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FEATURE - Stylischer Hühnerstall in London
Londoners are falling for chickens. Henhouses are appearing on rooftops, balconies, canal boat decks and in suburban gardens, largely thanks to the Eglu Classic, a cosy home for two or more chickens, that at about £485 including a run, has become a top buy this spring.
Every hen keeper will tell you that nothing beats a fresh breakfast egg from a contented, well-fed and cared-for hen, and Sara Ward knows more about city chickens than most. Founder of Hen Corner, at her home in Brentford, west London, she holds day courses for hundreds of aspiring London hen keepers every year and hosts talks for schoolchildren, or as part of corporate events. The Ward family's garden is about an eighth of an acre and has an established apple tree for making cider. Sara also has two beehives, two veg patches, a blackberry bush, and now 18 hens of various breeds. Pure-breed hens start laying around Valentine's Day, going through to November. Hybrid hens lay all year round. Eggshells vary in colour according to breed, from white, to blue, green or brown. Each hen has its own personality. Sara's oldest bird, a nine-year-old Cream Legbar named Pearl, is "private and elegant", says Sara. "But some breeds, like the Pekins, are very sweet and happy to be stroked and cuddled. Hybrids are a bit flightier, they jump and flap a bit more".
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FEATURE - Stylischer Hühnerstall in London
Londoners are falling for chickens. Henhouses are appearing on rooftops, balconies, canal boat decks and in suburban gardens, largely thanks to the Eglu Classic, a cosy home for two or more chickens, that at about £485 including a run, has become a top buy this spring.
Every hen keeper will tell you that nothing beats a fresh breakfast egg from a contented, well-fed and cared-for hen, and Sara Ward knows more about city chickens than most. Founder of Hen Corner, at her home in Brentford, west London, she holds day courses for hundreds of aspiring London hen keepers every year and hosts talks for schoolchildren, or as part of corporate events. The Ward family's garden is about an eighth of an acre and has an established apple tree for making cider. Sara also has two beehives, two veg patches, a blackberry bush, and now 18 hens of various breeds. Pure-breed hens start laying around Valentine's Day, going through to November. Hybrid hens lay all year round. Eggshells vary in colour according to breed, from white, to blue, green or brown. Each hen has its own personality. Sara's oldest bird, a nine-year-old Cream Legbar named Pearl, is "private and elegant", says Sara. "But some breeds, like the Pekins, are very sweet and happy to be stroked and cuddled. Hybrids are a bit flightier, they jump and flap a bit more".
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FEATURE - Stylischer Hühnerstall in London
Londoners are falling for chickens. Henhouses are appearing on rooftops, balconies, canal boat decks and in suburban gardens, largely thanks to the Eglu Classic, a cosy home for two or more chickens, that at about £485 including a run, has become a top buy this spring.
Every hen keeper will tell you that nothing beats a fresh breakfast egg from a contented, well-fed and cared-for hen, and Sara Ward knows more about city chickens than most. Founder of Hen Corner, at her home in Brentford, west London, she holds day courses for hundreds of aspiring London hen keepers every year and hosts talks for schoolchildren, or as part of corporate events. The Ward family's garden is about an eighth of an acre and has an established apple tree for making cider. Sara also has two beehives, two veg patches, a blackberry bush, and now 18 hens of various breeds. Pure-breed hens start laying around Valentine's Day, going through to November. Hybrid hens lay all year round. Eggshells vary in colour according to breed, from white, to blue, green or brown. Each hen has its own personality. Sara's oldest bird, a nine-year-old Cream Legbar named Pearl, is "private and elegant", says Sara. "But some breeds, like the Pekins, are very sweet and happy to be stroked and cuddled. Hybrids are a bit flightier, they jump and flap a bit more".
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FEATURE - Stylischer Hühnerstall in London
Londoners are falling for chickens. Henhouses are appearing on rooftops, balconies, canal boat decks and in suburban gardens, largely thanks to the Eglu Classic, a cosy home for two or more chickens, that at about £485 including a run, has become a top buy this spring.
