Hird and Partners Shelf Equine Hospital

20/05/2026

We are so incredibly proud of our team at Sheffield and excited to show you all the new premises today !

Join us for an unforgettable afternoon at Sheffield Equine Clinic X Speetley Equestrian Centre open day! 🐴

📍Sheffield Equine Clinic
Speetley Equestrian Centre
Rotherham Road
Barlborough
Chesterfield
S43 4TA
🕰3pm onwards
📅Wednesday 20th May

Whether you're already a part of the Speetley family or looking to discover what we're all about, we'd love to welcome you. Existing clients, new faces, horse owners, riders, and equestrian enthusiasts, all are invited! 💚

Expect an incredible afternoon packed with:
✨Amazing horses and riders
✨Special guest appearance's from well known names in the equestrian world
✨Mounted police horses
✨Rodeo bull
✨Pizza and refreshments
✨Giveaways, raffle, and more
✨Meet the team
✨See the new practice!

A fantastic afternoon celebrating horses, community, and everything equestrian, we can't wait to see you there!

See the timetable below! 👇🏾

17/04/2026

⭐️Attention ⭐️Four of our lovely Vets are taking to Wetherby racecourse on Sunday 26th April for the Mascot Gold Cup to raise money for Sue Ryder. 🐎

Taking to the racecourse like fish out of water you'll be able to spot them on race day in their sea creature themed costumes ! 🐬🦞🐊🐧

Please follow the link below to donate and help support our vets raise money for this amazing Charity ! ❤️

https://gofund.me/ff87b41f2

12/04/2026

FOSTER MARE URGENTLY REQUIRED 🚨
We have an Irish Draught c**t foal at the hospital that requires a foster mare (near Halifax, West Yorkshire).
Please contact the hospital on 01274 601534 if you can help.

20/03/2026

🚨 **Important Notice** 🚨

Our phone lines at Shelf Equine Hospital are currently down.

If you need to get in touch urgently, please call us on **07741 639245**.

We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we resolve the issue.

12/03/2026

🐎Vacancies 🐎
Veterinary Nursing Assistant

Hird and Partners Shelf Equine Hospital Based in Halifax West Yorkshire | RCVS-Accredited Equine Hospital

We have one Full-time Permanent Position available and two full time fixed term (maternity cover) positions available.

Are you passionate about equine care and looking to take the next step in your career? Join our dedicated team at our RCVS-accredited equine hospital in the heart of West Yorkshire, where we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care to our patients and their owners.

About the Role:
We are looking to recruit a compassionate and enthusiastic Veterinary Nursing Assistant to support our experienced veterinary surgeons and nursing team in all aspects of equine care. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to work in a busy, supportive environment with a strong focus on clinical excellence and animal welfare.

There are two shift patterns that run between the hours of 7 AM & 7 PM, and a 1 in 4 weekend rota.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assisting vets and nurses with routine and emergency procedures
• Assisting with Lameness work ups to include; trotting up, lunging and procedure preparation
• Providing daily care and handling of inpatients
• Carrying out general yard duties, including mucking out, feeding and grooming
• Preparing and maintaining equipment and clinical areas
• Supporting with administrative duties and client communication
• Maintaining a high standard of hygiene and infection control
About You:
• Experience in the equine industry
• Confident handling a variety of horses including stallions, foals, and youngstock
• A genuine passion for animal welfare and teamwork
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive and positive attitude
• Previous experience in a veterinary environment is desirable but not essential
What We Offer:
• A friendly, supportive team with opportunities for training and development
• Exposure to a wide variety of equine cases, from routine to specialist care
• Staff discounts

Join a workplace where your contribution truly matters and where every day brings new opportunities to grow and learn.
A full UK driving licence is preferable.
🔹 How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a cover letter to [email protected]

Applications close 02/04/2026

23/01/2026

Please bear with us our phone lines are down! We are working on getting these back up and running as soon as possible. ☎️☎️

15/01/2026

Come on Chris, you are nearly there! We are all behind you !!

Let's get that total past £7000 guys! 🏃‍♂️👟

🚨📣 Progress Update📣🚨

With just over 50 miles left out of a gruelling 268, Chris has raised £6945 for Meningitis Research!! Can we get it to £7000 before he crosses the finish line?

🚨📣 Progress Update📣🚨

Chris Lockett is currently taking on The Spine Race, which is a gruelling ultramarathon that spans approximately 268 miles along the Pennine Way, to raise money for Meningitis Research in memory of his daughter Penny.

He is almost half way through and as you can see by the picture he is still smiling!

If you wish to sponsor Chris whilst he is taking on this mammoth challenge please follow the link below!

Come on Chris you can do it!!

https://www.justgiving.com/page/chris-lockett-3?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA&fbclid=IwY2xjawPS9bVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETBUdHVWZEZYR1E1YVc4YzVvc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHuW6cM3Ez3_mpAiG6DLb9ZVpfKyXtyw0NWYC0grIWeszgtLm9eHNpOJs8Qsz_aem_hsPluu7GEMt7UNIhbcHEtg

09/01/2026

One of our partners Chris Lockett is starting the winter spine race this Sunday which is a long trudge from Derbyshire to Scotland. This is to raise money for the Meningitis Reasearch Foundation. We have put together 8 of these First Aid kits which we are selling off at £50 each all procedes will go towards the Meningitis Reasearch Foundation.

To purchase the kits please contact the office directly 01274601534. These are first come first serve.

If you would like to make a donation please follow the link below. https://www.justgiving.com/page/chris-lockett-3?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA

Thank you.

07/01/2026

❄️Ice Warning❄️
If you have an appointment you need to attend at the hospital today, please be warned despite being gritted, the car park and driveway are still very icy.

Please report to reception on arrival do not proceed in to the car park until you have signed in and been given the all clear to continue into the car park. We are working hard to clear as much of the ice as possible.
Please rearrange your appointment if possible.

Our ambulatory team are still working however bare in mind it may take longer to get to you.🚑

Thank you for understanding. Stay safe and warm 🐎🩵

31/12/2025

📣 ANNOUNCEMENT 📣

🐴✨ 2026 Equine Yard Visits ✨🐴

The dates for our 2026 equine yard visits are now confirmed!

Please take a moment to check the images and lists below and familiarise yourself with the new schedule, as some regular visit days have changed.

Please give us a call if you would like to check if you are eligible.

We can’t wait to see you all in the new year! 🎄🌟📅

🔹 Monday
Littleborough (now monthly)
Ludd Foot/Cragg Vale/Hebden Bridge/Heptonstall/Mytholmroyd

🔹 Tuesday
Huddersfield
Rochdale / Denshaw
Keighley
Ripponden

🔹 Wednesday
North Leeds / Horsforth
Oakenshaw/Wyke/Gomersal/Gildersome/Drighlington/Middleton

🔹 Thursday
Todmorden/Bacup/Blackshaw Head
Birstall/Batley/East Ardsley/Ossett
Clifton/Cleckheaton/Mirfield
Tong / Pudsey / Farnley
YEC (monthly)

🔹 Friday
Shelf / Ogden
Shibden / Southowram