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 we have 2 stunning USA Chocolate Silkie Pullets left, 14-16 weeks old. £45 each or both for £80 Also some young mauve USA Silkie pullets too, £35 each Round 12-14 weeks

Chickens
Stunning Polish Pullets available around 10 weeks old. Blue / Lavender, splash and frizzle Creole. They are around 12-14 weeks old £40 each or 3 for £110

Chickens
Happy healthy sexed pullet chicks available, mix of 8 different excellent laying types, blue, white and brown layers. Lots available, prices starting at £7 each for less than 10. Minimum of three per

Chickens
2 Young ginger and grey cockerels available. 4 months old. Medium sized. One has Wellsummer father and grey bantam mother. The other has Frizzle bantam mother. He looks like a pom pom!

Chickens
1 black copper maran and 1 silver wyandotte, available together or separately, collection st austell

Chickens
We have 2 brothers that hatched out this Summer. Both very nice, we have toddlers and they show no aggression whatsoever. Mother is a Devon Blue Egger and father was an unknown breed (very small and

Chickens
Roosters available Living in with mixed flock free ranging very friendly and from show lines. White with red available.

Chickens
Stunning fella, needing a good home. I got 4 babies and 2 were male. HeiHei (my daughter names him) needs his own females. Friendly and used to kids, cats, dogs and people.
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.