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Hens Chickens Poultry for sale in Brierley Hill, West Midlands

13 Hens Chickens Poultry for sale in Brierley Hill, West Midlands

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 Three Devon Blue Good Laying Hens - Advert 1
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Three Devon Blue Good Laying Hens

Chickens

9 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£45Price

We are getting rid of our trio of healthy Devon Blue hens. They are good, steady layers and in overall good condition.Two hens have a bit of feather wear at the moment, which is quite common and alrea

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WalsallWest Midlands (8.5mi)
Chickens poultry Hens, Ducks, Quail and other poultry available  - Advert 2
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Hens, Ducks, Quail and other poultry available

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£20Price

Here at New Cottage Poultry we currently have a wide selection of Poultry of all ages from newly hatch to point of lay. All of our birds are up to date on any relevant vaccinations, worming and mite

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.1mi)
Chickens poultry Hybrid Hens for Sale - Advert 3
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Hybrid Hens for Sale

Chickens

6 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£20Price

Hybrid Hens for Sale – Fully Vaccinated End off season sale Hens available for Sale; all reduced to £20 each Aracana Leghorn - Olive Egg - £35 Cream Legbar - Blue Egg - £35 Cooper Maran - Dark Brown

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ShifnalShropshire (16.6mi)
Chickens poultry Pekin Bantam Cockerel 9week - Advert 4
2

Pekin Bantam Cockerel 9week

Chickens

11 weeksAge
MaleSex
£10Price

9 week old Bantam Cockerel Friendly guy, sadly we have uneven numbers for our hens. Only been indoor, never lived outside.

CongletonCheshire East (46.7mi)
Chickens poultry Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers - Advert 5
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Point of lay Olive, Blue & Dark Brown egg layers

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

These hens are all at point of lay and fully vaccinated, great laying breeds who lay some interesting coloured eggs. £30 each with discounts on 6 or more birds. All of our stock is on view for you

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.1mi)
Chickens poultry Lovely warren hens, point of lay - Advert 6
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Lovely warren hens, point of lay

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£18Price

Friendly brown warrens, very easy to look after, great layers. They will be laying in the next month.

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BirminghamWest Midlands (9.3mi)
Chickens poultry Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Chicks and more  - Advert 7
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Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys, Chicks and more

Chickens

7 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

Here at New Cottage Poultry We’ve always got a great selection of breeds in stock to come and see including Chicks, Ducklings, Hens, Bantams, Quail, Turkeys, Guinea Fowl, Ducks, Geese and more. No a

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.1mi)
Chickens poultry Burford Hens at point of lay  - Advert 8
11

Burford Hens at point of lay

Chickens

5 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

These Burford hens are at point of lay and fully vaccinated. Wonderful natured birds who lay lovely dark brown eggs. £30 each discounts on more than 6 Lots of other ready to lay hens in stock now to

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.1mi)
Chickens poultry Lots of Hens Poultry Chickens Available  - Advert 9
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Lots of Hens Poultry Chickens Available

Chickens

7 monthsAge
MixedSex
£30Price

We have a stable full of poultry mainly hens but do have a few cockerels if wanted £30 a head Brahmas Zombies Hybrids Belgians Hamburgs Rose combs Bring a box come the a look no offers strictly

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AtherstoneWarwickshire (24.5mi)
Chickens poultry Hybrid Laying hens Lohman Browns - Advert 10
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Hybrid Laying hens Lohman Browns

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£10Price

We are reducing numbers as we are planning an extended trip abroad, so have 18 laying hens for sale, ready to go between now and the end of October. They came to us as point of lay in November 2024,

Chipping NortonOxfordshire (44.8mi)
Chickens poultry Olive Egger hatching eggs  - Advert 11
1

Olive Egger hatching eggs

Chickens

7 weeksAge
MixedSex
£1Price

These are fertile eggs that will need to be incubated for 21 days. The chicks are blue and olive eggers. £1.50 per egg or discounts on qtty Here at New Cottage Poultry We’ve always got a great selec

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CoalvilleLeicestershire (35.1mi)
Chickens poultry Days old chicks 3/10/2025 - Advert 12
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Days old chicks 3/10/2025

Chickens

8 weeksAge
MixedSex
£8Price

Day old chicks from mixed flock only 8 available 1 yellow hen 1 yellow rooster, 5 black hens and 1 black rooster.

RugbyWarwickshire (36.5mi)

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.