British Shorthair Kittens for sale in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire

260 British Shorthair Kittens for sale in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire

British Shorthair Cats are renowned for their easygoing temperament and robust physique. Hailing from the UK, these cats are recognized for their sturdy stature, making them ideal as playful yet gentle family pets. The breed flaunts thick, plush coats in various colors, the most iconic being the 'British Blue' - a dense blue-grey coat. However, 'colorpoint', 'tabby', and 'tortoiseshell' patterns are also common in shades of cream, black, and white. Despite their substantial size, they are famous for their docile, calm nature, making them suitable for apartments and homes with children or other pets. Famously independent, British Shorthairs require minimal grooming and enjoy a balance of interaction and solitude.

Read our British Shorthair Buying Advice page for information on this cat breed.

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Blue British short-hair kittens

£400

British Shorthair11 weeks12

✨ Beautiful Kittens Ready Soon for Loving Homes ✨ Our gorgeous kittens are now reaching the age where we are looking for the right families for them. They have been raised in a busy, loving home around children and handled daily, so they are confident, affectionate and well-socialised. 🍼 Mum: Blue British Shorthair ( 🐱 Kittens: Healthy, playful and developing beautiful

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Birmingham, West Midlands(46.4mi)

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Price reduced Reg gccf lilac male and female

£990

British Shorthair12 weeks2

One male and female left!! Kitten ready for new home 28th November I am proud to announce our GCCF registered British five generations pedigree shorthair Liliac kittens . Mum is a lilac five a generation pedigree registered to The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy (GCCF). Dad is also lilac British Shorthair five generations pedigree registered to GCCF with a Certifica

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Birmingham, West Midlands(46.4mi)

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British Shorthair Kittens For Sale

£650

British Shorthair8 weeks12

We have three beautiful British Shorthair kittens for sale. One lilac female and two blue males. All brought up in a family home. Their father is a big beauty and is pictured in his sunglasses.

RUTH E.

Wisbech, Cambridgeshire(44.5mi)

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Gorgeous British Shorthair Kittens

£250

British Shorthair12 weeks42

We have a stunning litter of British Shorthair kittens looking for their forever homes. There are four boys and two girls, all healthy, curious and full of character. Mum, Luna, is our much-loved British Shorthair with a calm and gentle nature, and the kittens have definitely inherited her lovely temperament. They have been raised in our busy family home, so they are very

ANCA R.

Peterborough, Peterborough(30.5mi)

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GCCF British shorthair silver tabby girls

£1,000

British Shorthair4 weeks2

ready to reserve last kitten available an excellent GCCF registered British shorthair female kitten, she will leave with GCCF registration paperwork, with an excellent 5 generation pedigree, microchipped, vaccinated, flea and worm treatment, 5 weeks agria insurance, kitten pack including food, toys and a blanket that smells like mum, our kittens are born and raised in ou

Silvercatz

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Sutton-in-Ashfield, Nottinghamshire(29mi)

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One year old British shorthair x Tabby

£350

British Shorthair1 year1

This cat is very confident, playful and friendly. Unfortunately he hasn’t found a settled home with us as we are having to urgently move. We are looking for someone who can entertain and accommodate

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Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire(31.4mi)

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BSH silver spotted and chinchilla GSSF registered

£1,000

British Shorthair9 weeks24

Stunning GCCF Registered 4 British Shorthair Champion line Kittens Available! Hello! My name is Natasha, and I’m a professional breeder with over 12 years of experience and a passion for raising healthy, happy kittens from champion bloodlines. We are proud to present our gorgeous GCCF registered British Shorthair kittens, born from five generations of pedigree. These babi

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Nottingham, Nottingham(16.8mi)

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Cuddly Golden Blue British Shorthair girl

£2,000

British Shorthair6 weeks12

Meet our adorable British Shorthair Golden Blue female kitten 💕 A little teddy bear with the softest coat and big round eyes — the sweetest personality you can imagine! She’s: • Super cuddly and affectionate • Raised in a loving home with kids & other cats • Litter trained • Eating dry & wet food • Ready to reserve now! If you’re looking for a gentle, cuddly and stunnin

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Grantham, Lincolnshire(14.2mi)

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Beautiful bsh silver tabby kitten

£900

British Shorthair9 weeks1

Im a registered breeder holding a prefix (kirkbytabbycats)with the gccf. I have available to reserve One silver tabby girl. babies are due to leave on the 20th December 2025 Mum and dad are excel5 examples of the breed and are gccf registered. All our babies are brought up in our busy family home, being socialised with every day noises and activities including interaction

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Nottingham, Nottingham(16.8mi)

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blue British shorthair kittens for sale

£750

British Shorthair11 weeks42

(One boys left )These pedigree Blue British Shorthair kittens are thriving, playful, and brimming with energy. Each kitten boasts a delightful temperament and has been raised in a loving home alongside other cats and children, making them well-adjusted to the sounds of family life. They enjoy both dry and wet food. Their mother is a purebred Blue British Shorthair with

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Derby, Derby(26.6mi)

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🌈 GCCF fawn/blue 🏆Champion🏆 BSH teddy bears 🌈

