How Much Does It Cost to Keep Chickens in the UK?
A realistic breakdown of the cost of keeping backyard chickens in the UK — set-up costs, feed, bedding and health — plus ways to save.
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Do Chickens Need Light in Winter? Egg Laying in the Dark Months
Why hens lay fewer eggs in a British winter, whether you should add a light to the coop and how to keep your flock happy until spring.
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The Deep Litter Method for Chickens: A Simple UK Guide
What is the deep litter method, how do you do it and is it right for your coop? A simple guide for UK backyard keepers.
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Best Hemp Bedding for Chickens UK (2026)
Why hemp bedding is so popular with UK hen keepers, the best bags to buy and how it compares with straw.
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Omlet Automatic Door vs ChickenGuard: Which Is Best?
Omlet or ChickenGuard? We compare the UK’s two favourite automatic chicken coop doors on price, power, security and fit.
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ChickenGuard Review: Is the UK’s Favourite Automatic Coop Door Worth It?
Is ChickenGuard worth it? We look at the AIO Complete and PRO self-locking door — features, pros, cons and who they suit.
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How Much Space Do Chickens Need? A Simple UK Guide
How much coop, perch, nest box and run space do backyard hens need? A simple UK guide with practical minimums and signs of overcrowding.
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Wooden vs Plastic Chicken Coops: Which Is Better?
Wood or plastic? We compare price, cleaning, red mite, maintenance and lifespan to help UK keepers choose the right chicken coop.
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Omlet Eglu Cube vs Eglu Go: Which Should You Buy?
Omlet Eglu Cube or Eglu Go? We compare capacity, size and price to help UK keepers choose the right plastic coop.
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Omlet Eglu Cube Review: Is It Worth the Money?
Is the Omlet Eglu Cube worth the high price? Features, pros and cons, and who Britain’s best-known plastic chicken coop suits.
