Chickens Poultry for sale
10 Poultry found
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.
7Cockerel for sale
Chickens
6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£25Price
Sad sale but our cockerel isn’t settling with our hens and they seem to bully him, so we have made the decision to rehome where he will be happier.
Norwich, Norfolk
5Silkie, bantam wayandotte chicken, brahma
Chickens
7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£7Price
Good morning, Have two silkie boys, bantam wayandotte and bantam brahma for sale all around 6 months old and healthy.
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King's Lynn, NorfolkPRO
Week old chicks available
Chickens
4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£8Price
We have Two beautiful olive eggers chicks (the first picture) they are unsexued and will need heat And 3 polish cross £8 each Collection Horsford
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Norwich, Norfolk
1Laying Hens
Chickens
1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£5Price
Commercial type Laying hens for sale.Around 18months old and still laying well. Local delivery possible.
Norwich, Norfolk
22 chickens
Chickens
14 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£20Price
2 chickens now living outside 12 weeks believe they are all hens. Black/speckled are Plymouth Rock cross x2. Message for more information.
Norwich, Norfolk
8Mixed chickens various ages
Chickens
6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price
Mixed chickens, various ages from 1.5 year to 3months old, hens £10, cocks free. Younger one will vary in price
King's Lynn, Norfolk
3Various hens and female chicks
Chickens
6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price
I am a small hobby breeder I occasionally have spare poultry looking for a new home and sexed female chicks various breeds like cream legbar, Welsummer, olive eggers pekins and silkies please message
King's Lynn, Norfolk
9Bantam cockerel
Chickens
1 yearAge
MaleSex
Pekin mix bantam cockerels available, I have father - ‘Chick’ black & gold he is 2 years old and his son - ‘Tikka’ ginger 1 year. One or both need to go as I don’t have enough hens.
Norwich, Norfolk
8Brown hens
Chickens
12 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£12Price
I have for sale 16 week old brown hens they ready for new home been wormed and are fit and healthy they are £12.00 each
Swaffham, Norfolk
5Quail chicks
Chickens
8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£3Price
Mixture of colours, lovely little quail chicks, will still require heat, 3 days old . Eating starter crumb
King's Lynn, Norfolk
FAQs
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.