Your independent vets for Stokesley
Stokesley is a market town on the River Leven, with the North York Moors rising just to the south. Ironstone Veterinary Clinic is an independent practice in Middlesbrough, around 20–25 minutes away along the A172. We are a single practice at 2–4 Cargo Fleet Lane, Middlesbrough TS3 0LW, not a branch in Stokesley, and we see dogs, cats, rabbits, small furries and birds.
Getting to us from Stokesley
By car
From Stokesley (TS9), the clinic is roughly 10 miles away, usually 20–25 minutes by car. The usual route is via A172 north through Nunthorpe and Marton, then Ormesby Road towards Cargo Fleet Lane. 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 Stokesley and the team will advise; with a journey of around 20–25 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 Stokesley
Popular local walks
Local favourites include the River Leven riverside and Stokesley Showground area, Carlton Bank and the Cleveland Way along the northern edge of the North York Moors. Riverside walks along the Leven are easy and flat, while Carlton Bank and the Cleveland Way offer serious moorland hikes. Moorland means ticks and adders; farmland means livestock and the need for leads in lambing season.
Seasonal health watch-outs
Moorland ticks can transmit Lyme disease, so check dogs after every hill walk. If a dog is bitten by an adder, carry them and call immediately. Rural cats may bring home rodents and wildlife, so worming matters.
Before and after your walk
Before a long day on Carlton Bank or the Cleveland Way, a quick check of tick protection and microchip details is worthwhile. If your dog comes home lame, with a swollen face or limb, or seems unusually quiet after a moorland walk, phone us for advice rather than waiting to see if it settles.
Services Stokesley owners use most
For Stokesley owners, the services we are asked about most are flea, tick and worming products, emergencies and orthopaedic surgery. You can also read about cat vaccinations, or browse the full range on our treatments and services page.
Moving to Ironstone
To register your Stokesley pet, book a first appointment online or call 01642 918997. Weekday hours run from 08:30 to 18:30, with a Saturday morning session from 09:00 to 12:00. We are 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 pet owners in Great Ayton, Nunthorpe households and our Yarm page, 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 Stokesley pet owners
How long does it take from Stokesley to the clinic?
About 20–25 minutes via the A172.
Can ticks from the moors make my dog ill?
Ticks can carry diseases including Lyme disease. Remove them promptly and ask us about prevention.
Do you treat farm or rural cats?
We see pet cats from rural homes; call to discuss your cat's needs.
Can I book online?
Yes, via our book-appointment page.
Which postcodes around Stokesley do you serve?
We regularly see pets from TS9. If you live in or around Stokesley, you are welcome to register with us at Cargo Fleet Lane.