Chickens Poultry for sale
11 Poultry found
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.
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7 Dutch Bantam Hens Gold & Silver Partridge
Chickens
5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£15Price
7 Dutch Bantam Hens for Sale – Good Showing Lines I have 7 Dutch Bantam hens available, with 6 hatched this year and 1 born two years ago. The parents can be seen in the second picture. No cockerels
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Ulverston, Westmorland and Furness (49.6mi)
61Brahma cockerels x 2
Chickens
14 weeksAge
MaleSex
£25Price
Stunning Brahma Cockerals, unusual colours. Growing nicely, very friendly as handled daily. These are going to be beautiful boys when fully grown. Price per bird.
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Brampton, Cumberland (13.2mi)
1Silver Laced Wyandotte Bantams
Chickens
6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£50Price
1 trio (2 hens 1 cockerel) £80 1 pair (1 hen 1 cockerel) £50 POL, Hatched in April Available now, located cumbria
Coniston, Westmorland and Furness (34.3mi)
1Light Sussex Cockerel
Chickens
3 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price
Purebred light sussex cockerel for sale. Currently 15 weeks old (8/10/2026). Range free, thriving and can fend for himself well but happy to live in an enclosed run too. Born on a hill farm and
Alston, Westmorland and Furness (23mi)
112 Silkie Cockerals
Chickens
1 weekAge
MaleSex
£10Price
2 friendly Silkie Cockerels available for free. One is a show cockerel. We have too many now and that isn’t good news for our little hens.
Milnthorpe, Westmorland and Furness (45.3mi)
6Brahma Pullets
Chickens
11 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£25Price
8-Week-Old Brahma Pullets We have some lovely Gold Partridge and Blue Partridge Brahma pullets, currently 8 weeks old, looking for their new homes. 🤎💙 They are beautifully feathered, healthy and g
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Brampton, Cumberland (13.2mi)
4Cockerel, cornelius
Chickens
1 yearAge
MaleSex
£10Price
Lovely boy, just sold to me as a hen. I can’t have two cockerels as not enough hens. He is getting on with mine well especially as they haven’t been raised together, also not 100% on age less than a y
Consett, County Durham (40.6mi)
2Silkie Bantam Cockerel
Chickens
6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price
5 month old silkie bantam cockerel. Flock kept for egg production so surplus to requirements. Gets on well with others (male and female) and happy being handled, including by children.
Hawick, Scottish Borders (37.1mi)
61USA silkie chicks PURE BRED
Chickens
5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price
£15 each The eggs are from pure bred show silkies Must go in a min of pairs Will need heat until their feathers come in! These chickens are beautiful and laid back small quite chickens. Ideal for
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Stocksfield, Northumberland (40.5mi)
1POL Black Wyandotte bantam pullets
Chickens
6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£15Price
2x point of lay Black Wyandotte bantam pullets for sale Hatched April 2026 Located near Barnard castle £15 each
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Richmond, County Durham (47.9mi)
1Black chicks
Chickens
15 weeksAge
MixedSex
£100Price
We have 6 chicks are ready for their new homes ,hatched by there mum on allotment, this was a bit of a surprise
Carlisle, Cumberland (1.6mi)
FAQs
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.