Every hen keeper will tell you that nothing beats a fresh breakfast egg from a contented, well-fed and cared-for hen, and Sara Ward knows more about city chickens than most. Founder of Hen Corner, at her home in Brentford, west London, she holds day courses for hundreds of aspiring London hen keepers every year and hosts talks for schoolchildren, or as part of corporate events. The Ward family's garden is about an eighth of an acre and has an established apple tree for making cider. Sara also has two beehives, two veg patches, a blackberry bush, and now 18 hens of various breeds. Pure-breed hens start laying around Valentine's Day, going through to November. Hybrid hens lay all year round. Eggshells vary in colour according to breed, from white, to blue, green or brown. Each hen has its own personality. Sara's oldest bird, a nine-year-old Cream Legbar named Pearl, is "private and elegant", says Sara. "But some breeds, like the Pekins, are very sweet and happy to be stroked and cuddled. Hybrids are a bit flightier, they jump and flap a bit more".
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'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2015 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - Dec 2014
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Stewart News/REX (4275555p)
Hens looking at the 2015 Nice Pecks calendar
'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2015 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - Dec 2014
*Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pq13
Hens the length and breadth of Britain are going cock a hoop for a bizarre new calendar - starring cockerels. The poultry pin-ups appear in the new 'Nice Pecks 2015' calendar created by the Happy Egg Company. This year the theme is sports, with the photos taken by sports photographer Ian Derry, and the end results are sure to spread egg-xcitement amongst hens everywhere. The annual calendars, for poultry farmers, are intended to have pecks-appeal for hens, who are said to feel calmer and safer in the presence of the male birds. The company claims that its soothing hen-tertainment could help them produce better quality eggs.
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'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2015 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - Dec 2014
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Stewart News/REX (4275555q)
Hens looking at the 2015 Nice Pecks calendar
'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2015 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - Dec 2014
*Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pq13
Hens the length and breadth of Britain are going cock a hoop for a bizarre new calendar - starring cockerels. The poultry pin-ups appear in the new 'Nice Pecks 2015' calendar created by the Happy Egg Company. This year the theme is sports, with the photos taken by sports photographer Ian Derry, and the end results are sure to spread egg-xcitement amongst hens everywhere. The annual calendars, for poultry farmers, are intended to have pecks-appeal for hens, who are said to feel calmer and safer in the presence of the male birds. The company claims that its soothing hen-tertainment could help them produce better quality eggs.
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'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2015 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - Dec 2014
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Stewart News/REX (4275555o)
Hens looking at the 2015 Nice Pecks calendar
'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2015 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - Dec 2014
*Full story: http://www.rexfeatures.com/nanolink/pq13
Hens the length and breadth of Britain are going cock a hoop for a bizarre new calendar - starring cockerels. The poultry pin-ups appear in the new 'Nice Pecks 2015' calendar created by the Happy Egg Company. This year the theme is sports, with the photos taken by sports photographer Ian Derry, and the end results are sure to spread egg-xcitement amongst hens everywhere. The annual calendars, for poultry farmers, are intended to have pecks-appeal for hens, who are said to feel calmer and safer in the presence of the male birds. The company claims that its soothing hen-tertainment could help them produce better quality eggs.
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Hen Racing World Championships, Barley Mow pub, Bonsall, Derbyshire, Britain - 03 Aug 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matthew Taylor / Rex Features (2760452a)
Racers unleash their hens at the start line of the Hen Racing World Championship
Hen Racing World Championships, Barley Mow pub, Bonsall, Derbyshire, Britain - 03 Aug 2013
The egg-centric tradition of hen racing has been held at the Barley Mow pub for almost a quarter of a century. Race co-organiser & landlord, David Wragg believes hen racing could date back to 1892 in the area when local villages competed against each other in the summer for fun.
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Hen Racing World Championships, Barley Mow pub, Bonsall, Derbyshire, Britain - 03 Aug 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matthew Taylor / Rex Features (2760452g)
Racers unleash their hens at the start line of the Hen Racing World Championship
Hen Racing World Championships, Barley Mow pub, Bonsall, Derbyshire, Britain - 03 Aug 2013
The egg-centric tradition of hen racing has been held at the Barley Mow pub for almost a quarter of a century. Race co-organiser & landlord, David Wragg believes hen racing could date back to 1892 in the area when local villages competed against each other in the summer for fun.
