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Old 06-07-2008, 08:59 PM
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Default Orpingtons - does anyone know where I can get some from?

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I already keep Cuckoo Marans, White Stars and Cream Legbars but I fancy adding Orps to my flock for possible showing. Has anyone got some to sell or know of a good breeder?
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They're lovely, aren't they? Omlet UK | Breed Information | Chickens | Orpington
There's an Orpington duck, too. Omlet UK | Breed Information | Ducks | Orpington
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I've been a-googling, but not come up with much. Keepers Lodge Poultry, Lichfield 01543 673399.
Or there's a poultry breeder an hour's drive from you: Dupmill Game Farm Services, 01952 882534.
Even if they haven't got any Orps, they might know who does.
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eBay! 6 Exhibition Quality Buff Orpington hatching eggs on eBay, also, Poultry Hatching Incubation, Pet Supplies, Home Garden (end time 13-Jul-08 22:07:56 BST)
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I don't know quite where abouts you are, but I'm pretty sure this guy has them. He's just S.E. of Bury St Edmunds

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If that's not too far from you I can dig out his Name & Phone no.
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Has anyone got some to sell or know of a good breeder?
Many thanks,
Andrea.
That's funny, I was about to leave a very similar thread.

I'd be looking for a trio of Buff Orpington hens, I don't want to start fiddling about with eggs or chicks.

I tried looking in Practical Poultry magazine, but I'd much prefer a recommendation, so if you have any thought for Kent too, I'd much appreciate it!
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The breeder down here in Dorset has some but it's a bit far for you I expect. The number is 01308 459985 (Dave or Pat), just in case. Happy hunting.
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