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Chickens Poultry for sale

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 Chickens and omlet coups feeders joblot  - Advert 1
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Chickens and omlet coups feeders joblot

Chickens

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£300Price

6 chickens and housing consisting of two omlet egloo classics one with a two section run and one with a 3 section run large water dispensers feeders and laying stations there some damage by rats to t

CanterburyKent (14.3mi)
Chickens poultry Point of lay pekins, and silkies  - Advert 2
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Point of lay pekins, and silkies

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£35Price

We have some pekin bantams and silkies at around 22 weeks old, various colours available Pekins £35 Silkies £40

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SevenoaksKent (41mi)
Chickens poultry Cockerel mixed breed - Advert 3
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Cockerel mixed breed

Chickens

11 monthsAge
MaleSex
£5Price

Cockerel for sale Beautiful bird Mixed breed Half giant orpington Friendly Needs a good home Any questions please ask

RochesterMedway (33.1mi)
Chickens poultry POL CHICKENS AVAILABLE  - Advert 4
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POL CHICKENS AVAILABLE

Chickens

10 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£15Price

🐓HAPPY HENS POULTRY🐓 WE OUR RENOWNED FOR SELLING BEAUTIFUL HAPPY HEALTHY HENS IN ESSEX Here at happy hens licensed poultry breeders We have various Hens available at POL all hens are fully vacci

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GraysThurrock (43.2mi)
Chickens poultry Day old chicks 🐣 mixed hybrids  - Advert 5
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Day old chicks 🐣 mixed hybrids

Chickens

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£8Price

I have some stunning mixed hybrid day old chicks available 🐥 £8 each unsexed I won’t sell chicks on their own. Collection Southend on sea Essex. Will do discount for large quantities of chi

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Southend-on-SeaSouthend-on-Sea (36.6mi)
Chickens poultry Buff Orpington cross hens  - Advert 6
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Buff Orpington cross hens

Chickens

11 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Lovely buff Orpington cross hens. I have 5 good layers for sale as I am slimming down my flock due to moving. 20 each

BattleEast Sussex (28mi)
Chickens poultry Hatching eggs mixed hybrids  - Advert 7
5

Hatching eggs mixed hybrids

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price

Have a lovely range of mixed hybrids hatching eggs at £2 per egg. I post by Royal Mail 24hr tracked. Or collection is Southend on sea Essex. I only send out fresh eggs and post Monday to Thursday.

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Southend-on-SeaSouthend-on-Sea (36.6mi)
Chickens poultry Buff Orpington Trio - Advert 8
8

Buff Orpington Trio

Chickens

8 monthsAge
MixedSex
£130Price

Great quality trio of our Buff Orpington’s About 20 weeks old We have many Orpington growers in Buff and Black As well as many other types of chickens Check out our website Kentpurebreedchickens.

AshfordKent (10.3mi)
Chickens poultry Poultry for sale  - Advert 9
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Poultry for sale

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MixedSex
£25Price

Collection only £25 each Silver lace Orpington No deposit is needed but please can we ask; no time wasters!

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TilburyThurrock (41.3mi)
Chickens poultry Mini Serama Chicks - Advert 10
101

Mini Serama Chicks

Chickens

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£5Price

I have 4 . Not sure whether male or female .! Price is £5.00 for EACH chick . Very pretty and active . They all hatched on one day and are very attached to each other . I will sell to the one who take

GillinghamMedway (32.1mi)
Chickens poultry Female warren chicks available  - Advert 11
1

Female warren chicks available

Chickens

6 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£5Price

We have female Warren brown chicks available 14 days old Still require heat £5 each These are amazing pet birds and for beginners

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SevenoaksKent (41mi)
Chickens poultry Point of lay hybrids available - Advert 12
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Point of lay hybrids available

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

We have female point of lay hybrids available for sale - bluebells, light Sussex, speckled maran, black rock, white leghorn All £25 each

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SevenoaksKent (41mi)
Chickens poultry Various breeds of chickens for sale  - Advert 13
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Various breeds of chickens for sale

Chickens

9 monthsAge
MixedSex
£1,234Price

Various chickens for sale . Pekin bantam , polish , Brahamas , Silkies , Cochins and blue egg layers . Hens and cockerels available. Most breeds we have from fertile eggs , growers and POL . Phone or

GravesendKent (40mi)
Chickens poultry POL Chickens - 12 Breeds To Choose - Available Now - Advert 14
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POL Chickens - 12 Breeds To Choose - Available Now

Chickens

9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

We’ve got a lovely mix of hybrid chickens available to order and collect from 1st March – breeds include- Light Sussex, Reverse Sussex, Bluebells, Cuckoo Marans, Copper Marans, White, Partridge & Exc

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LewesEast Sussex (48.5mi)
Chickens poultry Now all have new homes  - Advert 15
9

Now all have new homes

Chickens

9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£0Price

Welsummer Cockerels 2 . Plus variety of hens free Range layers of brown eggs, also(silver ducklwings Cockrell and 3 Hens For sale . . £90) , All now re homed.

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LingfieldSurrey (48mi)
Chickens poultry Araucana Cockerel  - Advert 16
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Araucana Cockerel

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Free to a good home, six month old Araucana cockerel. The females of this breed are blue egg layers. Needs his own flock now he's getting older.

DoverKent (10.9mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie cockerels for sale  - Advert 17
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Silkie cockerels for sale

Chickens

12 weeksAge
MaleSex
£10Price

I have Silkie cockerels for sale .. about 8 months old .. various colours available, black , white , buff and splash .. pls message for more info

GravesendKent (40mi)
Chickens poultry Bovan Brown / Rangers - Advert 18
11

Bovan Brown / Rangers

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Bovan Brown Chickens - Some of the best layers in the world. Very friendly and fully vaccinated. Right on point of lay. Based in Sutton Valence, near Maidstone. Discounts for large quantities. Trusted

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MaidstoneKent (27.8mi)
Chickens poultry Mixed usa silkie chicks - Advert 19
3

Mixed usa silkie chicks

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price

mixed usa silkie chicks available to reserve now £15 each they will be unsexed and you need to reserve atleast 2 we do not sell singletons reservation fee of £5 per chick will be required when reservi

MaidstoneKent (27.8mi)

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.