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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Pita Pinta Asturiana Hatching Eggs Spanish breed
Chickens
3 weeksAge
FemaleSex
£299Price
Pita Pinta Asturiana Hatching Eggs - Rare, traditional Spanish breed – increasingly hard to find in the UK. Beautifully marked birds with calm, friendly temperaments, perfect for both beginners and ex
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Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire (14.2mi)
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2 Roosters to be taken asap
Chickens
9 monthsAge
MaleSex
£0Price
2 wellsummer roosters to be taken by anyone as soon as possible due to having to many. collection only
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Swansea, Swansea (31.6mi)
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Pure bred chicks/hatching eggs
Chickens
1 weekAge
MixedSex
£7Price
We have pure bred chicks. Rhode island reds unsexed £6 each Copper black marans unsexed £6 each Hybrid crosses females available £7 each.... A variety of hatching eggs available from our pure breed c
Bridgend, Bridgend County Borough (49.4mi)
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Bresse Hatching Eggs (and chicks).
Chickens
6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£12Price
Hatching eggs available from our flock of Bresse chickens. Bresse are a fantastic French breed, fast growing and renowned for their flavour (and striking blue legs!). They also make respectable laye
Whitland, Carmarthenshire (0.2mi)
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Olive egger cockeral
Chickens
10 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price
Cream legbar x black copper maran cockeral for sale, last years hatch, carries the olive egg gene if crossed back to the right hens. Also some hens available if a breeding pen is required, please enqu
Swansea, Swansea (31.6mi)
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Sablepoot Cockerel
Chickens
3 yearsAge
MaleSex
£3Price
Sablepoot bantam cockerel for sale, proven fertile. He’s a lovely cockerel but can be a bit feisty during breeding season. Looking for £3 for him.
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Swansea, Swansea (31.6mi)
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GOLD LACED BARNEVELDER HATCHING EGGS
Chickens
6 weeksAge
MixedSex
£3Price
This advert is for Gold Laced Barnevelder hatching eggs. Very fertile and fantastic quality. SA14 area for collection or postage across all of UK with fantastic reviews. Choice of other breeds availab
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire (21.5mi)
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Partridge leghorn cockerel
Chickens
7 monthsAge
MaleSex
£15Price
2 x partridge leghorn cockerels £ 15 each ,we have too meny and need to make abit of space .hatched from show quailty eggs in 2025
Swansea, Swansea (31.6mi)
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Silkie cross bantam pullets
Chickens
3 monthsAge
FemaleSex
£10Price
I have 10 Silkie cross bantam pullets for sale. Most have pom poms on heads like Silkies, they have a hard robust feather though and a good backyard birds. Excellent layers too. They are £10 each
Swansea, Swansea (31.6mi)
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?
