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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We’ve got a huge selection of Hens at point of lay. please feel welcome to come and have a look around anytime we’re open, there’s always lots to choose from. All birds leave us fully vaccinated, wormed and treated for lice/mites We have a fantastic selection of all types of Poultry in stock, Hens, Ducks, Geese, Quail, Turkeys, Chicks, Ducklings and more. Our shop is
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New batch in 13th June- Bluebells Black Rock Silver Sussex Light Sussex Warren Plenty to choose from with our coloured hybrids- Bluebells, speckled maran, light Sussex, silver Sussex, white leghorn, Warren and Black Rock. All great egg layers producing 300 eggs a year. All vaccinated and wormed. £15 each. Discounts for larger orders. Collection from Earl Shilton P
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We’ve got an array of Pekin bantams available. Lots of colours to choose from! Will make a great addition to anyone’s coop. 17-25 weeks old. Fully vaccinated and wormed. £30 each Collection from Earl Shilton LE97PD Lots of other breeds available please see other adverts
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We have Day old chicks available £8each 4 week olds £10 each 8 week olds £15 each 12 week olds £18 each Point of lay £20-£35 each We have quails at all ages price range £8-£13 We also sell d
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We have the most amazing range of Hens in stock right now! The Pekin bantams come in a selection of colours, these are all vaccinated and ready to lay £40 each We have a fantastic selection of all t
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We have some stunning Hens to choose from, all at point of lay and fully vaccinated too ✅ These are £40 each. Other breeds available now include Polish, Silkie, Wyandotte, Sablepoot, Araucana and mo
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Large cockeral for sale used to living with our chickens but talent a dislike to one of m’y hen so i want to re home him
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One Buff Orgington Cockerel Gorgeous boy, brought up around children and dogs. He is 9 weeks old
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I have 4 beautiful silkie boys for sale. Been brought up around children and dogs. They are 11 weeks old.
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Silky chicks girl and boy about 3 months old. A pair of chickens are sold together.they must be together
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Unsexed, unvaccinated. Will require heat until fully feathered. Won’t be sold as singles. Make great additions to any flock.
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We have various Chicks available all 0-4 weeks £10 4-8 weeks £15 8 weeks adults £20 each Starter kit for on heat chicks: -feed -feeder -drinker -carry box -shavings -heat lamp holder -heat la
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We hatched eggs this spring, all of them hatched which we were not expecting. We have one black copper maran pullet to sell and at least buff Orpington pullets. We also have one buff orpington cocke
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We have a massive range of breeds in stock and ready to take home right now. Blue, Olive, White, Brown and Dark Brown egg layers to choose from. All birds leave us fully vaccinated, wormed and treated
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4 warren chickens 2 black chickens Still laying well very friendly Just coming out of a molt so don’t look there best
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Off heat chicks: Crested cream legbars £10 Easter eggers £10 Black Aracauna/ black mottled Aracauna £15 On heat chicks: Hybrids day old £5
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We have a massive selection of Chicks and Ducklings hatching all the time, feel free to come and see them any time we’re open. We offer our full starter sets for £69, this is pictured in the advert. D
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Ready to lay Hens available in a massive selection of breeds, Blue, Olive, White, Brown and Dark egg layers in stock now, priced at £20-30 each depending on breed.(full stock listed on our website)
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We have a lovely selection of silkie females available ready for their new homes. Colours include cuckoo, splash, black, white and gold. All vaccinated and wormed. £30 each Collection Earl Shi
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Silkie, Pekin & Polish to name a few! All £40 each fully vaccinated & ready to lay We have a fantastic selection of all types of Poultry in stock, Hens, Ducks, Geese, Quail, Turkeys, Chicks, Duckling