SO FAR WE HAVE REHOMED HENS

Coronavirus might have stopped us from rehoming but we can still be there for your hens

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COVID-19 AND REHOMING
Thank you to everyone who has contacted us asking when we will be in a position to start rehoming again. Currently all new registrations are on hold in order to cope with the volume of enquiries, but we will open registrations again w/c 1st June.

In the meantime, we are working closely with our volunteer teams and farmers to ensure the safest and most efficient way to start up again adhering to government guidelines and social distancing regulations. We have learned valuable lessons from two authorised hen collections undertaken during lockdown in Cornwall and Scotland, and were able to rehome hens on welfare grounds.

Please keep checking our website and social media posts for updated information. We will be getting our hands on hens again soon, and whilst they’re currently waiting patiently in their cages, they are so looking forward to starting a new life in your back garden…

Thanks for your patience, and support. We couldn’t do what we do without you.

What we do

Rehome Hens

Each year we save over 50,000 hens from slaughter and find them caring pet homes through 40 regional pop-up centres so they can enjoy a free range retirement.

Improve Pet Hen Health

Our Hen Health pages contain information and guidance and along with our Hen Helpline service provides assistance and support for pet hen keepers.

Education Programme

Our Education Programme offers accessible, curriculum-supporting resources to schools to help pupils explore food, farming and animal welfare topics.

Demelza

"In summer Demelza enjoys sunbathing in the morning sun, returning to the shade as it gets warmer. She often indulges in a quick snooze, but makes sure to lie on her corn to stop not only the other hens, but also the colony of sparrows that live in the rafters of our cottage from helping themselves to a snack. She certainly seems to be enjoying her retirement!"

Kentucky

"She’s been part of the family for three years, along with up to nine other girls. She has a big personality and when treats are scattered she prefers chasing the others away rather than eating. She behaves like a dog, following humans and chasing our cats around the garden. Being nosy, a vantage point like the bird bath is perfect."

The girls

"The ladies enjoying a stroll in the garden. They are now all fully feathered and quite tame. We have daily snuggles, though some are more affectionate than others. My cat has resigned herself to the fact that these are the new ladies of the house, and garden, and that she must keep well out of their way!"

How you can help

Become a regular giver

Sponsor a hen

Join our Egg Club

Send us a photo

Make a one-off donation

Help to raise funds

Get involved with the BHWT

Our volunteers are one of the most vital parts of the charity, generously donating their time and energy.
If you would like to be involved in our work, there are lots of ways your help can really make a difference and we would love to hear from you.

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Here you will find everything you need to give your hens a wonderful new home.
We stock a range of products to help you care for your hens, all of which have been tried and tested by our re-homers across the country.
We have a great range of hen keeping equipment, health products and accessories, so everything you need to keep your girls happy.