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How much is a written prescription in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, the written prescription price is £16 to £37.50, typically £33, across the 11 practices that publish it: 22% above the UK typical price of £27. Last updated 29 October 2026.

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Prices in Lancaster

  • Written prescription: £16 to £37.50, typically £33 (11 practices)

Under the CMA’s new rules, written prescription fees will be capped at £21.40 for the first medicine and £12.70 for each extra one: from 23 March 2027 at large groups and 23 September 2027 at smaller practices. Buying the medicine online with a written prescription is often much cheaper: see our medicine price checker.

Every practice, cheapest written prescription first

PracticeOwnerWritten prescriptionEach extra item on it
Furness Veterinary Centre LA15 8RGIndependent£16–
Westmorland Vets - Kendal LA9 7SXInspiring Vet Care£21–
Westmorland Vets - Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2HHInspiring Vet Care£21–
Kendal Vets for Pets LA9 6DUPets at Home£24–
Church Walk Veterinary Centre - Ulverston LA12 7ENCVS Group£27–
Alexander Vets - Barrow LA14 5SLInspiring Vet Care£33–
Grove Vets - Barrow LA14 1DWInspiring Vet Care£34–
Burch Tree Vets - Carnforth LA5 9LDInspiring Vet Care£35–
Burch Tree Vets - Morecambe LA4 4DHInspiring Vet Care£35–
Highgate Vets - Beezon Road LA9 6BWInspiring Vet Care£37.50–
Highgate Vets - Beezon Road LA9 6BWInspiring Vet Care£37.50–

Prices for a standard, straightforward case. Compare written prescription fee prices across the UK · All vet prices in Lancaster

Questions

How much is a written prescription in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, the written prescription price is £16 to £37.50, typically £33, across 11 practices that publish it. Checked 29 October 2026.

Why do vet prices for written prescription fee vary so much?

Practices set their own prices. Price can reflect what is included (such as pain relief, a check-up afterwards or tests beforehand), the equipment and staff on site, and who owns the practice. Ask each practice what its price includes.

Prices are taken from each practice’s own published price list, include VAT and are for a standard, straightforward case. We check every practice once a week; these prices were last updated on 29 October 2026. Always confirm with the practice before booking. How we collect and show prices.