New to hens - how many?

Arrr right, thats interesting about the kitchen bits and bobs! I did read somethingvery similar but it was on an american site so didnt think it would apply here - appreciate you letting me know

I will try home bargains also, never thought of that! I just ordered some and the delivery was more than the bag!

The girls are doing great. Can anyone tell me what it means whe they make a 'purring' sound?

And, one has eaten out of my hand - I'm 35 going on 6 hahah

Arrr right! Thank you for letting me know about the scraps. I read online something about this but thought it was an american law. Is this in case they end up in the food chain?

The girls are settling great. I think I have figured how to upload some pics

They have been having a dust bath yesterday but I am a bit worried that they might have mites as they scratch a lot going to get some stuff this afternoon. Have ordered some online but I will get some now rather than waiting - cant be pleasant for them

Totally identify with he 'going on 6' feeling - same for me now with three chicks.  Hens always dustbathe and groom - I think they just do that whatever.  I found mite powder didn't help my last hen.  Frontline spray from the vet really works and is quick and easy.  I left a note for my vet who was happy to supply it for my 'cat'.