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.
Various Chicks *Hatching Continuously*
Chickens
Hello there! BUFF ORPINGTON AND RHODE ISLAND REDS HATCHING AROUND THE START OF APRIL. £7 each. Please enquire to reserve. We have various breeds of chicks hatching all the time. Breeds depend on what we have. Chicks have always been very healthy. Prices vary for different breeds but will be around the £7 mark. They will be available at a week old, as they can then be trans
Beautiful point of lay hens - range of breeds
Chickens
Lovely range of colours available- bluebells, speckledies, warrens, white star, rhode rocks, white Sussex, silver Sussex and small number of blue egg layers. Blue egg layers are £30, all the others are £20.
Auracana mix
Chickens
Two young, five months old roosters £20 each …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Laying hens for sale
Chickens
Mixed hens all laying Mixture of Cream legbar Copper maran Cuckoo maran Other hybrid layers available
Silkies Bantam hens mixed colours
Chickens
Silkie hens available. Mix of colours including black, blue, splash, mottled, gold. Hatched last year some September and some October. Getting regular eggs out of them. Great chickens for children, very easy to tame £35 each. Also a trio of white silkies available 2 hens and a cockerel that are not related £75. Hatching eggs available mixed colour silkies £15 per half doze
Bantam Roosters x3
Chickens
We have 3 x Bantham roosters that we are looking to rehome. Lovely birds we are just a little heavy on the males here on our farm. £25 per bird
Trio of bantam lavender pekins
Chickens
Well bred vaccinated quality bantam lavender pekins Lovely trio of 2 hens and one cockerel. Please message with any questions
Hybrid chicks for sale
Chickens
***CONTINUOUSLY HATCHING*** Hybrid chicks for sale. Dad is buff columbian brahma, mums are Lohmann Browns. Great egg layers. Lay 300 eggs a year. CURRENTLY : 6 girls 3 boys £8 each chick. Fer
Pekin bantam chicken chicks
Chickens
They will need a heat lamp for 4-6 weeks as hatched in the incubator , feed on chick crumb & water until old enough
Silkie Hatching Eggs
Chickens
Mixed silkie hatching eggs from a mixed flock Fertility is excellent on these having a weekly hatch myself from them Chicks also available
rooster silkie
Chickens
Rooster silkie for free i have 4 roster who’s want contact me on WhatsApp 07456166600
Point of Lay Hens for Sale!
Chickens
Price Ranges from £25-35 Message me for more information about breeds, prices and availability etc…
Mixed size and colour cockerels
Chickens
Free to the right home. I understand people don’t want cockerels but thought I’d put these beautiful boys up on here to see if I can find them good homes. Must have hens for them to be with and I’d li
Pekin Bantam
Chickens
Ready to go pure breed Cockerel. 1 lovely Pekin Bantam Male Collection is Shirebrook Colour : 1x Mottled, cockoo Collection: NG20 and Shirebrook
12 x Aayam cemani hatching eggs fast delivery
Chickens
12 x Aayam cemani hatching eggs , I will post via special delivery . They are fresh eggs from healthy chickens.
6 Mixed flock hatching eggs
Chickens
Hatching eggs from Mixed flock - brahma, easter eggers, jersey giant, silkies, rangers. All live together.
Barba D’Uccle and pilkie (Pekin X Silkie) Bantams
Chickens
4 x Barba D’Uccle bantam hens £20 each 8 x Pilkie (Pekin X Silkie) Bantam hens £15 each 20 weeks old
Rosecombs
Chickens
For sale breeding group of rosecomb bantams. Pair of black 2024 hatched 2 blue pullets 2025 hatched 4 black pullets 2025 hatched £20 each
Polish chicken hatching eggs
Chickens
price is for 6 eggs from our beautiful birds (see photos) Lovely friendly chickens. Any questions please ask. collection from St18 or postage £6.50 Eggs will be fresh, securely wrapped and posted Ro
Chicks an Ducklings in a range of breeds
Chickens
We have a great range of Chicks and Ducklings hatching all the time, we offer full starter sets for £69, this is for the cage, feeder, drinker and feed. Chicks are priced at £8-14 each depending on th
Point of lay Hens in a wide range of breeds
Chickens
Point of lay fully vaccinated, wormed and treated for mites/lice. These Hens vary in price depending on breeds, you can find all of these on our New Cottage Poultry Website 🙂 We have a fantastic sel
Pure aseel
Chickens
Stunning healthy aseel in need of a new home, selling as reducing numbers. Wanting £200. Message me for more info
POL 18 week old hybrid pullets
Chickens
Lots of lovely 18 week old point of lay hybrid pullets (White Star and Blacktail) available. Fully vaccinated. They are very friendly and will be great egg layers. 10% off for 6 or more. More info
*Swedish Flower Chicks* hatched 7/3/26
Chickens
Newly hatched Swedish Flower Chicks. Hatched out 7th March. Unsexed Lovely markings All eating and drinking Will need to be on heat for the next 6-8weeks. Will only let go in pairs unless you can pr
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?
