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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 Silkie . Sussex & Orpington chicks  - Advert 1
ADVANCED
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Silkie . Sussex & Orpington chicks

Chickens

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£6Price

Priced between £6 to £9 each Message for prices various breeds available Silkie . Light Sussex . Chocolate Orpington. Black Orpington. Hatched on the 23rd April. Plenty to choose from Min

WolverhamptonWest Midlands
PRO
231

Silkie chicks and gentle hand raised birds

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£10Price

I have some lovely hand raised, calm birds from chicks to point of lay, both big and small from silkie and pekin to Brahma and Orpington amongst my lovely organically raised flock. I have hatching eg

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UckfieldEast Sussex
5.0
PRO
131

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 3 baby chicks for sale  - Advert 4
2

3 baby chicks for sale

Chickens

2 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price

3 little chicks for sale. Not sure about the gender. We got them for friends but unfortunately we can't keep them

OldburyWest Midlands
Chickens poultry White cock - Advert 5
3

White cock

Chickens

4 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Got a good natured mixed breed cock for sale. He is in need of his own brood now. He has lovely temperament like his dad. Any questions please ask. I will need proof of setup and hens before letting h

TiptonWest Midlands
Chickens poultry Young cockeral exchequer leghorn cross olive egger - Advert 6
2

Young cockeral exchequer leghorn cross olive egger

Chickens

6 weeksAge
MaleSex
£5Price

6 weeks old on 1st of May. Dad was an exchequer leghorn and mum was an olive egger. Had been spending the day outside and coming in at night. Should be able to stay outside from Next week 6 weeks

ChesterCheshire West and Chester
ADVANCED
4

A PAIR OF BANTAM FAVEROLLES

Chickens

2 yearsAge
FemaleSex
£30Price

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 chi

Haywards HeathWest Sussex
Chickens poultry Buff Sussex hens - Advert 8
2

Buff Sussex hens

Chickens

1 yearAge
FemaleSex
£25Price

3 buff Sussex laying hens Laying well 1 year olds Vaccinated £25 each

WolverhamptonWest Midlands
Chickens poultry Auracana mix  - Advert 9
14

Auracana mix

Chickens

6 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price

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

BirminghamWest Midlands
Chickens poultry POLISH BANTAM FRIZZLES 💛 - Advert 10
13

POLISH BANTAM FRIZZLES 💛

Chickens

3 weeksAge
MixedSex
£15Price

4 Beautiful 3 week old bantam polish frizzles, non sexed, these have been hatched around children used to cuddles and living in a busy household around lots of people, they are friendly and one of the

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NorthamptonWest Northamptonshire
Chickens poultry UNSEXED SILKIE CHICKS - Advert 11
4

UNSEXED SILKIE CHICKS

Chickens

1 weekAge
MixedSex
£13Price

USA silkie chicks available for collection! Mixed colours available £13 each *will need heat lamp for next few weeks*

HastingsEast Sussex
Chickens poultry Chicks For Sale £12 each or 2 for £20 - Advert 12
5

Chicks For Sale £12 each or 2 for £20

Chickens

2 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£12Price

Guaranteed female chicks for sale, all chicks are healthy, active, well cared for. They are very friendly. These chicks come from a very good egg layering breed and will make excellent future layers.

BirminghamWest Midlands
ADVANCED
2

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 14
6

Cockerel for sale

Chickens

10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£10Price

Stunning cockerel for sale. Needs to go ASAP due to noise complaint, NOT FOR CULLING He is the best boy and is very protective of his women, he's always alert and aware of his surroundings making sur

HalifaxWest Yorkshire
Chickens poultry Hybrids - lovely variety  - Advert 15
5

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 16
6

White star leghorn

Chickens

15 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 17
2

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 18
3

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 19
6

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
ADVANCED
12

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

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.