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John Sharpe MVB

#1 Vet in Ballybay, Monaghan

4.3
Independent Clinic

John Sharpe MVB – Vets in Ballybay

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic
Top 10 Ranking
#9 in Monaghan

Clinic Overview

The available website and review information describes this as a wetlands/nature-trail facility rather than a veterinary clinic (no animal healthcare services, species treated, or clinical facilities are listed in the provided sources). Reviews focus on walking routes around bog/wetland habitat, including a pontoon/boardwalk section, and on-site indoor facilities used for group visits (e.g., school tours and meetings). A couple of reviewers mention arriving when it felt unmanned/empty and deciding not to stay, and there’s also a note that maintenance could be improved.

The available website and review information describes this as a wetlands/nature-trail facility rather than a veterinary clinic (no animal healthcare services, species treated, or clinical facilities are listed in the provided sources). Reviews focus on walking routes around bog/wetland habitat, including a pontoon/boardwalk section, and on-site indoor facilities used for group visits (e.g., school tours and meetings). A couple of reviewers mention arriving when it felt unmanned/empty and deciding not to stay, and there’s also a note that maintenance could be improved.

Services

Based on the website summary and written reviews, the services/amenities mentioned include

  • Walking trails through woodland/bog/wetland areas, including a pontoon/boardwalk-style crossing.
  • A main building with rooms used for meetings/presentations (projector mentioned in a review).
  • Kitchen and rest rooms mentioned as available in the building (per a review).
  • Suitability for school tours and group visits is specifically mentioned in a review.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.3 stars from 96 reviews.

  • Visitors repeatedly describe the wetlands and trails as scenic and relaxing; multiple reviews call out the bog/wetland views and the experience of walking among reeds/on the pontoon.
  • One reviewer describes the site as empty/unmanned when they visited and left shortly after arriving; they also mention signage about responsibility for break-ins/damage.
  • Maintenance comes up as a downside in one review (“can be maintained in a much better way”).
  • Facilities for organised groups are highlighted in an older review (spacious meeting rooms, projector, kitchen, rest rooms).

Location

Clones Rd, Derryvally, Ballybay, Co. Monaghan, Ireland

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