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About Keeping Chickens UK

Keeping Chickens UK is packed with practical advice for anyone raising hens in the UK. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your setup, you’ll find helpful, experience-based guides on coops, feeding, health and daily care.

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Getting started with keeping chickens

Getting Started

New to keeping chickens? Start here.
Learn the basics of chicken care, from choosing hens and setting up a coop to understanding daily routines. Ideal for beginners wanting straightforward, UK-focused advice.

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Health & Welfare

Spot illness early and keep your flock in top condition.
This section covers first aid, chicken illnesses, red mite, scaly leg and more. A go-to guide for maintaining healthy hens throughout the year.

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Feeding & Nutrition

What to feed chickens and what to avoid.
From layers pellets and grit to safe treats and the ban on kitchen scraps, we explain what chickens need to stay well-fed, strong and productive.

Flock Management

Day-to-day chicken keeping advice made simple.
Understand flock behaviour, deal with broody hens, clip wings safely and introduce new chickens without drama. Essential for backyard flocks.

Eggs & Laying

Why chickens stop laying, and how to encourage more eggs.
Find out how to support egg production, deal with soft shells, store eggs safely and understand your hens’ laying patterns.

Housing & Equipment

Everything your hens need for a safe, secure home.
Advice on coops, nest boxes, predator-proofing and essential equipment. Covers all seasons and setups for UK gardens.

Advice on housing chickens

Coop & Equipment Reviews

Find the right coop for your flock.
We review a range of UK chicken coops, from compact designs to walk-in runs. Each review covers size, materials, features and ease of use, so you can choose housing that works for you and your hens

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Find a Hennel

Going away? Find Hen Boarding Near You.
Need someone to look after your hens while you’re on holiday? Our Hennel directory lists trusted UK chicken boarders and holiday carers, so you can relax knowing your flock is in safe hands.