Our Ledbury Veterinary Team

Chris qualified from Cambridge in 1995. After a few years in mixed practice, he joined Brookfield in 2004, became a partner in 2005 and now supports and mentors younger vets within the team. The practice is co-owned by him and his wife Victoria, and they are proud that they have remained independent over all this time. He enjoys tackling complex medical cases. He obtained a certificate in diagnostic imaging in 2017 which includes ultrasonography and radiography. He also offers in-depth consultations in dermatology. Chris has raised money for various charities over the years by running the London Marathon (7 times!) as well as cycle rides including Lands’ End to John O Groats. Apart from sport he also loves to travel and spend time with his family of 4 boys, Derek the dog and Hugo the cat.

Victoria is Herefordshire born and bred and qualified from Royal Veterinary College, London in 1996. Her Brookfield story began in 2004 and she co-owns the practice with her husband Chris. Victoria has a particular interest in Veterinary Dentistry. In 2015 she introduced digital dental radiography and has taken our dental care to new heights. In 2021, she gained her certificate in dentistry and now, in 2026, is doing her post-graduate certificate in Soft Tissue Surgery. She is the vet lead for our laparoscopic (keyhole) spay service, as part of her love for surgery. As well as four sons, Chris and Victoria have a ginger cat Hugo, and an ageing Labrador Derek, rescued in 2013.

Charles has been working with Brookfield Vets since he qualified from the University of Nottingham, starting with us in August 2016. Charles now shares his time between both branches but predominantly works in Ledbury as our Clinical Director. Charles and his wife, Fran (one of our other vets), have just welcomed their fourth child, Poppy, in January. In his spare time, when his hands aren’t full, he enjoys renovating his Victorian property and playing padel. Charles and his family have two Norfolk Terriers, and an assortment of guinea pigs and chickens.

Fran joined us in 2020, having graduated in 2016 from the University of Nottingham. You will see her working between both our branches and helps support our work with the Hereford branch of Cats Protection. Fran is currently on maternity leave having welcomed Poppy in January 2026. Fran's spare time is filled with caring for her four children, two dogs, guinea pigs, chickens and her demanding husband (Charles).

Lauren graduated from Bristol University in 2022 and has worked at Brookfield ever since. You will see her at both our Hereford and Ledbury branches, and out an about everywhere from school career’s fairs to judging at charity dog shows! Lauren also coordinates out Vet and Work Experience Student placements, supports our work with the Hereford Cats Protection branch and is helping to develop our endoscopy service. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys taking her labrador Alf and rescue lurcher Oz on adventures, visiting friends and growing flowers and vegetables in her garden.

Eden was the founder of Argus Veterinary Surgery and has stayed on as part of the Brookfield Team. For most of his career he was a truly mixed vet seeing all species but now, like the rest of the team, he’s dedicated to small animal work. He also loves walking and photographing the beautiful local countryside and all of his events.

Tulip joined Brookfield in 2025, having graduated from the University of Surrey. You will see her across both our Hereford and Ledbury branches and has a particular interest in medicine cases. In her free time, she loves walks with her two Papillons, Koda and Moxie, and enjoys climbing.

Kirstyn joined our team in 2026 and has been bringing her brilliant smile and positive energy with her every day. Originally born in South Africa, she moved to Australia at 14, graduated as a vet there and has now been in the profession for 9 years. She relocated to Wales in 2018, working in mixed practice before spending some time in farm animal practice in 2023. These days, she’s happily settled in small animal work. Kirstyn has a real passion for surgery, pain management and emergency and critical care. Outside of work, you’ll usually find her exploring the great outdoors with her Border Ollie Mia, hiking, travelling, swimming or kickboxing.

Jemima grew up in Buckinghamshire and studied at the University of Nottingham, before moving to Hereford shortly after graduating in 2024. Jemima has a particular interest in diagnostic imaging and small animal surgery, being happiest in the operating room! Always on the go, Jemima enjoys running half marathons, playing netball and padel, and exploring the many restaurants and pubs that Hereford has to offer. Any free time that is left is spent occupying her mischievous rescue kitten Mervyn, who is always getting into trouble!

Jess qualified as an RVN in 2021 after completing her Veterinary Nursing degree at Hartpury University. After joining the Brookfield team in 2023, she proudly stepped into the Head Nurse position at our Ledbury practice later that year, and she enjoys every moment of leading our Ledbury team. There’s no sitting around for Jess as she went on to complete her Oral Care Certificate and her BSAVA Nurse Merit Award in Emergency and Critical Care and anaesthesia! Jess’ passion for animals started at a very young age, after growing up on her Grandad’s dairy farm – she enjoys looking after all animals big and small, including her parent’s herd of Highland cows. Jess enjoys spending her free time walking in the countryside with her Labradors Monty and Wren.

