CallyChook Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 Hi folks, I'm after some new female polands for my flock, but haven't found anyon with them available in my county. I have a couple of breeders on the opposite side of the country who have some girlies for sale, but with me not driving and my hubby not thinking that driving hundreds of miles for chickens is something he'd be happy to do, it looks like the only way I could actually buy and polish girls is to get them courier'd cross country. Having done a google search, I've managed to get myself very pickled and not managed to find anyone who seems to courier chickens. Does anyone know of a reputable company who will transport birds?? I know it will be expensive, but no more than the cost of a train ticket and a whole day 8months pregnant spent on public transport. any help would be very much appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kevf1 Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 where are you and where do they need picking up from? sure some one may be able to help... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 These people have a good reputation http://www.pigeoncouriers.co.uk/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallyChook Posted August 26, 2010 Author Share Posted August 26, 2010 oooh, ta, i will make a note of the address so far, the only person with girls for sale is in Boston, Lincolnshire, and I'm a 3.5hr drive away in Frodsham, Cheshire. I dont drive, and to go on the train is just under £80 and 5 hours each way!! I'd have to go on the train with my three yr old too, and am 34 weeks pregnant, and carrying chickens.... it aint gonna happen!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJChick Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 Hi Once a racing pigeon was lost here and the owner sent a company called Amtrak to pick it up and take it home. They came with a little box with holes in it so it was ok on the journey. I'm not sure if they still do it, or take chickens, but you could have a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollie333 Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 Hi Cally, Heres a website where there is adverts near and around Cheshire. I'm sure someone will have Polands. http://www.poultry.allotment.org.uk/poultry-suppliers/hen-for-sale-Cheshire.php Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallyChook Posted August 26, 2010 Author Share Posted August 26, 2010 thanks Mollie but I already gave the poultry allotment site a whirl There's just earl at Orchard Poultry that i havent contacted yet, just because i tried phoning before and got no reply and he has no internet contact details! Bev's rare breeds listed on there are great, she reared my croad cockerel and I got three silkie chicks from Victoria's poultry a while back, but at the mo looks like no poland pullets for sale! I had a lady in Berks tell me I'd make a fortune if I started breeding polands here in the NW because it's reknown for lacking in that particular breed, if only I had the space I'd love to.... especially the silver laced..... Chicken dreams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallyChook Posted August 26, 2010 Author Share Posted August 26, 2010 Hi Once a racing pigeon was lost here and the owner sent a company called Amtrak to pick it up and take it home. They came with a little box with holes in it so it was ok on the journey. I'm not sure if they still do it, or take chickens, but you could have a look. just had a look and found from a pigeon fancier's forum that 3 yr ago the EU banned Amtrak from transporting birds i have now however found www.poultry2u.co.uk and someone on bird trader called tony jolliffe. I've not investigated too far into either of these but they both look promising if pricey! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dixie chick Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 The place I got my hens in Cheshire had black Polands - 'Garden Hens' near Great Budworth - only about 20 mins from Frodsham. You could try giving her a ring .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
migsy Posted August 26, 2010 Share Posted August 26, 2010 You can also get Polands from these places http://www.storrspoultry.co.uk/prices.php http://www.happychicks.co.uk/mall/infopageviewer.cfm/Happychicksshop/CHICKENSHENSForSale Hope you find what you want ps. Good luck with the baby. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tweety Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 I don't know of a courier service for hens, but there is a rare breed poultry sale at Chelford market on the 18th September. I have seen Polands there in the past, so it may be worth a visit if you can't get any before then. It might also be worth looking in the breeder's directory in Practical Poultry magazine to see if there are any nearer to you. Good Luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted August 27, 2010 Share Posted August 27, 2010 Give the Poland Club a call, they will hold a list of breeders and who breeds what colours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CallyChook Posted August 28, 2010 Author Share Posted August 28, 2010 The place I got my hens in Cheshire had black Polands - 'Garden Hens' near Great Budworth - only about 20 mins from Frodsham. You could try giving her a ring .... oooh, I know Jackie I got my very first chickens ever from her (all but the cockerel still going strong in my back yard) didn't know she had polands I will give her an email. Gonna give Earl at orchard poultry another ring too later. Mollie, I tried happy chicks and noticed they charged £45 per bird.... ouch! Everyone else I tried has said £15-20. if i buy 4 plus courier my hubby will never forgive me! will check Storrs now Right, off out for me to go paint the inside of a shed in brilliant white exterior gloss i might have to follow hippychick's example and paint clouds on the ceiling.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 Details of the Poland Club - like I said, they will hold a list of breeders. Its a good time to buy, most serious show breeders will be going through their stock deciding what to keep and what to sell about now The Poland Club Contact: Mrs. Amelia Richardson. Tel: 01935 827845 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daxigirl Posted August 28, 2010 Share Posted August 28, 2010 Have you tried Preloved, they have all sorts of breeds for sale on their nationwide. That's where mine came from. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
