hasnett Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 we got our chickens a week ago and we adore them, i want to make them as comfortable and as happy as possible - can anyone recomend a good chicken book? I have bantams by the way thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jools Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 I haven't actually got this book (yet) but I would imagine it does the job http://www.omlet.co.uk/shop/shop.php?cat=Books&sub=Chicken&product_id=97 I have just got this one, but I haven't had time to read it yet http://www.hamlyn.co.uk/hamlyn/display.asp?isb=0600614387& Actually, there are too many to choose from. You might do better to wander into a Waterstones or whatever bookshop you have nearby and have a browse before choosing! Bet you don't stop at one book though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 I have both of those Jools (and lots more) Hasnett, I recommend the second one, by chris graham (sorry Johannes ) The one by Johannes is very good, but quite basic. The other has lots of photos too, so you can choose your next batch of hens! (you know you want more)!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starboyhull Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 We have that book, its not bad at all, athough there is far more information on this site......Its very basic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 Try this http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Teach-yourself-keeping-poultry-by-Victoria-Roberts_W0QQitemZ260135485755QQihZ016QQcategoryZ46292QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem I have a copy and it is quite good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Christian Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 Thanks Egluntine! That must be the only one I haven't got! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arowland17 Posted July 5, 2007 Share Posted July 5, 2007 I noticed you're in London, where did you get your bantams from if you don't mind me asking? I'm based in Surrey and have been told about one local place to me in Ligh"Ooops, word censored!"er, although when I emailed asking what was available they said they don't know as demand is high... not very helpful, we only wanted an idea as we are away until the end of july so thought we'd wait unti lthen to get them - anyway, after all that, we're on the lookout for a breeder of bantams, we're after 3, and would like a choice of different types if possible so any suggestions welcome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hasnett Posted July 6, 2007 Author Share Posted July 6, 2007 Thanks everyone, i'll let you know which ones i get - once i've read them i'll be happy to book share..?? Arowland17 we got our Bantams from: 07739 514624 / 01371 878909 Contact Us Postal Address for all correspondance; Hens For Homes, 48 Waldgrooms, Great Dunmow, Essex, CM6 1DZ Telephone - 07739 514624 / 01371 878909 email - kirsty@hensforhomes.co.uk Farm Address for viewing / collections BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Happy Hens, Three Acres, Bran End, Stebbing, Essex, CM6 3RJ Visitors STRICTLY by appointment only - please see 'contact' page for directions. email - happyhens4@hotmail.co.uk Kirsty was really helpful and had loads of chicks and POL to choose from. Her hens were really happy too. (She also has hybrids & an alien looking giant turkey!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 That Hamlyn book is very good. Also try this http://omlet.co.uk/shop/shop.php?cat=Books&sub=Chicken&product_id=436 Lots of info and great pictures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arowland17 Posted July 6, 2007 Share Posted July 6, 2007 Thanks for the details of hens for homes - I think they're just a bit too far away from us unfortunately - making the OH drive over 1.5 hours to pick up the eglu we won on ebay, don't think he'd be impressed if I said we had to make another 2 hour trip to pick up chickens for it too!! never mind, I'm going to keep searching locally! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 Arrowland, if you don't like the sound of in Ligh"Ooops, word censored!"er, Christian sent me details on another post of a place just over the border in Hampshire. I'll see if I can find it, apparently they're very nice. Mrs B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 found it. http://www.hollywaterhens.co.uk/ courtesy of Christian, never been there myself but apparently they're nice Mrs B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeckyBoo Posted July 7, 2007 Share Posted July 7, 2007 except, just been to the website and it says they're closed! Due to serious illness, hope they get better soon! Mrs B - of no help at all! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