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Kingston and Zuma Visit the Petting Zoo
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Kingston and Zuma Visit the petting zoo at the Studio City Farmer's market where they spend time with goats, guinea pigs, hens and birds. Afterwards the boys finish off their trip with bags of popcorn.
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Hen Power initiative, which pairs older people in assisted living with their own chicken, Gateshead, Britain - Mar 2013
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Mark Henderson / Rex Features (2210300g)
'Hensioners' Prove They Aren't Chicken
A group of 'hensioners' are taking part in an innovative project that has seen them paired up with chickens.
The aim of the HenPower initiative is to help people - and particularly men - who are part of assisted living schemes to feel more engaged.
The 18-month long project has seen men and women from Gateshead equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to care for their very own hen.
As part of this participants have been involved in designing their own hen house, choosing which hens they like, learning how to care for them and how to rear chicks.
One of the main aims of HenPower is to encourage older people - with an emphasis on men - who live in supported housing to access activities which are socially engaging and relevant to them.
And it has proven to be such a success that there are now hopes to roll out the initiative across the country.
The Gateshead groups, who have affectionately become known as 'hensioners', have even started running 'hen road shows'.
This sees them take their learning to other older people and share with them firsthand their chicken related experiences
Douglas Hunter, Director of Equal Arts, who manages the project, says: "The project aims to improve the quality of life for older people and particularly older men who maybe isolated or lonely.
"Older men's first experience of care settings is often during a crises point. We want this to change and for older men to feel empowered and confident about any transition to living with care".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Mark Henderson / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/KHBVSRLCN (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2013 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - 10 Dec 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Stewart News / Rex Features (2017442h)
Hens Cock A Hoop Over New Calendar
Hens the length and breadth of Britain are going cock a hoop for a bizarre new calendar - starring cockerels.
The poultry pin-ups appear in the new 'Nice Pecks 2013' calendar created by the Happy Egg Company.
Over 100 cockerels 'auditioned' to have their photo taken and the end results are sure to spread egg-xcitement amongst hens everywhere.
The unusual calendar was inspired by research showing that hens feel calmer and safer in the company of cockerels, which results in better quality eggs.
Jean-Paul Michalski, a fieldsman for Happy Egg, said: 'We know that hens are calmer when they're around cockerels.
"But since we couldn't bring in the real deal, because the eggs we buy in the supermarket are not fertilised, we knew we had to take a slightly alternative approach.
"Hens are actually very visual creatures so that was when we decided to create the first ever cockerel calendar just for hens and see whether it made them happier".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Tim Stewart News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CQTECDRRU (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2013 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - 10 Dec 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Stewart News / Rex Features (2017442g)
Hens Cock A Hoop Over New Calendar
Hens the length and breadth of Britain are going cock a hoop for a bizarre new calendar - starring cockerels.
The poultry pin-ups appear in the new 'Nice Pecks 2013' calendar created by the Happy Egg Company.
Over 100 cockerels 'auditioned' to have their photo taken and the end results are sure to spread egg-xcitement amongst hens everywhere.
The unusual calendar was inspired by research showing that hens feel calmer and safer in the company of cockerels, which results in better quality eggs.
Jean-Paul Michalski, a fieldsman for Happy Egg, said: 'We know that hens are calmer when they're around cockerels.
"But since we couldn't bring in the real deal, because the eggs we buy in the supermarket are not fertilised, we knew we had to take a slightly alternative approach.
"Hens are actually very visual creatures so that was when we decided to create the first ever cockerel calendar just for hens and see whether it made them happier".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Tim Stewart News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CQTECDRRU (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2013 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - 10 Dec 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Stewart News / Rex Features (2017442f)
Hens Cock A Hoop Over New Calendar
Hens the length and breadth of Britain are going cock a hoop for a bizarre new calendar - starring cockerels.
The poultry pin-ups appear in the new 'Nice Pecks 2013' calendar created by the Happy Egg Company.
Over 100 cockerels 'auditioned' to have their photo taken and the end results are sure to spread egg-xcitement amongst hens everywhere.
The unusual calendar was inspired by research showing that hens feel calmer and safer in the company of cockerels, which results in better quality eggs.
