News and Updates
New Forest Show Dawn till Dusk Doors
Here we are at the New Forest Show We often take stalls at County shows and similar events. We’ll keep you posted when we are planning another.
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Salisbury Rare Breeds Auctions If you happen to live within striking distance of Salisbury and are interested in seeing a demonstration of our Automatic Door Openers we are doing demonstrations and will have a little stock for sale at the next 3 Rare Breed Auctions The dates we will be attending are as follows: Saturday 15th June…
Read MoreHistory of the Chicken
If you have ever wondered about the history and domestication of the Chicken from a humble bird roaming the jungle floors to being one of the most common forms of protein in the world then there is a great Article on the Smithsonian site you might like to take a look at. With a history…
Read MoreLeghorn Chicken Breed
Leghorn Chicken Breed Facts and Tips for Hen Keepers Where does the breed name Legbar come from and what does it mean? The breed originate in Italy with the Birds originating from the port of leghorn on the west coast of Italy. It was introduced into Britain and the UK around the middle of the…
Read MoreSummer Holidays Approaching Need Some Help with your Hens?
Spring has Sprung and it’s been a hard one here in the UK, tough on all livestock and no doubt both you and your chickens are looking forward to some warmer days and sunshine for the summer. But keep alert for Red Mites and such like as it can be a devastating nightmare to control once they…
Read MoreHow to Choose Hens for your Garden in Telegraph
Would you like to enjoy fresh eggs and are you thinking about keeping some family chooks in your garden, then defintely read this article today…
Read MoreMeasures to Keep the Hens Safe from Foxes?
How can you take steps to minimise the chance of foxes getting your lovely hens…by keeping your chickens safe and tucked-up in their coop safely each night…
Read MoreWhat to do when the nights are beginning to draw-in?
What to do when the dusk time is changing daily and almost getting earlier every day, in between the changing seasons, and before the wet and cold Autumunal days descend that will do you your chooks and all the family a favour…
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