Hoar Park Children’s Farm And Saddlery, Hoar Park Farm, Ansley, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV10 0QU
Tel: 02476 398334 Email: info@hoarparkfarm.com
We have 12 colours of Pekin.
Click on each icon for a bigger picture to see which colours you like best.
Pekin chickens are very curious and friendly and have a comical appearance. They are only pint sized so are often great as a starter chicken for families.
Life span 5-
Breed History:
The buff colour was first recognised in the 1920’s. Not as well known as the Light Sussex but just as productive and pretty.
Temperament: Happy and adventurous.
Utility: Layer/ Ornamental
Egg Colour: Tinted Brown
Breed History:
The Poland is a very old breed, this colour being a later addition. They have a very comical appearance and are very different.
Temperament:
Calm but Active, can be nervous as can’t they see very well.
Utility: Ornamental
Quite a delicate breed
Egg Colour: Whitish
Breed History:
The Poland is a very old breed, this colour being one of the originals. They have a very comical appearance and are very different.
Temperament:
Calm but Active, can be nervous as can’t they see very well.
Utility: Ornamental
Quite a delicate breed
Egg Colour: Whitish
Breed History:
Breed from the lines of the Rhode Island Red to make a very different bird. Early maturation, quick feathering and plumpness.
Temperament:
Active forager and sensible.
A hardy little breed
Egg Colour: Tinted Brown
Breed History:
Originated in the 1920’s is the miniaturised version of the Light Sussex. Have been highly bred for looks instead of use.
Temperament:
Friendly, inquisitive and calm.
A hardy little breed.
Egg Colour: Pale Cream
Breed History:
First imported in the late 1920’s they are a miniaturised version of the large fowl.
Temperament:
Steady and Docile.
Utility: Ornamental
Egg Colour: Tinted
Breed History:
The Australian Orpington, believed to encompass the best of the Orpington. This is the miniaturised version.
Temperament:
Active but calm, can become quite tame.
Utility: Layer/Ornamental
Egg Colour: Pale Cream
Breed History:
Heart shaped breed originating from America. This colour is the original Wyandotte colour.
Temperament: Active and ranging.
Utility: Layer/Ornamental
A hardy little bird.
Egg Colour: Tinted Peach