Jean-Paul Michalski, a fieldsman for Happy Egg, said: 'We know that hens are calmer when they're around cockerels.
"But since we couldn't bring in the real deal, because the eggs we buy in the supermarket are not fertilised, we knew we had to take a slightly alternative approach.
"Hens are actually very visual creatures so that was when we decided to create the first ever cockerel calendar just for hens and see whether it made them happier".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Tim Stewart News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CQTECDRRU (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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'Nice Pecks' Calendar 2013 featuring cockerels by the Happy Egg Company, Britain - 10 Dec 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Tim Stewart News / Rex Features (2017442e)
Hens Cock A Hoop Over New Calendar
Hens the length and breadth of Britain are going cock a hoop for a bizarre new calendar - starring cockerels.
The poultry pin-ups appear in the new 'Nice Pecks 2013' calendar created by the Happy Egg Company.
Over 100 cockerels 'auditioned' to have their photo taken and the end results are sure to spread egg-xcitement amongst hens everywhere.
The unusual calendar was inspired by research showing that hens feel calmer and safer in the company of cockerels, which results in better quality eggs.
Jean-Paul Michalski, a fieldsman for Happy Egg, said: 'We know that hens are calmer when they're around cockerels.
"But since we couldn't bring in the real deal, because the eggs we buy in the supermarket are not fertilised, we knew we had to take a slightly alternative approach.
"Hens are actually very visual creatures so that was when we decided to create the first ever cockerel calendar just for hens and see whether it made them happier".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Tim Stewart News / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/CQTECDRRU (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715f)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715d)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715g)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715e)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715i)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715j)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715h)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
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Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715b)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Former battery hens wear knitted jumpers to keep warm, Hadleigh, Suffolk, Britain - 26 Jan 2012
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features (1557715a)
Battery Hens Kept Warm By Woolly 'Chickinis'
The weather may be chilly but these rescue chickens are keeping snug and warm thanks to their stylish 'chickinis'.
The hens were rescued from battery farms by the British Hens Welfare Trust and now live with Dianne Curson and her daughter Sarah in Hadleigh, Suffolk.
When the hens arrived in December they were almost completely bald - a common complaint for battery hens.
Mum-of-two Dianne, 47, explained: "Battery hens live in appalling conditions, cooped up, unable to move and in complete darkness.
"Is it any wonder they turn and peck each other to death.
"When they were rescued they were bald, anaemic and unable to walk. They'd lived in heated barns and I was worried that they wouldn't survive outside".
So resourceful Dianne searched the internet for a solution to the hen's plight and discovered a knitting pattern to make woolly 'jumpers' for them.
She then recruited a willing army of friends who happily agreed to get clicking.
Now the featherless flock is decked out in gaily coloured woolly vests that keep off the winter chill.
Dianne said: "They've literally been life-savers. We call them 'chick-inis' and they've kept my girls warm.
"In the last month they've really started to thrive. Their feathers are growing back and they're regaining the use of their legs. It's wonderful to see them improve.
"The chickinis have been a great success and it's been great to see the girls finally get a chance to strut their stuff with pride!"
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Albanpix Ltd / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/VMUJMGESR (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Britain's 'last battery hen' Liberty given new home at British Hen Welfare Trust farm in Chulmleigh, Devon, Britain - 29 Dec 2011
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Britain's 'Last Battery Hen' Gets New Home
Britain's 'last battery hen' is all set to enjoy a well earned retirement after being given a home on a farm in Devon.
'Liberty' will live out her days at the British Hen Welfare Trust's base in Chulmleigh where she will be cared for by founder Jane Howorth.
A newly introduced EU Directive has banned the barren (battery) cage system and egg producers are now required to provide hens with larger cages.
Under the new regulations, these new cages must provide 750 square centimetres of space for each bird - enough so they can spread their wings and perch.
In comparison, the old-style cages had just 550 square centimetres of space - less than a sheet of A4 paper.
British egg farmers have invested an estimated GBP 400million to comply with the new rules.
Unable to fit as many chickens in one cage as previously, in the run up to the rules being implemented on 1 January many looked to get rid of chickens that were past their prime.
In response the British Hen Welfare Trust launched an appeal to re-home many of these animals rather than see them sent to the slaughterhouse.
