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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 Auracana mix  - Advert 1
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Auracana mix

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

Young and strong rooster…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

BirminghamWest Midlands (21.6mi)
Chickens poultry Warren's brown egg layers  - Advert 2
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Warren's brown egg layers

Chickens

7 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£9Price

Warren's brown egg layers pullets 16 weeks old fully vaccinated and wormed they lay 320 to 340 eggs per year

RushdenNorth Northamptonshire (47.4mi)
Chickens poultry Pekin bantams all female  - Advert 3
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Pekin bantams all female

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

Pekin bantams all female 5 months old vaccinated and wormed suitable for children as they are very friendly they lay lots of small eggs

RushdenNorth Northamptonshire (47.4mi)
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Coloured hybrid pullets

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£12Price

Coloured hybrids pullets 16 weeks old fully vaccinated and wormed these are hybrids so they lay all year round 12.00 each or 5 or more 11.00 each

RushdenNorth Northamptonshire (47.4mi)
Chickens poultry White hybrid pullets  - Advert 5
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White hybrid pullets

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£9Price

White hybrid pullets White egg layers 16 weeks old fully vaccinated and wormed these are one of the top egg layers

RushdenNorth Northamptonshire (47.4mi)
Chickens poultry Chicks available  - Advert 6
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Chicks available

Chickens

2 daysAge
MixedSex
£5Price

Silkie . Black Orpington And light Sussex chicks currently Hatching weekly so will be more breeds available in coming weeks Buff Orpington Black Orpington Chocolate Orpington Silkies - various colours available black , white , gold & cuckoo Light Sussex Buff Sussex Message for availability Prices between £5-£10

WolverhamptonWest Midlands (32.5mi)
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4 x week old LF white cochin chicks

Chickens

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£15Price

Unsexed. 4 x chicks available. Sold in minimum of pairs. Eating and drinking well. Will need to go under heat in a brooder. Collection only. Hatching eggs also available. Price is per chick

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BanburyOxfordshire (18mi)
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Chickens poultry Lavender pekins  - Advert 2
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Lavender pekins

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£120Price

1x cockerel 1.5 year old 3x hens 1 year old Lovely birds, all hens laying well. Collection GL15

LydneyGloucestershire (47.3mi)
Chickens poultry Point of lay hens copper black Maran hens  - Advert 3
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Point of lay hens copper black Maran hens

Chickens

4 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£28Price

Beautiful copper black Maran hens for sale, 20 weeks point of lay, lovely dark brown shells to their eggs. Lovely hens to have around with their slightly feathered feet, great pet hens to follow you around the garden. £28 each, 6 or more £25 each. Collection from princes Risborough HP27 postcode

Princes RisboroughBuckinghamshire (49.2mi)
Chickens poultry Silkie bantams all female - Advert 4
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Silkie bantams all female

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

Silkie bantams all female 5 months old vaccinated and wormed we have them in black, gold, gold partidge and white the are 30.00 each

RushdenNorth Northamptonshire (47.4mi)
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Hatching Eggs & Chicks - Buffs, Brahma, and more!

Chickens

Just BornAge
MixedSex
£2Price

I have for sale a variety of Hatching Eggs and Chicks reared from my own stock at home on the farm. I have eggs from: Buff Orpington Light Sussex Polish Frizzle Bantams Brahmas Easter Eggers Ayles

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ChinnorOxfordshire (47.7mi)
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Chicks, Ducklings and complete Starter sets

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£0Price

We have a wide range of chicks and ducklings to choose from. These range from £7-15 each depending on breed etc. We only sell in a minimum of 2, we do advise to have three or more. The full set up

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (39.6mi)
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Bantams available in a massive selection of breeds

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£40Price

Bantam Hens are priced at £30-40 depending of breed We have a fantastic selection of all types of Poultry in stock, Hens, Ducks, Geese, Quail, Turkeys, Chicks, Ducklings and more. Our shop is full

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (39.6mi)
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Silkie Point of Lay Females

Chickens

13 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

We have a lovely selection of silkie females available ready for their new homes. Colours include red, splash, black, red and gold. All vaccinated and wormed. £30 each Collection Earl Shilton

