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.

Chickens
Available have a stunning selection of rare Chocolate and Mauve USA Silkie pullets available. 8 - 10 weeks old. Off heat. Beautiful coloured little pullets, £35 each

Chickens
Hatched end of may 25 Red circled - selling as a pair Blue circled cockerel available too Wormed

Chickens
We have a section of cockerels available. Mixed ages but all 2025 hatch. Cream legbars Plymouth rocks Bantams

Chickens
We have some lovely cream legbars chickens available. Coming up 11 weeks. They will lay lovely blue eggs from around 20 weeks. Currently 9 available.

Chickens
Lovely Plymouth Rock cockerel available, free to a good home. I also have 2 hens available, shown in photos. Collection Plymstock

Chickens
6 week old cockerel looking for a new home is absolutely great with the rest of the chickens hens included but sadly we can't keep cockerels where we live - 2 Rhode Island red Cockerel also available

Chickens
Young cockerel for good home. Think the breed is a Dorking. Very healthy and happy bird. Very nice looking.

Chickens
Available we have a handful of purebred Porcelain Pekin Pullets available, some are 16 weeks old and some are 10 weeks old. Lovely healthy little birds perfect for the garden!

Chickens
We have a lovely bunch of pullet growers available in an assortment of breeds with new birds available all the time, we hatch all our own chicks and grow them on and don't buy in birds to sell. Curren