Mercer and Hughes
– Bocking Braintree
With a heritage spanning over 40 years, Mercer and Hughes is a well-established small animal veterinary practice serving pets and their families across Stansted Mountfitchet, Dunmow, Saffron Walden, and Bocking Braintree.
175-179 Church Lane, Bocking, Braintree, Essex, CM7 5SG
Out of Hours: Swayne & Partners Bury St Edmunds 01284 701 444 ,Vets Now 01376 530 759
Opening Hours:
Mon: 8:30 – 18:30
Tues: 8:30 – 18:30
Wed: 8:30 – 18:30
Thurs: 8:30 – 18:30
Fri: 8:30 – 18:30
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
Out of Hours Practice:
Swayne & Partners – Bury St Edmunds
Sidney House, Western Way (West), Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, IP33 3SP
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£27.31
Everyday Care Members Price
Free
Complete Peace of Mind Members Price
Free
From £18.12
Everyday Care Members Price
From £18.12
Complete Peace of Mind Members Price
Free
Services
Welcome to Mercer and Hughes Bocking Braintree
Known for their expansive clinical facilities and commitment to excellence, Mercer and Hughes brings a wealth of experience and a deep-rooted passion for animal care to every branch. Their main site in Saffron Walden serves as the largest practice and is led by Clinical Directors Luis and Vincent.
Since joining the Kin Vet Community in 2023, Mercer and Hughes continues to provide trusted, compassionate care for generations of pets, now with the added support and shared values of a wider veterinary family.
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Meet Our Team
Seamus Mone MRCVS
Veterinary Surgeon
Veterinary surgeon Seamus is a long-standing member of the team at Mercer and Hughes, and is now primarily based at the Bocking surgery.
Sami Sayles BScRVN
Registered Veterinary Nurse
Sami is the Branch Registered Veterinary Nurse at our Bocking surgery. With a background in the rehoming and charity sector, he has a strong passion for animal welfare and client education. Sami particularly enjoys consultations and is always happy to offer advice and reassurance to pet owners. He has a special interest in diet and weight clinics, helping pets stay healthy and happy every day. Outside of work, Sami loves exploring the Notley and Braintree area on long walks with his family dog, Lucy.
Jennie Sexton
Client Support Administrator
Jennie is a Client Support Administrator at our Bocking surgery
Sarah Turner
Client Support Administrator
Ashton Warner
Animal Nursing Assistant
Ash joined Mercer and Hughes in 2023 as a Consult Assistant at the Bocking branch. Before that, he completed two diplomas in Work-Based Animal Care at Levels 2 and 3 through Writtle College. While studying, Ash spent his weekends volunteering on the college’s animal unit, gaining hands-on experience with a wide range of species – from farm animals to birds, reptiles and small furries. He has a particular soft spot for cats and shares his home with Felix, his 16-year-old feline companion. Ash enjoys the clinical side of practice, often supporting the nurses behind the scenes or assisting vets in consults. More recently, he’s been helping out across several branches.
Rachael Lynch
Client Support Administrator
