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.
Lavender pekin cockerels
Chickens
Lavender pekin cockerels for sale, I have 2 males that I need to find a good home, £25 Cash / collection only :) Message me for any more details
Silkie hatching eggs for sale
Chickens
Silkie hatching eggs for sale £10 for a box of 6, also selling silkie chickens too, trying to sell mostly males, message me for more information as if you want chicken’s then they will cost a bit more :) Cash/collection only
Quality Point of Lay Pullets
Chickens
Quality Point of lay pullets available Priced at £18 each Collection from Near Ambleside (Cumbria)
Barred Plymouth Rock Pullets
Chickens
3 Barred Plymouth Rock pullets for sale Hatched end of feb. Currently still on heat, eating and drinking well. From what I can tell at this age I have 3 females available, males also available. Wil
Barred Plymouth Rock hatching eggs
Chickens
High quality Barred Plymouth Rock hatching eggs from healthy, well maintained breeding stock. Barred Plymouth rocks are a dual purpose breed, known for its beautiful black and white feathers, friend
BANTEM COCKEREL
Chickens
Beautiful bantem boy Jude (around 8-12 month old) is looking for a new home. We rescued Jude late November of 2025 and have since been looking after him. Due to recent changes in circumstances we’re m
Excellent Leghorn cockerals
Chickens
I have 4 excellent leghorn cockerels looking for new ladies. Bred last year and needing gone asap. Thanks
Buff Orpington Hatching Eggs
Chickens
Fertile buff orpington hatching eggs for sale. From excellent quality unrelated parent stock. 6 eggs £12 collected or £20 posted
Crested Cream Legbar - Blue Egg Layer
Chickens
Crested Cream Legbars Well as per usual with us at Pilling Poultry instead of winding down, we are still mad busy 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️ From a day old chick to 8 weeks old Growers to 18 week plus point of
Buff Orpington cockerels
Chickens
Pedigree, well bread lovely natured boys for sale to go to a good home! Hatched in September and only letting the 4 boys go because we have too many! Protective of there girls from predators, but with
Recycled Coop Run only NO maintenance
Chickens
We have a Range of recycled coops available, all different sizes, for different amounts of chickens you have Available to view at Pilling Poultry, Lancashire, PR3 6SS The easy clean recycled plastic
Flock of 3 Chickens 🐓 For Sale
Chickens
Flock of 1 cockerel and 2 pol hens. All 8 months old. Will be sold with some feed and dust free straw that they are currently bedded on. For sale through no fault of their own as Iam currently cutting
Light Sussex bantams
Chickens
I have available 8 pairs of light sussex bantams, hatched last year and ready to start laying. Extremely well bred, won best of breed at Carlisle where I purchased the parents for £100. They lay lovel
Crested cream legbar ( Blue eggs)
Chickens
Crested female Cream Legbars point of lay hens , approximately 15 available. Will start laying good quantities of blue eggs In Feb/March 2026 . Cream Legbars hatching eggs , and sexed chicks avail
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?
Do poultry chickens lay eggs?
Why can't male chickens be used for meat in egg-laying breeds?
