Thinking about keeping chickens? Or recently started your poultry journey and looking for a bit more guidance and confidence?
Starter Courses
At Brae Croft, we offer small, beginner-friendly poultry keeping courses designed to help new keepers get started the right way. These relaxed, hands-on sessions will take place here at the Brae Cottage, giving you the chance to learn in a practical setting.
Whether you're still in the planning stage or have already welcomed a few hens into your garden, these courses aim to give you the knowledge, confidence and practical skills to care for your flock.
Refreshments will be available during the session.
Courses will run in small groups so everyone has the opportunity to ask questions and take part in practical demonstrations. The aim is to keep the sessions relaxed, informative and friendly, with plenty of time to talk through each topic in detail, and chat through your own plans.
How to book:
If you’re interested in joining one of our Brae Croft Poultry Starter Courses, we’d love to hear from you.
As these sessions are designed to be small and personal, places will be limited to ensure everyone has plenty of time to ask questions and take part in the practical elements of the course.
To reserve a place or find out when our next course is, simply get in touch with us below.
What will be covered?
The Basics of Poultry Keeping: What you need before getting chickens, choosing the right setup, and preparing your space properly.
Cleaning Out Coops: Practical demonstrations and tips for keeping your coop clean, safe and hygienic.
Daily Care Routines: What to check each day and how to build a simple routine that keeps your birds thriving.
Feeding Guides: Understanding what chickens should eat and how to feed them correctly.
Bedding Options: Exploring different bedding materials and how to manage them effectively.
Regular Health Checks: Learning what to look for and how to spot early signs that something isn’t right.
Handling Birds Safely: How to catch, hold and handle chickens calmly and safely.
Tips and Tricks for Beginners: Common mistakes new keepers make – and how to avoid them.
What to Expect From Your Feathered Friends: Understanding chicken behaviour, personalities, egg laying, and flock dynamics.