Introduction to Hen Keeping: The Chicken Year

with Paul Macky McEvoy (Hen House Farm)
Second Sunday of the month: March-Oct (numbers dependent)
Price: £75 (£55 for your first DASH course booked in 2025 if you are a member)
Venue: Bere Ferrers PL20
(date to be confirmed) Second Sunday of the month March-Oct : numbers dependent
Time: 10am - 4pm
Provided: Tea, coffee, biscuits. Course details will be available. There will also be items to buy on the day - starter books and hens! Transport boxes will be available.
What you need to bring: Packed lunch (fridge and microwave available. Outdoor clothes & wellies as some of the course will be outside. Notepad and pen. Please ensure clothing and footwear hasn't been in contact with poultry for biosecurity reasons. Cash/cards should you wish to purchase items for sale - books/hens.

Discover the joys of hen keeping with our bespoke course, designed especially for beginners. 

This friendly, small-group experience will guide you through The Chicken Year, helping you learn the seasonal rhythms of caring for your flock. 

From the excitement of springtime chicks and new adult hens to preparing for winter, you’ll explore the joys and responsibilities of hen keeping. 

Through hands-on activities and expert guidance, you’ll learn essential skills like housing, feeding, health checks, and egg collection, all tailored to suit the needs of your hens throughout the year. 

With a focus on practical advice, fun insights, and the rewarding aspects of hen keeping, this course ensures you feel confident and inspired to start your own flock. Perfect for anyone looking to embrace a sustainable, fulfilling hobby! 

Ticket sales for this course are managed by DASH, to book please email training@devonsmallholders.co.uk