Katie began her veterinary journey with a Saturday job at a local practice whilst still in school. She then went on to complete a National Diploma in Animal Management at Hartpury College in 2008. Katie then returned to a local practice in 2011 to complete her apprenticeship and qualify as an RVN in 2017. Katie enjoys all aspects of nursing and the variety it entails. In her spare time she is mum to her 2 young children Jack and Erin, and we are very lucky she has a big interest in baking! She also enjoys walking and cycling around our beautiful countryside and helping on her brother’s farm with their Hereford cattle and various breeds of sheep.

Jess started her veterinary career as VCA, before graduating as an RVN from Pershore College in 2010. She continued to study hard and gained her Certificate in Small Animal Veterinary Nursing in 2022. Jess has experience in both large and small animal Veterinary Nursing and joined the Brookfield Team in 2025. Jess has a love for elderly felines, with her own cats, William and Ronnie, both over the age of 14! She is passionate about improving care for all patients, from post-operative care, up to elderly patient clinics. Outside of work Jess can be found doing yoga or growing vegetables in her extensive garden!

Charlotte graduated with a BSc (hons) Veterinary Nursing degree from Harper Adams University in 2024. After graduating she travelled round New Zealand and Australia on a working-holiday visa, before moving to Hereford in 2025. She joined the Brookfield team in 2026, spending most of her time at our Ledbury branch. She enjoys all aspects of nursing but monitoring anaesthetics and educating clients in nurse clinics are her favourite! In her spare time Charlotte enjoys taking Reggie, her Golden Retriever, on long walks in the Herefordshire and Welsh countryside, playing squash and remaining active in her local Young Farmers club.

James joined our team in 2020 to aid the Vets during the COVID-19 lockdowns as an animal handler. His skills in animal care were immediately evident, and he progressed quickly through his student RVN apprenticeship to qualify in 2024. James has a keen interest in cytology and loves nothing better than a day looking down a microscope, he also is passing along his skills to our new student nurses as a clinical coach. He also has a soft spot for Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, of which he owns one called Emma.

Fliss joined the team in 2022 as a student RVN, completing her apprenticeship in 2025. Now a fully qualified RVN, Fliss’ particular areas of interest lie within anaesthetic and ECC (Emergency and Critical Care) work, making her an ideal fit with our own out-of-hours service. In her free time Fliss enjoys playing tennis and horse riding through the Herefordshire and Gloucestershire countryside.

Tracey is a key member of the Brookfield team, bringing over 28 years of experience within the veterinary field. As a registered veterinary receptionist and nursing assistant, she plays an important role both front of house and behind the scenes. Tracey is dedicated to providing exceptional client care, managing the busy reception area, and ensuring every visit runs smoothly. She also assists with anaesthesia and consultations with Eden, combining her communication skills with hands-on clinical knowledge. Outside of work, Tracey enjoys spending time with her three children, her niece and her much loved collie, Kodi and rescue cat, Charlie.

Sophie recently joined the Brookfield team in 2025 and has quickly become a valued member of the reception team. She helps keep everything running smoothly, from managing accounts to supporting the practice’s social media pages. Sophie enjoys welcoming clients and ensuring we enable a Fear-Free experience for all patients. Outside of work she loves spending time with her two children and her cockerpoo, Milo.

Libbie is one of the welcoming faces behind our Ledbury reception at Brookfield Vets, greeting clients and their pets with warmth and enthusiasm. She joined the team in 2025 and enjoys being part of the friendly, supportive environment at the practice. Libbie particularly enjoys welcoming our newest members of the Brookfield family and helping with puppy socialisation and training. Outside of work, Libbie loves spending time with her two dogs, Dottie and Dexter, going for walks on the Malvern Hills, and expressing her creativity through drawing.

Nikki has recently joined our Ledbury reception team. She brings a wealth of experience, with over 30 years in the veterinary industry, working both as an RVN and a qualified canine hydrotherapist! Nikki’s main interests are in dog training, where she expanded her knowledge by becoming a member of the Karen Pryor Training Academy. Outside of work her main hobbies are dog agility, where she regularly competes with her JRT and Miniature Poodle, trail running in the Forest of Dean and growing her own vegetables.