The RSPCA Stort Valley Branch is a separately registered charity and branch of the RSPCA, primarily responsible for raising its own funds locally.

Since 1824 the RSPCA has worked tirelessly to promote kindness and prevent cruelty to animals.

To report a mistreated, neglected, injured or distressed animal call our cruelty line: 0300 1234 999. This is a 24-hour service.

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The RSPCA Stort Valley Branch (Registered Charity No. 233908) is run by volunteers and is a separately registered charity and branch of the RSPCA, primarily responsible for raising its own funds locally

The branch fundraises by various events and collections that enable it to provide a clinic staffed by a qualified Veterinary Surgeon. The branch does not have operating or X-ray facilities, if these are required then a referral to a private vet will be given.

The clinic is for people in receipt of state benefits, this includes Job Seekers Allowance, Employment Support Allowance, Disability Living Allowance and Working Tax Credit, any of which must ALSO be accompanied by Housing Benefit and/or Council Tax Support. Individuals on a low income and receiving Housing Benefit and/or Council Tax Support, or senior citizens in receipt of a State Pension, are also eligible to use the services..

The Branch area extends from Saffron Walden Essex to Broxbourne Hertfordshire, including Bishop’s Stortford, Harlow and the villages surrounding this corridor. However, some neighbouring RSPCA Branches do not offer a clinic service and the branch is therefore prepared to see clients from neighbouring areas.

There is a consultation fee of charged at each visit. Drugs are supplied at cost. Wildlife is treated free of charge.

There is also an advice centre where you can obtain advice on the care of animals, details of local shelters and rescue centres, etc.