Jane hoped that the appeal would find homes for around 6,000 hens but after a positive response around 15,000 birds have actually been saved.
Liberty will now enjoy her retirement along with 60 other ex-battery hens at the Trust's farm.
Jane commented: "Today is a major milestone in the life of the commercial laying hen in Britain and I'm pleased that improved welfare changes are being implemented.
"It's an emotional day for us at the British Hen Welfare Trust, as one chapter closes and a new one begins".
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
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Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall looks at some chickens when she visits the Medina in Fez, MOROCCO-06/04/2011./Credit:HUSSEIN SAMIR/SIPA/1104070930 (FOTO: DUKAS/SIPA)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795l )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795k )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795j )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795h )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795f )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795i )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795g )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795d )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Rex Features ( 1298795e )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795b )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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Chicken Hotel, where owners leave their chickens when they go on holiday, Helston, Cornwall, Britain - 16 Mar 2011
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Barry Gomer / Rex Features ( 1298795c )
Fowlty Towers
An unusual hotel is hoping to soothe the ruffled feathers of chicken lovers by providing home away from home comforts for their beloved birds.
The Chicken Hotel was set up by owner David Roberts on his farm in Helston, Cornwall.
The establishment offers a five-star service for picky poultry while their owners are away on holiday.
Dave, 31, came up with the eggs-tradordinary idea in response to the growing popularity for people to rear their own hens.
At first the apparently zany concept had some people calling fowl - thinking it was all a joke.
However, Dave, who is helped by Ariel Roukaerts, 31, now runs a thriving business offering accommodation for chickens and bantams.
During the day the feathered 'guests' range freely in the fox-proof grounds before being rounded and put to bed in their luxury coops at night.
A former cabinet-maker, David Roberts built the plush accommodation himself.
Rates start at GBP 2 per coop per night plus 75p per chicken, which includes the cost of feed.
Dave transports the birds to and from their homes if the owners require it, and even offers a nursery for chicks and an incubation service for eggs that need hatching.
According to Dave the idea has proven to be so popular that the Chicken Hotel has bookings for as far away as Christmas.
MUST CREDIT PHOTOS BY: Barry Gomer / Rex Features
For more information visit http://www.rexfeatures.com/stacklink/QAHQZNWTW (FOTO:DUKAS/REX)
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'Yuck! The Things People Eat' Food Project - Nov 2010
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Yuck! The Things People Eat
One man has made it his mission to taste disgusting delicacies around the world.
Neil Setchfield's 'Yuck! The Things People Eat' project has seen him try unusual foods ranging from fried songbird in Cambodia to pigs brain in the Philippines.
The artfully photographed results of his brave culinary journey have been collected in a book of the same name.
Neil explains: "A couple of years ago I was walking through a market in Cambodia when I came across a stall selling stir fried tarantulas. I took some photographs but they didn't really convey the reality of what was a huge bucket piled high with a crispy gelatinous mass of cooked black spiders. So I bought some, as you do, not really sure whether to eat or to photograph. In the end I did both - the spiders tasted mainly of the spicy sauce they were cooked in - but when I looked at them in all their gory detail through the camera with a macro lens I just knew I had a interesting project.
"The reaction to the photographs was just as inspiring. Whilst everyone back in London went "YUCK!", when I showed them the pictures, in Cambodia the natural response was "YUM!". Whilst one nation was appalled the other was just peckish. And this became the entire premise of the project, how differing cultures react to different types of food.
"But the spiders were just the beginning and now three years later I've eaten and photographed everything from wild grey squirrel in the north of England to roast guinea pig in Peru, from sheep's penis and black scorpion kebabs in China to kangaroos tail in Australia. And that's just a fraction of the whole.
"What I've come to realise is that some people somewhere will eat every single bit of every creature they can catch and cook - and someti...
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Ireland - Aug 2010
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Urban Ark handmade henhouse, Ballymaloe Cookery School, County Cork, Ireland
Ireland - Aug 2010
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Lady in her allotment holding a hat containing a variety of free range eggs that she has collected from her hens. AGRICULTURE
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Scotland, Britain - 2009
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Two hens cling to a branch having climbed a tree.
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Ibague COLOMBIA
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