Julian Norton has been a firm favourite on Channel 5’s The Yorkshire Vet since it first began in 2015
The Yorkshire Vet star has faced hardship off-screen.
Julian Norton has been a familiar face on the Channel 5 hit documentary series since it launched back in 2015.
The show quickly became a hit among fans, who tune in to see Julian, his co-star Peter Wright and others, caring for animals across North Yorkshire.
However, both Peter and Julian no longer work at Skeldale, having left three years ago. In 2021, the pair bid farewell to Skeldale Veterinary Centre in Thirsk following numerous years of committed service, reports the Express.
Peter had devoted an impressive 40 years to Skeldale, commencing his journey under the mentorship of Alf Wright, the renowned writer of ‘All Creatures Great And Small’, before determining it was time to pursue a fresh venture.
Audiences have remained intrigued about Peter Wright’s motivations for departing Skeldale. Peter candidly explained his exit from Skeldale, identifying Medivet’s acquisition as the catalyst for his choice.
Having progressed from junior vet to partner at the distinguished Yorkshire surgery, Peter believed the corporate shift in strategy stopped him from undertaking the work he genuinely cherished.
“I was there from being the new boy and then I gradually became (a) partner,” he told Express. “I then became senior partner. I ran the practice for almost 20 years, and I have lots of happy memories of working there.
“But, at the same time, I am what is called a mixed practitioner. In other words, I deal with all creatures, all shapes and sizes.”
“From cows and horses down to hamsters. And to take the farm side away from me, you know, it had to stop because it wasn’t economically viable anymore and I couldn’t do that work anymore. But I had to continue what I loved and that is being a mixed practised vet.”
Meanwhile, Julian has previously spoken about his difficulties discussing mental health pressures.
He outlined the challenges of veterinary work to the BBC, saying: “Veterinary work can be quite lonely too. You visit solitary farmers with their animals, 30 minutes of driving in between, not much chance to chat.
“Fewer people are employed in farming now and if you don’t get the chance to discuss the issues things get bottled up.”
You can catch up on The Yorkshire Vet on Channel 5
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