Chickens Poultry for sale
Chickens, also known as hens or chicks in their early stages, have their origins in Southeast Asia, where they were first domesticated from the red junglefowl around 8,000 years ago. Widely kept across the United Kingdom, these birds have distinctive physical traits including colorful plumage — with males often being more vibrant — and fleshy crests called combs on their heads. Their combs and wattles help regulate temperature, making them well-adapted to various climates. Chickens exhibit unique behaviours, such as dust bathing to maintain feather health and establishing a social pecking order within flocks. Known for their friendly temperament, they are suitable for backyard poultry keepers seeking both egg production and companionship. Popular in the UK for keeping live chickens, many enthusiasts search for "chickens for sale" or "hens for sale near me" to start their flocks. Whether you are buying baby chicks or point of lay chickens for egg-laying, chickens are versatile and hardy birds, thriving in free-range or well-managed environments. Their care involves providing shelter, nutrition, and protection from predators, making them a rewarding choice for both beginners and experienced poultry keepers alike.
Beautiful point of lay hens - range of breeds
Chickens
Lovely range of colours available- bluebells, speckledies, warrens, white star, rhode rocks, white Sussex, silver Sussex and small number of blue egg layers. Blue egg layers are £30, all the others are £20.
Auracana mix
Chickens
4 chicks that are about 5 months old and their mother that is two years old. Of this four chicks, 2 are roosters and 2 are hens. Their mother is £25 and each chicks £15
Laying hens for sale
Chickens
Mixed hens all laying Mixture of Cream legbar Copper maran Cuckoo maran Other hybrid layers available
Silkies Bantam hens mixed colours
Chickens
Silkie hens available. Mix of colours including black, blue, splash, mottled, gold. Hatched last year some September and some October. Getting regular eggs out of them. Great chickens for children, very easy to tame £35 each. Also a trio of white silkies available 2 hens and a cockerel that are not related £75. Hatching eggs available mixed colour silkies £15 per half doze
Point of Lay Hens for Sale!
Chickens
Price Ranges from £25-35 Message me for more information about breeds, prices and availability etc…
12 x Aayam cemani hatching eggs fast delivery
Chickens
12 x Aayam cemani hatching eggs , I will post via special delivery . They are fresh eggs from healthy chickens.
Quality Pekin Hatching Eggs excellent fertility
Chickens
Mixed Pekin hatching eggs. Excellent fertility rates and a range of chick colours can be seen in the photos. Collection or can be posted out in polystyrene boxes at a cost. I also have Silkie eggs but
6 Mixed flock hatching eggs
Chickens
Hatching eggs from Mixed flock - brahma, easter eggers, jersey giant, silkies, rangers. All live together.
Barba D’Uccle and pilkie (Pekin X Silkie) Bantams
Chickens
4 x Barba D’Uccle bantam hens £20 each 8 x Pilkie (Pekin X Silkie) Bantam hens £15 each 20 weeks old
Polish chicken hatching eggs
Chickens
price is for 6 eggs from our beautiful birds (see photos) Lovely friendly chickens. Any questions please ask. collection from St18 or postage £6.50 Eggs will be fresh, securely wrapped and posted Ro
Chicks an Ducklings in a range of breeds
Chickens
We have a great range of Chicks and Ducklings hatching all the time, we offer full starter sets for £69, this is for the cage, feeder, drinker and feed. Chicks are priced at £8-14 each depending on th
Point of lay Hens in a wide range of breeds
Chickens
Point of lay fully vaccinated, wormed and treated for mites/lice. These Hens vary in price depending on breeds, you can find all of these on our New Cottage Poultry Website 🙂 We have a fantastic sel
Laying hens
Chickens
Stunning healthy laying hens in need of a new home, selling as reducing numbers. £25 per Hen. Message me for more info
POL 18 week old hybrid pullets
Chickens
Lots of lovely 18 week old point of lay hybrid pullets (White Star and Blacktail) available. Fully vaccinated. They are very friendly and will be great egg layers. 10% off for 6 or more. More info
*Swedish Flower Chicks* hatched 7/3/26
Chickens
Newly hatched Swedish Flower Chicks. Hatched out 7th March. Unsexed Lovely markings All eating and drinking Will need to be on heat for the next 6-8weeks. Will only let go in pairs unless you can pr
Bantam cockerel
Chickens
Unfortunately my male bantam that i have had for few years is up for free adoption. Moving to this new house the neighbours have complained of noise from him. I need him gone as soon as possible pleas
3 New Hampshire red pullets and a Pekin frizzle
Chickens
Here I have 3 New Hampshire red bantams a very small bantam breed haven’t laid their first eggs yet £25 each and then have a Pekin frizzle which is also of similar age for £20 only selling due to the
Good looking cockerels
Chickens
Nacked neck silkie, white silkie, mixed breed, serama, all very friendly, looking for new pet homes with some ladies of their own
Seramas and large fowl
Chickens
Chicks, adults, eggs available throughout the season. Currently a few Seramas and a couple of Legbars available, all chicks. DEFRA registered. Please bring your own transport box. Chicks need suppleme
Trio of a cockrel and 2 hens
Chickens
Pekin bantam lavender trio, hens are laying eggs they are all friendly and can be handled my children all pick then up and handle them my youngest is 2
Hybrid Hens Point of lay
Chickens
Fully vaccinated point of lay Hybrids Hens. Available from 23rd February Wide selection; Light Sussex Speckled Rhode island hybrids Marigolds Blue bells Road rocks Welsummer hybrids White stars
Day old chicks silkies and various breeds
Chickens
USA silkie chicks with a chance of showgirl in a range of mixed colours. I also have a few traditional breeds and hybrids New hatches throughout the spring / summer. These are sold as unsexed for £10
Cuckoo maran pullets
Chickens
Point of lay Cuckoo Maran pullets. 21 weeks old.Hatched 25th September 2026. 6 available. Looking for forever homes. £ 30 each.
Bantam cockerel
Chickens
Bantam cockerel Looking for a new home We unfortunately have too many cockerels looking to rehome 3 - all hatched at home
FAQs
Are chickens considered poultry?
Yes, chickens are considered poultry, which is the category of domesticated birds raised primarily for their meat and/or eggs. They are one of the most common poultry species along with turkeys, ducks, and geese.
How are chickens classified in poultry?
Do poultry chickens lay eggs?
Why can't male chickens be used for meat in egg-laying breeds?
