Bantams Available to Preorder - April 2026
Pekin and Silkie bantam hens are now available from Brae Croft. These 16-week-old hens are ready to join their new flocks.
These bantam breeds are an excellent choice for families and smallholders. They are calm, friendly, and beautiful birds with gentle temperaments. In addition to making lovely pets, they lay small to medium eggs.
More information on the specific breeds below! To purchase your new birds, please use the button below to contact us.
Other breeds and types of poultry will be available throughout the breeding season.
Limited availability, so be quick!
Pekin Bantams
Renowned for their calm and friendly nature, Pekin Bantams are well suited to families, hobby keepers, and those seeking a manageable breed. They are reliable layers of small eggs.
Our Pekins are carefully bred to a high standard, with a strong focus on health, type, and temperament. All birds are ready to thrive in their new homes.
There are a variety of colours available, get in touch for more infomation.
Silkie Bantams
White Silkie Bantams are instantly recognisable for their soft, cloud-like plumage, feathered feet, and striking appearance. Known for their gentle, calm, and affectionate nature, Silkies make wonderful pets and are especially popular with families and hobby keepers.
They are renowned for their broody instincts and make excellent mothers, while also providing small to medium eggs. Their unique look and friendly temperament make them a standout addition to any flock.
Hybrids Chickens
Available May 2026
Bluebells · Lohmann Browns · Hybrid Leghorns · Hybrid Light Sussex · Hybrid Coucou Marans
These birds are known for their excellent laying ability and strong health, making them an ideal choice for any flock!
Hens will be ready for collection or delivery in May 2026.
For those seeking pure breed poultry, these birds will become available throughout in the breeding season.
Our Brae Croft Breeding Groups 2026
Our breeding groups have been meticulously curated, bringing together exceptional quality stock from across the UK.
Hatching eggs, chicks, growers, and point of lay birds will be available throughout the season. All of the breeds listed below will be available alongside our hybrids and other birds that I hatch in small numbers (some of which are not listed here).
I also work with many other breeders to buy hatching eggs and birds, ensuring there is a continuous supply of new breeding lines within the breeding groups and available for my customers. I also like to mix things up occasionally by purchasing a few special eggs or birds to offer a little extra variety!
Chocolate Orpingtons
The Chocolate Orpington is known for its calm, friendly nature. If you are looking for a freindly, gentle giant then these are perfect for you! These large birds are hardy, easy to manage, and lay a good number of light brown eggs. While the chocolate colour is a modern variety, the Orpington itself is a traditional British breed recognised by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust as part of the UK’s native poultry heritage programme. Their unique colouring makes them a standout addition to any flock.
Silver Laced Orpingtons
The Silver Laced Orpington boasts all the same wonderful qualities as the Chocolate Orpington’s — friendly, calm, hardy, and with a great laying ability. What sets them apart is their striking colouring. Each feather is beautifully edged in silver against a black background, giving them a truly eye-catching appearance. These birds make a stunning addition to any flock while still offering the gentle temperament Orpingtons are so well known for.
White Pekin Bantams
With their pure white plumage, round fluffy appearance, and heavily feathered feet, they are a real favourite of mine. Pekins are well known for their calm, friendly temperament, making them ideal for families, beginners, and smaller gardens. Despite their small size, they have big personalities and are often very tame. White Pekin Bantams are also reliable layers of small tinted eggs and can make excellent broody hens, perfect for naturally hatching chicks.
Bantam Gold and Blue Partridge Brahmas
The Bantam Brahma is a beautiful small version of the impressively massive Brahma chicken. These birds are hardy, friendly additions. I have Blue Brahma Bantams and Gold Partridge Brahma Bantams available. These are two separate colour varieties, each with their own unique and striking feather patterns. Both share the same wonderful Brahma characteristics — calm nature, attractive feathering, and a robust build.
Mixed Colour Seramas
Our mixed group of Seramas offers a delightful collection of colours of the world’s smallest true bantam chickens. These tiny birds are full of personality, incredibly friendly, and easy to handle, making them perfect for families, beginners, or anyone looking for a fun, interactive flock. Each bird is unique, with a variety of colours hatching. Despite their small size, they are relatively hardy, active, and inquisitive. Whether you’re starting a collection or just want some entertaining little companions, these mixed Seramas are sure to brighten your day!
Silkie Bantams
The Silkie Bantam is a distinctive small breed, easily recognised by its soft, fluffy plumage and feathered feet. They are calm, friendly, and easy to handle, making them a good choice for both beginners and families. Silkies are hardy birds, lay small, light-colored eggs, and often go broody, making them excellent mothers. Their unique appearance and gentle nature make them a cute and charming addition to any flock.
Call Ducks
Call Ducks are small, lively ducks known for their friendly and curious nature. Call Ducks are excellent foragers and are often kept for their charming personality and attractive appearance. Despite their small size, they are active and social. They also come in a variety of colours, adding variety to your duck collection.
We have a mixed breeding groups currently, white, magpie and mallard.
Crested Ducks
A favourite of mine - they are just so funny to watch! Easily recognised by the distinctive feathered crest on its head. They are hardy, easy to keep, and adapt well to both small and larger flocks. Crested Ducks are active foragers, good layers of medium-sized eggs, and make charming additions to any garden or pond setup. Their unique appearance and gentle nature make them a favourite with both beginners and experienced keepers.
Shetland Geese
They are highly sociable birds that get along well with other poultry. Shetlands are excellent foragers, helping to keep grass and weeds under control, and they are reliable layers of white eggs.
This breed is listed by the Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) as a native UK breed of conservation concern, reflecting its rarity and historical importance. Shetland Geese are well adapted to harsh weather and mature quickly. Their compact size, gentle temperament, and attractive grey or pied plumage make them a popular choice for both hobby keepers and breeders looking to conserve traditional British breeds.
Coturnix Quail
Coturnix Quail are small, hardy, and fast-growing birds. They are easy to care for (as long as you know the basics of quail keeping) they are adaptable to indoor or outdoor setups, and excellent layers of small eggs. Coturnix Quail are active, curious, and social, making them fun to watch and handle. Their compact size and rapid growth also make them ideal for breeding projects or for those looking to start small scale egg production.
Guinea Fowl
We have Guinea Fowl in a variety of colours. Hardy and active, they are excellent foragers and natural tick controllers, helping keep your garden pest-free. Sociable, and striking in appearance, they make a great addition to any flock. Particularly suited to free ranging when possible.
