Old Chickens Poultry for sale in Maidstone, Kent
18 Old Chickens Poultry for sale in Maidstone, Kent
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.
Burford brown hens at point of lay
Chickens
20 weeks old Just starting to lay Fully vaccinated Other hybrid hens at the same age Hens (large fowl) Point of lay (hybrids) (18-22 weeks) Goldlines £20 Burford browns £30 (dark egg layers) Silver skylines £30 (green egg layers) White stars £25 Rhode rock £25 Skylines £30 (blue egg layers) Silver partridge leghorns £30 (white egg layers) All birds are collect
Silkie chicks 8-10 weeks old
Chickens
Silkie chicks 8-10 weeks old unsexed. Due to time of year they will need a heat lamp and accommodation out of wind and rain so knowledgeable homes only please. Strictly no returns. £12 each.
2 x grey speckled pekin bantam cockerel
Chickens
2 x grey speckled pekin bantam cockerels around 4 months old. Free to good home please ask for any other details
2 x Young Silkie Chickens (Roo and Unsexed)
Chickens
Two young silkies for sale. They are almost three months old and both have sweet temperaments. The buff (Beefsteak) is a rooster. I know this because he has been trying to crow already despite his
Hybrid hens at point of lay
Chickens
Hybrid hens 19 weeks old Point of lay Some blue, green, dark and white layers available Goldlines £20 Burford browns £30 (dark egg layers) Silver skylines £30 (green egg layers) White stars £
Silkie, polish frizzle looking for rehome
Chickens
Lovely Silkie, Polish polish padovana ,polish frizzle ,speckled sussex, chicks available, 13 weeks old.£30 for girls and £10 for boys Raised naturally on quality feed, healthy and well cared for. Fri
Healthy Young Cockerel
Chickens
We have a healthy young rooster, approximately 5 months old, looking for a new home. He’s growing well, very active, and has recently started crowing and looking after our small flock. He would make
Rooster needing a new home
Chickens
I have a lovely rooster, and he needs a new home, he’s under 6 Months old You’re welcome to come and see him, his is a mix between I believe a polish and a silky. North London N13 area
Bantam hens at point of lay
Chickens
Bantams hens 22 week old Fully vaccinated Recently wormed Breeds Pekins £35 black, lavender cuckoo, lavender, cuckoo Sablepoots £35 black, lavender cuckoo, porcelain Gold Dutch £35 USA si
Ready to go silkie ,polish ,frizzle polish ,etc
Chickens
My gorgeous silkie ,polish ,frizzle polish ,mixed ,boys or girls in a pairs or individual .13 ,17 and 24 weeks old ,healthy diet ,accommodated outside ,on day time Price start with £10 for boys and £
Lights Sussex mum with & mixed chicks
Chickens
Currently have light Sussex mum with 8 lovely mixed chicks for sale Selling chicks as £10 or 8 chicks and mum for £110 Really good mum and she just 9 months old
DISCOUNTED White Silkie chicks for sale!
Chickens
! PLEASE READ FULL DESC ! 4x 5 week old DISCOUNTED Silkie chicks available for sale in Hounslow! Breeds include: -4x White Silkies £10 each Collection from Hounslow TW5 Minimum of 2 chicks should
Buff Orpington Trio
Chickens
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.
Golden Bantam cockerels
Chickens
5 beautiful bantam cockerels with golden plumage looking for good home. gentle and cuddley. 3 months old. Available at £5 each. Please let us know if you would like any further information. We woul
Silkie chicks
Chickens
One day old silkie chicks. They will be going into their brooder today. Mum and dad are our backyard pets. Sex unknown, silkies are impossible to sex at this age.
Frazzler & silkie x pekin bantams
Chickens
Cockeral frazzler is around 1 yrs old in his full prime. Cockeral silkie bantam white and Ginger. Ginger, silkie bantam. Sex unknown Speckally white, silkie bantam. Sex unknown Speckally black/brown.
Chicken for free
Chickens
Pekin bantam young chicken 6 months old cute, healthy and friendly hen for free in Seaford East Sussex
3 Laying Hens. Laying well. Wormed upto date
Chickens
3 x Laying Hens available Around 18 months old Laying well Fully wormed upto date Only £15 each Located just outside of Ashford Kent
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?
