Today I was invited to open ACEVETS, an independently owned veterinary practice in Cranham that began trading in December.

ACEVETS provide a range of services from routine consultations, blood tests and X-rays to more specialist services, including orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery provided by Head Vet and co-owner, Manuel.

The team aim to provide an affordable, positive experience and work closely with a number of charities including Celia Hammond, Pippa’s Army, Pussy Cat Lodge and Hockley Ferret Rescue.

It was a pleasure to be able to mark the opening of ACEVETS, which I hope will become a much-loved local service. I first met one of the team, Andrew, when he opened ACEBAGELS in Upminster Town Centre and it is wonderful to see his investment in the Upminster and Cranham community grow.