Towcester

Upcoming Events

We really enjoy hosting client meetings and workshops throughout the year. As well as discussing an area of interest, there is always the opportunity for a catch-up over some food and drink. Have a look at the list of upcoming events below, and then give us a call on 01327 350239 or email us on farm@towcestervets.co.uk to reserve your place.

We are always keen to hear ideas for future events so please do get in touch!

Our next Winter Meeting will be a Farm Walk with a talk about Beef Fertility from Tonia Simms MRCVS, an RCVS Advanced Practitioner.

This will be on Thursday 26th November 2026 from 2-4pm with tea, coffee and cake!

We will start with a walk around Whitfield House Farm (NN13 5TQ) and a chat from James about his system.

This will be followed by a talk on the key factors that influence fertility in beef cows—and how good management can help get more cows back in calf. There’ll be a focus on practical ways to support reproductive performance in the suckler herd.

If you would like to attend this meeting, please let Debbie know in the office on 01327 350239 or email us on farm@towcestervets.co.uk

Our christmas mingle is back for 2026!

Please come and join us for drinks and nibbles on Wednesday 16th December 2026 at Blackpit Brewery, Silverstone, MK18 5LJ.

Drop in any time from 6pm to 9:30pm.

There will be stalls to browse through, sausage rolls to eat and a raffle with some fun prizes to be won!

Children and well-behaved adults welcome!

If you can let us know if you’re planning to attend then we can allocate you a sausage roll, but if not all are welcome on the day!

Are you looking to build confidence dealing with common issues around lambing time? Our new course is designed for anyone involved with lambing!

We will cover:

  • Care of the pregnant ewe
  • The normal birthing process
  • Common issues and the techniques to correct them
  • Care of the newborn lamb

This course will be held on Saturday 23rd January 2027 from 9:00 to 13:00 at Plum Park Farm, Paulerspury, NN12 6LQ.

It will involve a theory seminar followed by a hands-on practical session. Tea & Coffee included.

Everyone is welcome, whether you are new to lambing or looking to gain more experience with tricky presentations!

Please kindly contact the surgery on 01327 350 239 or email farm@towcestervets.co.uk to find out more.

Limited spaces, booking in advance is required

On this day we take blood from donor camelids which is then transported to the Pet Blood Bank for processing to produce plasma. Plasma is a vital part of treating crias who don’t get enough colostrum at birth.

Plasma is not commercially available so this is our only way of producing this product and as we want to pass on antibodies that are specific to your farm, it’s important that each farm has its own supply. There is a disease risk in using plasma from other herds.

If you would like to register your interest in attending this day or for more information, please call the surgery.

Keep an eye out for the date of our next Barnyard Breather.

As always, expect a relaxed atmosphere, some good company and a chance to take a break from the farm.

Pop in for half an hour, or stay for a couple. Topics of conversation at our previous events have included Bluetongue, Nikki’s birthday and passport applications! We’re always up for a chat.

It was lovely to see so many of you at Blakesley Show again this year. It felt like the busiest we’ve ever had!

We had great fun with our new Aggers pump race, and crowned a worthy winner with 32.92s to pump 20L (depsite the heat!!)!

We hope you are looking forward to doing it all again next year!

 

A chance to learn more about rearing dairy beef calves, including nutrition, housing, and disease prevention.

Call the office to find out more and join our waiting list for the next course.

This course is a Red Tractor requirement but is open to anyone wanting to learn or refresh their knowledge.

We will cover

  • When different medications are appropriate to use
  • Administration of medications
  • Storage and disposal of medications

Please call the office to find out more and join the waiting list.