When are chicks available?

Chicks are normally sold at between 2-7 days old and will need a heat source. Normally available March to September

When are on heat growers available?

On heat growers are 4-7 weeks old and will need a heat source ( Breed dependant) Normally available March till Oct

When are off heat growers?

Off heat growers are 7-10 weeks old and can go straight outside but not with adult birds until 16 weeks old (Breed dependant) Normally available May to October

Are your birds vaccinated?

We only vaccinate against Coccidiosis.

Are our eggs guaranteed fertile?
If you are collecting eggs we guarantee 70% fertility (this is not hatch rate). If you are having your eggs posted we offer no guarantee. We have been hatching eggs for around 20 years now and can advise that posting eggs without a doubt effects their hatchability.

Are our birds guaranteed?
All birds over 16 weeks are guaranteed for 7 days. All chicks and growers are unfortunately not guaranteed.

Can I reserve birds?
Yes birds can be reserved by simply emailing your request via contact page we usually respond within 24 hours to let you know of availability and approximate delivery/collection date.

Can I get birds delivered?
Not available at the moment.

What happens if one of the birds I purchase turns out to be a cockerel?

We offer replacement or refund if your bird unfortunately is a cockerel (if sold as sexed)

Do they cost a lot to keep?
No, a sack of layers pellets, mash or mixed corn will cost you between £8 and £10 per sack, if you have get three birds a sack of pellets should last a month. We feed mixed corn as an afternoon treat only.

How long do chickens live?
Around 4-6 years but we have had some that have lived up to 8+ years so really it depends on whether they are looked after correctly.

How many eggs will I get?
Orpingtons 175-200
Light Sussex 240-260
Buff and Speckled Sussex 200-220
Rhode Island Red 260-280
Crested Cream Legbars 200-220
Welsummers 200-220
Pekins 180-200 (if they do not go broody)
Light Sussex Bantam 200-220

I got my chickens home but they have not laid yet?
Please be patient as they need time to settle in, they will lay as soon as they are happy and feel settled.  

 

Do I need to keep a cockerel with my hens for them to lay?
A cockerel will provide you with fertile eggs but he is not needed just for the hen to lay an egg.

I would like to buy some chicks?
Please remember that chicks will need heat until they are fully feathered (approx 6-8 weeks) eat chick crumb then will need to be weaned onto growers pellets.
(please note that some breeds of chicks are sold as unsexed so be warned that some may be cockerels)

How long does it take to hatch an egg?
21 days give or take a few days. (Chickens)
28 days give or take a few days. (Ducks)

I bought some hatching eggs but not many hatched?
This could be one of many reasons from handling to incubation methods so refunds or replacements are not given.

Any eggs sent via the postal system are out of our control. NO REFUNDS GIVEN FOR LOW HATCH RATES OR BREAKAGES.

Do I need to bring a box?
Yes please, a pet carrier or a cardboard box is best (no plastic boxes)

Do I need to make an appointment?
Yes, please call before you visit, we will then give you specific directions to our property, as we are tucked away down a very secluded country lane.