Martin B Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 As some of you know, I was involved with a Battery Hen Rescue in Worcester today. It's been a glorious day, I met the regulars ( ) at the Stratford Farmers Market and then was whizzed over to Worcester to help out at John and Monica Hall's cottage. 240 hens were rescued today, and as far as battery hens go they were in pretty good condition. There was one that had a tumour so that is now in the henspital. One person who owns a garden centre had 100 of the hens, so we were down to almost half of the rescued number straight away, this bloke was very ala Jimmy, and is housing his 100 hens with his current 10 in a caravan! The majority of people arrived between 12 and 2 as they were told to do so. Here are some very happy customers. The hens laid so many eggs, in the several hours that they were there we had in excess of 50 eggs! I have taken a few home to compare them with my load. Here are the eggs laid between 10 and 11 am. I bet you want to see some hens now.... The ones above are about 100 of those rescued today, the ones below are fully rehabillitated ex batts. Here are some of the chickens on the trailer. That's me and one of the more oven ready folk! Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harveypup Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 What a wonderfully rewarding day, you should be very proud of yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Well done martin, finally eh! See you tomorrow! BBxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Martin you did a stunning job, im really proud of you! What a terrible photo of me! I cant remember what i was chatting with Monica about then - i look like the hunch back that has been hit with a shovel! Glad you had a fab day Martin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina C Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Well done Martin - lovely photos (well you could have picked a more flattering one of Emma ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 well done Martin . What great photos! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin B Posted May 19, 2007 Author Share Posted May 19, 2007 Thanks everyone! This was the best picture of Emma I had! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theherd123 Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 This was the best picture of Emma I had! Its the worst one i have ever seen! I know im not photogenic but good Lord! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cate in NZ Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Well done Martin It's hard work isn't it, but a truly wonderful experience. Worthwhile too. I hope you enjoyed yourself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Well done Martin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bronze Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 You must have same great recipes for thins with eggs theyre great photos. I'll bear in mind that when I picture Emma she doesnt look like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen & co. Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Well done Martin, and everyone else for doing such a wonderful job karen x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Great pics Martin and well done for all your hard work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 Well done to you too Martin Have you taken any of the rescue hens home with you? I bet there's not that many lads of your age who spent the day like you did You should be very proud of yourself We'll see you tomorrow as well and congratulate you in person Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin B Posted May 19, 2007 Author Share Posted May 19, 2007 Thanks for your kind words! No rescue hens have come home! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted May 19, 2007 Share Posted May 19, 2007 (edited) Well done Martin! A great way to spend your day. Will chat more tomorrow about it! Edited May 22, 2007 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AMO Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Well Done you! I would be happy to help if you ever need assistance with another day like this. You are a Chook Hero! AMO x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buffie Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Hi Amo there are lots of ways you can help check out the BHWT website www.bhwt.org.uk BBx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lindsay Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Just looked at your pics Martin ... they're great! What a fantastic job you all did. I've just adopted a hen from BHWT called Lady. Keep up the good work! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
florence-freda Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 I have kept poultry for last 10 years in my back garden and am down to 2 as the fox got in. Our pen is now fox proof but hens are let out in garden under supervision! Are you rescuing any more battery hens this summer? If so I would like 3. It would be convenient to pick them up in Worcs rather than travel to Gordano Services. If you can't help me perhaps you have some useful local contacts who could supply me. Thank you, Jenny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted July 23, 2011 Share Posted July 23, 2011 This is a very old thread florence -freda. Why not contact your local BHWT co-ordinator? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
