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Old Chickens Poultry for sale in Swadlincote, Derbyshire

15 Old Chickens Poultry for sale in Swadlincote, 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  Colombian, silver/black Pekin Bantam pullets Aug/ - Advert 1
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Colombian, silver/black Pekin Bantam pullets Aug/

Chickens

3 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

APHA Registered. Available for collection from ST18 0RB, Pasturefields., Stafford. Colombian and Silver/Black Pekin Bantam pullets. Aug & Sept 2025 Hatched. Guaranteed as Female. These are strong, he

StaffordStaffordshire (24mi)
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Chickens poultry Silver Laced Wyandotte Bantam pullets. APHA Reg  - Advert 2
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Silver Laced Wyandotte Bantam pullets. APHA Reg

Chickens

12 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Available, Silver Laced Wyandotte bantam pullets. All home bred from my own breeding birds. These are smart, well grown and healthy girls. hatched September, so now running out in the polytunnel, and

StaffordStaffordshire (24mi)
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Chickens poultry Barred Plymouth Cockeral - Advert 3
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Barred Plymouth Cockeral

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Handsome young man. 17 weeks old. Rehoming due to my location. Hand reared. Genuine homes only. Brought up in a family home

NottinghamNottingham (20.8mi)
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Chickens poultry Pekin Bantam Hens in a range of colours  - Advert 4
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Pekin Bantam Hens in a range of colours

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

We have some lovely Hens in stock at the moment, ranging from 8 weeks old to point of lay and priced at £20-35 depending on their age. All birds leave us vaccinated, wormed and treated for mites / l

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (8.2mi)
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Chickens poultry 🤎🤍Day old Silkie Chicks (11/12) 🤍🤎 - Advert 5
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🤎🤍Day old Silkie Chicks (11/12) 🤍🤎

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

4 x beautiful pure bred silkies born 11th of December. Unsexed as too young. Message for more details. Next to hatch: 🐣 Silkies 📦 Healthy, active, well-socialised chicks 🏡 Raised with proper c

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GlossopDerbyshire (49.4mi)
0 reviews
Chickens poultry Grey Wynstan USA Silkie Cockerels for Sale - Advert 6
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Grey Wynstan USA Silkie Cockerels for Sale

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

He is fully matured now, 7 months old and ready to be introduced to a flock. Please let me know which you would like to reserve and advise what day you can collect. Thanks

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CreweCheshire East (43.7mi)
5.00
1 review
Chickens poultry Coloured Hybrid POL Guaranteed Females  - Advert 7
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Coloured Hybrid POL Guaranteed Females

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£15Price

‼️LAST BATCH OF THE YEAR ‼️ 🐔We have a range of hybrid point of lays available. 18 weeks old. 🐔 Bluebells, Light Sussex, Speckled and Black Coopers available! Guaranteed female. £15 each. Will a

LeicesterLeicester (19.5mi)
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Chickens poultry Pekin Bantam Cockerel 9week - Advert 8
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Pekin Bantam Cockerel 9week

Chickens

14 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 (38.9mi)
0 reviews
Chickens poultry Brahma Cockrels for sale  - Advert 9
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Brahma Cockrels for sale

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£25Price

We have 2 beautiful and healthy cockrels looking for a new home. Both of them hatched on 17th June 2025 so they are less than 5 months old. Collection from Grantham, £25 each or sensible offer

GranthamLincolnshire (39.1mi)
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Chickens poultry Chickens for sale - Advert 10
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Chickens for sale

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MixedSex
£18Price

Various breeds of chickens for sale, male and female. None are old enough to be laying yet but are good layers once they start! The chicks should lay green and blue eggs💚💙 The white leg bars should

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DerbyDerby (11mi)
0 reviews
Chickens poultry Mixed breed chickens  - Advert 11
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Mixed breed chickens

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

Currently have a variety of chickens for sale White leg bars Copper marans Hybrids Currently 1 year old - still laying Message for further enquiries

SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (42.4mi)
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Chickens poultry Point of Lay Chickens - AVAILABLE NOW - Advert 12
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Point of Lay Chickens - AVAILABLE NOW

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£18Price

AVAILABLE NOW - POINT OF LAY 🐓 Black Copper Marans £20 each 🐓 🐓Bluebells £18 each🐓 DISCOUNTS FOR 5 Hens ♥️ 19 Weeks Old ♥️Fully Vaccinated ♥️Wormed ♥️All hens (we do have a BCM cockerel looki

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WellingboroughNorth Northamptonshire (48.4mi)
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Chickens poultry Silkie cross warren cockerels x2 - Advert 13
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Silkie cross warren cockerels x2

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

10 weeks old. They have beautiful markings and would make good cockerels for a herd will sell them at £10 each or both for £15

SheffieldSouth Yorkshire (42.4mi)
0 reviews

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.