LeicesterLeicester (39.1mi)
Chickens poultry Beautiful Black Silkie Chicks - Advert 9
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Beautiful Black Silkie Chicks

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£5Price

Beautiful Black Bantam Silkie Chicks I have beautiful and healthy Bantam Silkie chicks available. I have chicks both on and off of heat. They are feeding and drinking independently. These chicks are sold unsexed. I also have other colours including lavender, white and black, brown, lavender splash and partridge available at £20 each. Silkies are renowned for their gentl

BicesterOxfordshire (31mi)
Chickens poultry 6 Bantam Polish Hatching Eggs - Advert 10
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6 Bantam Polish Hatching Eggs

Chickens

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Fresh Bantam Polish hatching eggs laid each day from a proven fertile flock. Our flock is healthy, well cared for, and kept in line with current avian influenza biosecurity requirements. Colours within the flock include: Buff Laced: Light gold/tan feathers with white lacing. Silver Laced: White feathers with black edging. Golden Laced: Gold feathers with black edging. Whi

BicesterOxfordshire (31mi)
Chickens poultry Mixed colour Pekin bantam hatching eggs x6 - Advert 11
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Mixed colour Pekin bantam hatching eggs x6

Chickens

5 daysAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Mixed colour fresh Pekin bantam eggs. 6 fresh eggs. Well packaged for safe delivery. Lovely, friendly hens

TewkesburyGloucestershire (23.4mi)
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Point of Lay Hens - VARIOUS BREEDS

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Point of Lay hens - READY NOW 🐔Black Copper Marans 🐔Light Sussex 🐔Rhode Rock 🐔Black Sussex 🐔Barred Rock 🐔White Leghorn ⭐️Only Hens available ⭐️18-20 Weeks old (Point of lay 🥚🍳🪺) ⭐

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WellingboroughNorth Northamptonshire (43.7mi)
Chickens poultry Various Chicks *Hatching Continuously* - Advert 13
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Various Chicks *Hatching Continuously*

Chickens

1 dayAge
MixedSex
£7Price

Hello there! RHODE ISLAND REDS AND BUFF ORPINGTONS CURRENTLY SOLD OUT. £7 each. Please enquire to reserve. We have various breeds of chicks hatching all the time. Breeds depend on what we have. Chicks

KenilworthWarwickshire (12.3mi)
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Polish Hens - POINT OF LAY

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

POLISH CHICKENS - POINT OF LAY 🐔Various Colour Hens available ⭐️20 Weeks old (Point of lay 🥚🍳🪺) ⭐️Vaccinated ⭐️Wormed ⭐️READY NOW!! 🗺️ Collection from Raunds (North Northamptonshire / Cambr

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WellingboroughNorth Northamptonshire (43.7mi)
Chickens poultry Bantam Silkie Hatching Eggs Collection/Posted - Advert 15
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Bantam Silkie Hatching Eggs Collection/Posted

Chickens

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

6 Bantam Silkie Hatching Eggs – Proven Fertile – Mixed Colours Fresh Bantam Silkie hatching eggs laid each day from a proven fertile flock. Our flock is healthy, well cared for, and kept in line with

BicesterOxfordshire (31mi)
Chickens poultry Stunning Bantam Polish Chicks  - Advert 16
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Stunning Bantam Polish Chicks

Chickens

5 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

I have beautiful and healthy Bantam Polish chicks available. They are on heat, and feeding and drinking independently. These chicks are sold unsexed and come in a lovely range of colours Buff Laced:

BicesterOxfordshire (31mi)
Chickens poultry Beautiful Bantam Silkie Chicks   - Advert 17
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Beautiful Bantam Silkie Chicks

Chickens

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Beautiful Bantam Silkie Chicks I have beautiful and healthy Bantam Silkie chicks available. They are on heat, and feeding and drinking independently. These chicks are sold unsexed and come in a love

BicesterOxfordshire (31mi)
Chickens poultry Buff Orpington chicks 1 week old - Advert 18
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Buff Orpington chicks 1 week old

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£13Price

unsexed, hatched and raised at home, well handled, raised on chick crumb, collection only from Kenilworth, lovely calm breed - ideal for pets or future layers, available soon, £13 each, used to heat

KenilworthWarwickshire (12.3mi)
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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.