johnandkymberley Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 Hi, we oh wasnt keen on black rocks, but now loves them! so i said he can have 2 for xmas (but i was thinking the same thing the other day, so will prob be sooner!!!) I live in nottingham, same distance to notts and derby city centre, does anyone know a good breeder etc of black rocks and how much is reasonable? thanks xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abwsco Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 Have you looked at blackrockhens.co.uk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollie333 Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 http://www.sunnysidepoultry.co.uk/ £13. They are 'Black Stars' which i think are the same as Black rocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted May 7, 2011 Share Posted May 7, 2011 Black Rocks are the 'ultimate' hybrid, they shouldnt be confused with similarly named birds Only official Black Rock suppliers can sell them, you may have to travel I know someone in the Bucks/Herts area that has them Expect to pay £20 or so each If its just the looks you are after then there are any number of hybrids that look quite similar - Westaway Poultry may have them - I think they are in Notts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lavenders_Blue Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 If its just the looks you are after then there are any number of hybrids that look quite similar - Westaway Poultry may have them - I think they are in Notts Westaway Poultry are in Rutland, just down the road from me! Unless there's another Westaway, of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 Doh sorry i guessed too far north! They have a great reputation though so worth a call if you get stuck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
migsy Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 Black Rocks are the 'ultimate' hybrid, they shouldnt be confused with similarly named birds Only official Black Rock suppliers can sell them, you may have to travel http://www.happychicks.co.uk/mall/infopageviewer.cfm/Happychicksshop/CHICKENSHENSForSale I got my Black Rock from this place and they deliver, although I collected her. She is fab - head chook. Very bossy and tells my cat off if she wanders too close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redwing Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 I'd be worried that they list these as Blackrock/Rhode Rock The correct name is Black Rock There are similar hybrids about they arent the same thing so if you want the genuine article double check before you buy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnandkymberley Posted May 8, 2011 Author Share Posted May 8, 2011 Hi, so the ones on http://www.happychicks.co.uk/mall/infopageviewer.cfm/Happychicksshop/CHICKENSHENSForSale Are they real black rocks? Thanksxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
migsy Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 They should not sell them as Black Rocks if they are not the genuine article. I will email them and find out. I bought mine as a Black Rock - maybe I am too trusting, but I will check and let you know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
migsy Posted May 8, 2011 Share Posted May 8, 2011 OK - Just checked with Blackrockhens.co.uk Happy chicks is supplied with Black Rock chicks and is an authorised agent for them. http://www.theblackrockhatchery.co.uk/agents.htm Johnandkimberley - yes, they are real. I have to admit that my BR looks the best hen in terms of size, stature and perkiness out of mine. She is very strong as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
