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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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Pekin bantams chicks

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Pekin bantams chicks available hatched regularly Multiple colours available £10per chick Please contact for any more Information

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BradfordWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Silkie . Sussex & Orpington chicks  - Advert 2
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Silkie . Sussex & Orpington chicks

Chickens

5 daysAge
MixedSex
£6Price

Silkie chicks £9 each Light Sussex £6 each Chocolate Orpington £8 each Black Orpington £8 each Hatched on the 23rd April Minimum purchase is 2 Also some older black Orpington’s available

WolverhamptonWest Midlands
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Point of Lay Silver/Light Sussex & Magpie Pullets

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Healthy, well-cared-for point of lay hens ready to start producing eggs soon. Ideal for anyone looking to start or expand their flock. Available Breeds: Needwood Magpies Light Sussex These hens are

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BradfordWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Cockerel for sale - Advert 4
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Cockerel for sale

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£20Price

Stunning cockerel for sale. He is the best boy and is very protective of his women, he's always alert and aware of his surroundings making sure to keep his hens safe and making sure to let them know

HalifaxWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Hybrids - lovely variety  - Advert 5
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Hybrids - lovely variety

Chickens

14 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

We have a great selection of different colours available ⭐️speckled ⭐️bluebells ⭐️copper star ⭐️light susex ⭐️ex chequer All female , all vaccinated £20 Pol - warrens £20 Pol coloureds £25 Wa

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CoventryWest Midlands
Chickens poultry White star leghorn - Advert 6
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White star leghorn

Chickens

14 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

We have white stars available , they have just started laying some wonderful white eggs. Lovely chickens ready to find there new homes all vaccinated

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CoventryWest Midlands
Chickens poultry Pure aseel stag - Advert 7
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Pure aseel stag

Chickens

5 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price

Pure aseel stag for sale, healthy and active bird. No health issues, selling due to having no time to look after. I also have standard laying hens which lay daily if interested. Message me for price p

BirminghamWest Midlands
Chickens poultry 4 Jersey giant 7 week old chicks. Pure White - Advert 8
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4 Jersey giant 7 week old chicks. Pure White

Chickens

7 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

Not yet point of yet but good strong birds growing well. Having to sell as we’ve decided to no longer keep chickens for personal reasons. Price is per bird.

PudseyWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry pure white jersey giant roosters - Advert 9
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pure white jersey giant roosters

Chickens

7 weeksAge
MaleSex
£10Price

We have 2 jersey Giant pure white roosters for sale. Hatched with 4 females but we can’t keep the roosters sadly because of where we live. Happy to sell separately. Both have the run of a large ar

PudseyWest Yorkshire
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A PAIR OF BANTAM FAVEROLLES

Chickens

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£40Price

Faverolles are a French breed & are very distinctive with a salmon colour, bearded chests & 5 toes. They have a quiet & docile temperament happy in any size garden. They are ideal for first time chick

Haywards HeathWest Sussex
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Buff orpington day old chicks from quality birds

Chickens

4 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

Day old buff orpingtons up to 2 weeks old £10 each Must have heat plate or lamp They will Need chick crumb Heat for 6 weeks and to be kept inside We also have pekin bantams

MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough
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Various Rare Breed Cochin Chickens gentle giants

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£90Price

After being very successful and having a lot of chicks to grow on I’m offering some spare LF Cochin chickens out to new homes. These are on the rare breeds list and are huge birds! Cockerels temperam

PenrithWestmorland and Furness
Chickens poultry *BABY CHICKS FOR SALE!* - Advert 13
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*BABY CHICKS FOR SALE!*

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£8Price

Hello, we are currently selling 26 baby chicks, which are pekin bantam polish mix chicks as well as silkies chicks. They are over a week old now (Born: 12/4/2026) but some were born a bit later and ar

LeedsWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Rare modern langshan  - Advert 14
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Rare modern langshan

Chickens

1 yearAge
MixedSex
£180Price

I’ve got 10 modern langshan chicken for sale 3 males and 7 females mixed ages from show winning stock

CoventryWest Midlands
Chickens poultry Dna sexed chocolate usa silkie pullets 14 weeks  - Advert 15
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Dna sexed chocolate usa silkie pullets 14 weeks

Chickens

12 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£35Price

Sexed usa pullets 14 weeks old chocolate Off heat and living outside Beautiful pullets Message for more information Could also do a pair pullet and a young cockerel

MiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough
Chickens poultry Brahma Chicks - Advert 16
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Brahma Chicks

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

2x 2 week old LF Brahma chicks. 1 Gold Partridge, 1 possibly dark.Need heat set up for a few weeks yet. Unsexed, must go together. Price for both

HalifaxWest Yorkshire
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Hybrid chicks for sale

Chickens

6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£7Price

***CONTINUOUSLY HATCHING*** Hybrid chicks for sale. Dad is buff columbian brahma, mums are Lohmann Browns. Great egg layers. Lay 300 eggs a year. CURRENTLY 12 CHICKS AVAILABLE £7 each chick. F

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CoventryWest Midlands
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Female chicks chickens hens

Chickens

1 weekAge
FemaleSex
£6Price

Day-old guaranteed female chicks for sale. All chicks are healthy, active, and well cared for. They are very friendly and have been regularly handled by children These chicks come from a very good hi

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WalsallWest Midlands
Chickens poultry Salmon Favourell Cockerel  - Advert 19
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Salmon Favourell Cockerel

Chickens

2 yearsAge
MaleSex
£35Price

Pure breed salmon Favourell boy. He is great at caring for his flock, great fertility, we have had lots of beautiful chicks. He is pure breed, so beautiful colours. I also have fertile eggs at £1 ea

BirminghamWest Midlands

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.