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.
Old English game cockerel looking for a new home. We rehomed him so unfortunately we don’t have age details. Big beautiful chap, still fertile and has sired chicks this year successfully. Very calm an
Hens for sale - nice, quiet birds; come have a look and take your pick. HP22 4. £10 each. Various colours available.
These are a traditional hardy breed laying beautiful brown eggs. Completely free range, 2 year old hens, wormed regularly and treated for mites. They lay larger eggs than when they were pullets but n
Reluctantly selling our gorgeous hen with her 6 unsexed chicks She’s a larger mixed breed bantam, extremely beautiful and a fantastic mum. Currently living outside in a bedded shed and has free ra
- Here we are giving away our flock of pekin bantams due to personal reasons. They have been bred from show standard parents as seen in the pictures and are quite tame, will easily run to you around i
I have a number of 12-18 week old Poland bantams available: Gold laced, frizzle and smooth feathered cockerels and pullets. White crested black, smooth feathers, cockerels and pullets. Chamois, frizz
A mixed flock of pure Pekin bantams including frizzle. Hatching eggs, chicks and young birds available. Eggs can be posted using Tracked 24