

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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1 boy needing a home. Hatched out in May this year, needs a flock of hens of his own. I haven't got enough hens to keep for him. Stunning bird
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We have 7 chickens looking for a new home. We don't have anyone to take care of them whilst we go are away for a while. We have 5 rhode island reds which are ex battery hens we rescued about 2 years
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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. Used to ducks, dogs, cats and people.
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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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Commercial type Laying hens for sale.Around 18months old and still laying well. Local delivery possible.
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Our little cockerel has been a brilliant protector for his small flock but has now become over enthusiastic and taken to attacking me. Rather than have him despatched is there anyone reasonably close
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2 chickens now living outside 12 weeks believe they are all hens. Black/speckled are Plymouth Rock cross x2. Message for more information.
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A Barred Plymouth Rock cockerel for sale is a premium, young heritage bird ideal for breeding lines, flock protection, and dual-purpose homestead utility. ✨ Striking Appearance This handsome young mal
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Various chickens available Bearded Silkies £35 Serama £30 Large Fowl hens £25 Cockerels free with hens or £10 each Quail also available (both Celadon & Coturnix)
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Beautiful and cute hens at point of lay, with delicious eggs, golden yolks and white shells. Happy and healthy hens, up to date with flea, mite and wormer treatment. These hens lay ************
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Mixed chickens, various ages from 1.5 year to 3months old, hens £10, cocks free. Younger one will vary in price
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I have a lovely Rhode island red hen for sale. Laying really well. I am looking to send her to a good home.
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£20 each or 6 for £100 Brown hens for sale. Located in Ipswich. Lovely egg laying hens looking for new homes.
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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
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Lovely and healthy Hatched here Beautiful golden mixed breed chicken Looking for a loving home as we have too many now
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One stag 3 hens. All in good condition, strong birds Good price if all go together if not Stag £250 Wheaten hen £80 Blue hens 80 each
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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.
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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
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I have here a good quality silkie rooster, young but despite this, he’s doing all the right things: calling to his ladies for food, fertilising my silkie hens well and being alert all the time. He’s a