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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6 Healthy Egg-Laying Hens Coop & Feeders – Ready to Go! Selling six 6-month-old hens – already laying! These friendly, healthy birds are excellent layers and easy to care for. Perfect for anyone wan

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Hi these chickens are for someone who wants egg laying chickens we have enjoyed the eggs but moving abroad so cant take them with us.

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Pretty blue splash boy, 20 weeks old, not mature yet but going to be big. Gentle docile nature. Would make a lovely pet if you fancy a big Orpington.

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Lovely pleasant big blue/black Orpington boy, born here in May so 20 weeks old. Not quite mature yet. He's going to be a whopper! Docile and gentle. Needs a new flock as I've too many boys. Based in W

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I have hatched this handsome chap in May this year and unfortunately need to move him on. Free to a good home

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Pure Bred Silver Laced Orpington Trio Cockerel & Two Hens Lovely colour, friendly and if interested in an another hen let me know Only hatched this year in May

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Healthy brown hybrid hens Currently laying nice brown eggs Friendly, easy to handle Running free range 12 months old £10 each Collection WA6 6

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We have purebred copper black marans pullets for sale. Lovely birds from dark egg layers. Viewing is welcome anytime.

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Pure Bred Buff Orpington Cockerels Lovely strong built Fluffy and friendly Looking for there new homes

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I have 2 Pekin bantam hens looking for their forever home, unfortunately I have moved into a smaller property without much outdoor space and with them free roaming I am looking for someone with a nice

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Lovely group of 5 healthy hens, around 2 years old excellent layers of large brown eggs. Dual purpose with a good amount of meat on them. You can expect another 2 years of good egg laying before it

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Our last batch of point of lay hens available for 2025 we have Calder ranger Sussex ranger Silver sussex Curviee marans Blue bells Speckeld Emeralds (blue egg layer) Prices from £18.50 for all

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Homebreed free cockerels 5 months old . Flock to big , 5 to go . Nr Wrexham . All different colours, think are bantams

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Great quality 6 month old cockerels ideal for starting a gold lace wynadotte flock. Free to a good home.

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Unfortunately I’m looking to rehome my lovely cockerel. He’s such a friendly guy, has a lovely temperament but cant keep him due to the noise.