walks and outdoor risks around Great Ayton
Popular local walks
Local favourites include Roseberry Topping, Captain Cook's Monument on Easby Moor, Cliff Ridge Wood and the River Leven through the village. Roseberry Topping and the climb to Captain Cook's Monument are two of the best-known walks in the area, and the River Leven runs right through the village green. Moorland heather and bracken bring ticks, and adders live on the North York Moors, so dogs that run off-lead on sunny days are at some risk.
Seasonal health watch-outs
If your dog is bitten by a snake, keep them calm, carry them if you can, and call us straight away. After moorland walks, check for ticks; lameness and sore pads are also common in dogs that do a lot of hill work, and older dogs may benefit from a joint check.
Services Great Ayton owners use most
For Great Ayton owners, the services we are asked about most are joint and orthopaedic problems, what to do in an emergency and tick-related skin problems. You can also read about your dog's annual boosters, or browse the full range on our treatments and services page.
Joining the practice
To register your Great Ayton pet, book a first appointment online or call 01642 918997. Opening hours are Monday to Friday 08:30–18:30 and Saturday 09:00–12:00; the practice is closed on Sundays. Bring any vaccination card or records you have, and let us know who your previous vet was so we can request your pet's history. Our guide to preparing for a vet visit explains what to expect.
Nearby areas we also serve
Plenty of our patients come from neighbouring communities too, so see our pages for Stokesley, vets for Nunthorpe pets and vets for Guisborough pets, or browse all the areas we cover.
Opening hours and out-of-hours care
- Monday – Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm
- Saturday 9:00am – 12:00pm
- Sunday Closed
Out of hours: Bridge Veterinary Hospital Middlesbrough (CVS Vets 24/7), Victoria Street, Middlesbrough TS1 5QZ. Call 01642 134522 · Provider website ↗. Hospitalisation and emergency consultations are available at our OOH provider 24/7 when we are closed.
If you are not sure whether your pet needs to be seen urgently, see our emergency advice or call us first during opening hours.
Questions from Great Ayton pet owners
How long is the drive from Great Ayton to the clinic?
Roughly 18–22 minutes via the A173 and A172.
What should I do if my dog is bitten by an adder?
Keep your dog calm and still, carry them if possible and phone 01642 918997 immediately. Do not wait for swelling to go down.
Do you offer tick prevention?
Yes. Our vets can recommend prevention suited to dogs that walk regularly on the moors.
Is there parking at the clinic?
Please call 01642 918997 or see our contact page for current arrival and parking information.
Which postcodes around Great Ayton do you serve?
We regularly see pets from TS9. If you live in or around Great Ayton, you are welcome to register with us at Cargo Fleet Lane.