Chickens Poultry for sale in Dorchester, Dorset
13 Chickens Poultry for sale in Dorchester, Dorset
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.
Polish cockerels
Chickens
2 gorgeous cockerels one gold laced Lovely mannerisms, hand reared hatched by us and lived indoors till 8 weeks. Love eating from hands. Friendly
Rhode Island Red
Chickens
£25 each Point Of Lay, happy healthy chickens. Because of bird flu risks and to maintain a healthy flock we organise a meet up to suit you, free pet carrier provided 😊 Defra registered
Light Sussex
Chickens
£25 each Point Of Lay, lovely natured chickens. Because of the risk of bird flu and to maintain a healthy flock we arrange a meet up to suit you, free pet carrier supplied 😊 Defra registered
Pekin bantams
Chickens
Pekin bantams available from April guaranteed hens . Colours are Millefleur, lemon , lavender, gold partridge, silver partridge, blue , and porcelain.
Bantams cockerels
Chickens
We have 3 beautiful bantams for sale (COCKERELS) One of them has a broken tail that he was hatched with. He’s still perfectly healthy and happy. They are on our farm, so they are used to farm life
Pekin Bantam Pullet
Chickens
1x Pekin Bantam Pullet. Not sure of age exactly, as didn't hatch her myself, but she's expected to start laying in the spring (they don't really lay this time of year). Collection from Thornhill, SO1
Rhode Island Red x Light Sussex POL
Chickens
£25.00 each or SPECIAL OFFER - BUY 4 GET ONE FREE Very friendly pretty hens, lovely temperament, Point of Lay. Defra Registered We arrange a meet up to suit you because of the worry of bird flu and
Selection of quality stock breeding cockerels
Chickens
Brahma large fowl and bantam Silkie feathered pekin Lavender pekin Marans Prices range £10-£20 Good quality
Beautiful Buff Sussex Hens
Chickens
We have 2 stunning buff Sussex hens available. Friendly girls, good layers. Must go together. Only selling due to house move.
Polish Rooster
Chickens
Lovely polish rooster for sale. I bought fertilised eggs and ended up with 3 out of 4 being roosters.
X2 Rhode Island Red Cockerels
Chickens
X2 Rhode Island Red Cockerels Four months old Had them from eggs, hatched in August 2025 Very friendly Available immediately Collection only
Beautiful Homegrown Laying Hen 🐔
Chickens
Homegrown Laying Hen & Young Roosters Available 🐔 Healthy, homegrown chickens raised with care. • 1 young laying hen (£20) – started laying eggs about a month ago and is building a consistent routin
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?
Do poultry chickens lay eggs?
Why can't male chickens be used for meat in egg-laying breeds?
