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Hens Chickens Poultry for sale in Chesterfield, Derbyshire

17 Hens Chickens Poultry for sale in Chesterfield, Derbyshire

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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Chickens poultry 3 female silkie hens - Advert 1
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3 female silkie hens

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£100Price

Point of lay 6 months old Lovely hens Gold in colour, one slightly darker than the rest Collection tickhill

DoncasterSouth Yorkshire (22.9mi)
Chickens poultry Hens, Ducks, Quail and other poultry available  - Advert 2
1

Hens, Ducks, Quail and other poultry available

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Here at New Cottage Poultry we currently have a wide selection of Poultry of all ages from newly hatch to point of lay. All of our birds are up to date on any relevant vaccinations, worming and mite

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.7mi)
Chickens poultry Pekin Bantam Hens & Cockerels - Advert 3
211

Pekin Bantam Hens & Cockerels

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

If ur looking for some back yard chickens look no further! We have some beautiful Pekin BANTAM hens, POL hens and cockerels available in lots of different colours and breeds from Bobtails, Frizzles to

HuddersfieldWest Yorkshire (31.8mi)
Chickens poultry Trio of naked neck silkie cross bufford brown - Advert 4
7

Trio of naked neck silkie cross bufford brown

Chickens

10 weeksAge
MixedSex
£35Price

I have a very sweet trio of bufford brown cross with my naked neck silkie cockerel. Handled daily so very friendly. There's a brown naked neck roo and two hens (1 brown naked neck 1 black standard)

NottinghamNottingham (22.6mi)
Chickens poultry Pekin Bantam Cockerel 9week - Advert 5
2

Pekin Bantam Cockerel 9week

Chickens

10 weeksAge
MaleSex
£10Price

9 week old Bantam Cockerel Friendly guy, sadly we have uneven numbers for our hens. Only been indoor, never lived outside.

CongletonCheshire East (33.5mi)
Chickens poultry Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers - Advert 6
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Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

These hens are all at point of lay and fully vaccinated, great laying breeds who lay some interesting coloured eggs. £30 each with discounts on 6 or more birds. All of our stock is on view for you

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.7mi)
Chickens poultry Gorgeous Silkie Boy - Advert 7
5

Gorgeous Silkie Boy

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Gorgeous Silkie Boy. Looking for his new flock. Hatched in June and raised in my garden by my broody hen. Only looking for a new home as I can't have a boy in the garden. Lovely temperament, not y

ManchesterGreater Manchester (37.8mi)
Chickens poultry 25 brown hens - Advert 8
11

25 brown hens

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£13Price

Hi, 25 brown hens available. Some fat, some small, some medium Most are laying/POL. Any questions just ask. £13 each Or £11 for 3

OldhamGreater Manchester (35.3mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie chicks, showgirls and standard - Advert 9
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Silkie chicks, showgirls and standard

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£6Price

I have a variety of silkie chicks available, all hatched throughout this week. Colours include white, black, partridge, white with black splash, one ginger/buff and white/ginger Normal £6 Showgirls

NottinghamNottingham (22.6mi)
Chickens poultry Cockerels for free - Advert 10
3

Cockerels for free

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

We hatched 11 chickens from a friend of ours. And we've ended up with around 9 cockerels. I have 3 remaining. I can't keep them because I still have too many and they're related to the hens. So if s

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SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (10mi)
Chickens poultry Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Chicks and more  - Advert 11
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Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Chicks and more

Chickens

6 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

Here at New Cottage Poultry We’ve always got a great selection of breeds in stock to come and see including Chicks, Ducklings, Hens, Bantams, Quail, Turkeys, Guinea Fowl, Ducks, Geese and more. No a

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.7mi)
Chickens poultry Burford Hens at point of lay  - Advert 12
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Burford Hens at point of lay

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

These Burford hens are at point of lay and fully vaccinated. Wonderful natured birds who lay lovely dark brown eggs. £30 each discounts on more than 6 Lots of other ready to lay hens in stock now to

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.7mi)
Chickens poultry Lots of Hens Poultry Chickens Available  - Advert 13
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Lots of Hens Poultry Chickens Available

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

We have a stable full of poultry mainly hens but do have a few cockerels if wanted £30 a head Brahmas Zombies Hybrids Belgians Hamburgs Rose combs Bring a box come the a look no offers strictly

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AtherstoneWarwickshire (46.1mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie pullets - Advert 14
221

Silkie pullets

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

Just in 3-4 month old silkies available £30 each (1st and 2nd pic) Last silkies for the year. 4 pullets £30 each and 1 cockeral £15 I also have jumbo & standard quail chicks for sale. Chicks & hens

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RochdaleGreater Manchester (39.6mi)
Chickens poultry Olive Egger hatching eggs  - Advert 15
1

Olive Egger hatching eggs

Chickens

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£1Price

These are fertile eggs that will need to be incubated for 21 days. The chicks are blue and olive eggers. £1.50 per egg or discounts on qtty Here at New Cottage Poultry We’ve always got a great selec

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.7mi)
Chickens poultry French copper maran - Advert 16
4

French copper maran

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Young French copper maran cockerel 20 week old. Would love to keep him but we live in a built up area and he’s finding his voice. Ideal for a large group of hens and good rare breed to go with copper

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RotherhamSouth Yorkshire (13.5mi)

FAQs

Are chickens considered poultry?

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.

How are chickens classified in poultry?

Chickens are classified as a species within poultry and further divided into classes based on age, sex, and purpose such as broilers for meat, layers for eggs, roasters, and capons. There are also standard breed classes including American, Asiatic, Continental, English, Mediterranean, and others.

Do poultry chickens lay eggs?

Yes, female chickens, known as hens once mature, lay eggs regardless of the presence of a male chicken (rooster). Egg-laying ability depends on the breed, with some bred specifically for high egg production while meat breeds lay fewer eggs.

Why can't male chickens be used for meat in egg-laying breeds?

Male chicks from egg-laying breeds are typically not used for meat production because they do not develop the large breast and leg muscles needed for quality meat and are therefore not economically viable. As a result, these male chicks are commonly culled shortly after hatching, while male meat-breed chickens are used for meat.