The British Poultry Standards book has the complete Standards for all the pure breeds available in the UK and the 6th edition was published in 2008. Light breeds are the best layers, heavy breeds tend to be more docile. Of course, any chickens can be bred from, but it is important to at least maintain, if not improve, the Standardised pure breeds from a conservation point of view.

AS OF MONDAY 10TH FEBRUARY 2025 SHOWS ARE BANNED. This is due to the increased number of avian influenza outbreaks. We do not have a date for this to be lifted. Watch this space.

All being well, The National Championship Show is at Lincoln Showground on 8/9 November 2025, the Federation Show at Stafford Showground 20/21 December 2025.
Most breed clubs attend either or both of these shows. Other show listings can be found on www.poultryclub.org