£1,000

British Shorthair12 weeks33

Hello future fur mummy’s/daddy’s ♥️ 🌈 Exciting news! Big mama & Pokie welcomed there first litter of kittens, and they're ready for reservations. 🐾 🐻 We have a litter of excellent quality kittens! They were born on 1st September and will be ready to leave after 1st December 2 Fawn boys. Available 🩶🩶 2 Fawn girls. Available 💝💝 1 Blue boys. Available 💙 1 Blue

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Birmingham, West Midlands(46.4mi)

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PEDIGREE REGISTERED CHUNKY BRITISH SHORTHAIRS

£1,300

British Shorthair9 weeks59

Looking for your next furry family member? Welcome to Muezza Hurairah Cattery, a little slice of kitten heaven in the heart of the West Midlands We are proud licensed registered breeders with GCCF and TICA and Birmingham city council specialising in the much-loved British Shorthair. Famous for their round faces, plush coats and teddy-bear charm, our cats are more than ju

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4.75

Birmingham, West Midlands(46.4mi)

Stunning British Short hair kittens

£350

British Shorthair8 months1

Heavenly litter of kittens available for their new homes! One blue boy remaining - £350 He is just beyond words, he is laid back, playful, effortlessly loving and loves his food! With a mixture of the most beautiful genetics, he is definitely going to be a statement to the cat kingdom! Seeking a loving home who will give him the world! He is: - litter trained - micro

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Derby, Derby(26.6mi)

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British shorthair cat

£200

British Shorthair4 weeks14

they are very beautiful cats! now they are 4 weeks old and we are starting to learn to litter box. The parents are very beautiful and smart. the little cats are playful, they get along well with children. the cats will be available in December 24--27, until then they are still staying with their mother

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Northampton, West Northamptonshire(36.8mi)

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British shorthair pedigree kittens

£1,100

British Shorthair11 weeks11

We have british shorthair kittens available for reservation, fully vaccinated, microchip, TICA registed, worm and flea treatments. Kittens born - 08.09.2025 will be ready to leave from 6th of December. Mum and dad is TICA registered active. PKD negative, FIV/FELV negative. Our kittens are born and raised in the home environment, where they gets lots of attention and be

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Peterborough, Peterborough(30.5mi)

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LILAC COLOURPOINTED BOYS

£600

British Shorthair4 months2

We have 2 stunning boys looking for their homes,we have kept these 2 along with their brother to make the decision as to which to keep. We have now made our decision and these 2 loving,friendly and well socialised lads are waiting for the right home. Our kitten's are born and reared indoors and well socialised from birth,they have a full British shorthaired Pedigree conta

TEDDYCLAWZ

Coalville, Leicestershire(20.2mi)

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Stunning tortoiseshell kitten

£250

British Shorthair15 weeks1

Sweet 12 week old class tortoiseshell female kitten with stunning golden-green eyes. Rich black swirled with warm peach and caramel patches, super soft coat. Affectionate, gentle. Litter-trained, heal

Reyad A.

Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire(31.4mi)

British Shorthair cats GCCF Adorable British Shorthair Companions - Advert 14

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GCCF Adorable British Shorthair Companions

£850

British Shorthair4 months21

🐾 GCCF Registered Kittens Looking for Their Forever Homes 🐾 We have three beautiful GCCF registered kittens ready to find their loving families — 1 girl and 2 boys. Both parents are GCCF registered and in excellent health. 💛 Mum’s Health Information: • Blood type: B • FeLV antigen: Negative • FIV antibody: Negative • PKD: Negative Each kitten will leave with: ✔ GCCF

Lilia BSh

5.00

Northampton, West Northamptonshire(36.8mi)

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Kittens

£400

British Shorthair4 months2

2 male kittens born 18/7/2025come from family home litter trained very playful I have mum and dad so can be seen looking for loving homes 1 silver tabby 1 golden tabby always playing together

Tina s.

Peterborough, Peterborough(30.5mi)

British Shorthair cats British Blue Kittens (Delivery available) - Advert 16

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British Blue Kittens (Delivery available)

£550

British Shorthair6 months3

Beautiful 5–6 Month Old Male Kittens Looking for Loving Homes We have three lovely male kittens, all from different mums but sharing the same dad. They are now 5–6 months old, healthy, playful, and very friendly. Mother is British Blue and the father Scottish Fold . These kittens were originally available between June and August, but since many people were away on holi

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Chatteris, Cambridgeshire(45.2mi)

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FAQs

Are British Shorthair cats good pets?

British Shorthair cats are regarded as excellent pets due to their friendly, calm, and easy-going temperament. They adapt well to family life, including homes with children and other pets, and are suitable for both houses and apartments, making them great companions for a range of lifestyles.

Do British Shorthair cats like to cuddle?

British Shorthairs typically enjoy being near their owners but are not usually very cuddly or fond of being held or carried. They prefer showing affection in a subtle way, often sitting beside you rather than being lap cats, as their dense fur can make close contact feel warm.

Why are British Shorthair cats expensive?

The expense of British Shorthair cats arises from their purebred status, high demand, and popularity, especially after an increase in pet ownership during the pandemic. Reputable breeders generally charge between £1,500 and £3,300 depending on the cat’s quality, coat pattern, and pedigree.

Do British Shorthair cats shed a lot?

British Shorthairs have a short, dense coat that sheds moderately year-round, with increased shedding during seasonal changes in spring and autumn. Regular brushing is recommended to manage loose hair, prevent matting, and reduce hair around the home.