Chickens Poultry for sale
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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.
4Serema frizzle cock chicks
Chickens
8 weeksAge
MaleSex
£15Price
Off heat and 6 weeks old looking for new homes… cock and hen available to show you what they have come off. A late unexpected hatch.
Belper, Derbyshire
7Buff Orpington Young Cockerels
Chickens
14 weeksAge
MaleSex
£25Price
Young male Buffs roughly around 12 week old - beautiful examples of Buff Orpington’s. We hatched these ourselves but sadly we can only keep 1 due to space. We have 3 available. Any questions please
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
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Mixed breed chicks
Chickens
11 weeksAge
MixedSex
£48Price
6 chicks available mixed of Anconas black Orpington and black leghorn, £8 each dm me for more information 2-3 day old
Buxton, Derbyshire
15Polish x Leghorn cockerel caramel and white
Chickens
6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£10Price
Lovely young Polish × Leghorn-type cockerel looking for a new flock and a few ladies of his own. He’s a very striking chap with beautiful white/cream plumage, a bright red comb and a little bit of cre
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Ashbourne, Derbyshire
4Point of lay hens for sale
Chickens
8 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£24Price
We are selling hens of various ages. Most are point of lay but do have some younger and some from last years hatch if preferred. The hens are a mix of breeds and produce a wide variety of coloured e
Buxton, Derbyshire
10Beautiful Polish Frizzle Cockerel 🐓
Chickens
4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price
Approx. 4 months old, this gorgeous boy was hatched and hand-raised by us and is a really friendly, docile little character. He has stunning silver, black and gold plumage, with all the personality a
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Ashbourne, Derbyshire
3Peking Bantam Cockerels
Chickens
4 monthsAge
MaleSex
5 Peking Bantam boys available Hatched ourselves Lovely colours Only selling as next new boys as can’t breed with our current girls as related Collection from Bolsover
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
2Cream legbar trio
Chickens
3 yearsAge
MixedSex
£40Price
Trio of cream legbars, laying daily blue eggs. Cockerel proven to be fertile. Beautiful birds ready for a new postcode
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Bakewell, Derbyshire
2Lacey cockerel
Chickens
4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price
Grey black lacey cockerels around 3 months old. If you need to diversify or want to introduce a greater variety these are a lovely addition to the flock.. Daddy Lacey is a lovely bird.. Have been used
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Chesterfield, Derbyshire
4Hybrids and Pure Breeds and chicks
Chickens
1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£10Price
Selling some of my flock to make way for younger stock. Mixture of pure breeds and hybrids around a 12-18 months old. Healthy birds laying an egg a day. Also 3 week old pure breed chicks. Black coppe
Swadlincote, Derbyshire
2Rhode Island Red/ Leghorn cockerel
Chickens
7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price
Ron was hatched and hand reared by my Grandaughter. Lovely character but he’s having a tough time with our old cock so for his sake we are looking for a new flock for him. He’s already a big bird so n
Matlock, Derbyshire
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.