Dorset Coop & Run
Essential Info
- A Family Run U.K. Business.
- Established in 2009.
- Tried and Tested Designs.
- An Easy-to-Use Website.
- Over 50'000 U.K. Customers.
- ... and We Keep Chickens Too!
Chicken Coop Starter Kit
Our starter kit contains everything that you’ll need for the first few weeks of life with your chickens. Included in the kit:
- 5Kg bag of Organic Chicken Feed
- 3Kg capacity Feeder
- 3L capacity Drinker
- 2kg bag of Mixed Chicken Grit
- 2 x 10L bags of Organic Hemp Bedding
Get everything you need in one convenient delivery and save money on the cost of these separate items.
Dorset Coop & Run
The well-thought-out Dorset With Run offers you plenty of flexibility with almost 30 square feet of space and a large run that can be easily extended at a later date should the need arise.
The 4.5ft run can be either permanently attached to the coop or simply pushed up against it and can be easily extended at a later date should the need arise.
The well thought out Dorset With Run offers you plenty of flexibility with almost 30 square feet of space.
The Dorset Chicken Coop has many easy to use access points so you'll never have a problem tending to your chickens or cleaning it out.
A large lift up roof is held in place by metal stays and provides easy hands-free access into the roosting and perching area.
The large front panel can be completely removed to allow you to access the internal areas for cleaning. The unbolt-able nesting box and the fully-removable pull out tray add to the easy to clean features of the Dorset.
Inside the housing area are two removable perches and a large nesting box for your hens to lay.
The large run is made with higher grade wire and has two side opening doors and a folding roof, all of which can be locked and secured.
We have designed the Dorset Run in such a way so that it is now possible to attach two, three or even four units together (at any stage) to create one extra long run.
Measurements & Maintenance
All our coops use 12mm tongue & groove timber supported by strong 35mm x 25mm framework. Our wire mesh is 1.5mm thick.
Dorset With Run Footpint:
Total external dimensions : L227 cm x W 82.5 cm x H 75 cm
Total extrenal dimensions (in inches): L 89.37" x W 32.4"
Total combined area of Dorset with run: 29.4 square feet
Dorset Coop Dimensions
Total footprint (including nesting box and roof overhang): L 130cm x W 90cm x H 99cm
Total footprint (inches): L 51.18" x W 35.43" x H 40"
Nesting box internal area : Width 74cm x Depth 34.5cm
Nesting box (in inches): W 29.13" x D 13.58"
Nesting box area: 2.74 square feet
Internal housing area: Width 78.5cm x Depth 85.5cm
Internal housing area (in inches): W 30.9" x D 33.6"
Internal housing area: 7.22 square feet
PLEASE NOTE: The roof and nesting box of the Dorset Coop is felted.
PLEASE NOTE: The roof and nesting box of the Dorset Coop is felted.
Dorset Run Dimensions
Dorset Run external dimensions : L138 cm x W 82.5 cm x H 75 cm
Dorset Run external dimensions (in inches): L 54.1" x W 32.4"
Dorset Run internal dimensions : L137cm x W 80 cm x H 73.5cm
Dorset Run internal dimensions : L 53.9" x W 31.4" x H 28.9"
Dorset Run Area: 11.79 square feet
Approx mesh size: 19mm x 19mm (approx 0.5" square) & diameter of wire is 1.5 mm
Packaging
Box 1: 100 x 93 x 12.5 cm @ 18.5kgs.
Box 2: 88 x 82 x 12 cm @ 15.5kgs.
Box 3: 142 x 86 x 12 cm @ 16kgs.
The Dorset Coop is supplied flat packed for easy home assembly. This set comes flat packed in 3 boxes. Instructions are included. All you will need is a small screwdriver and an adjusting spanner.
1. How many hens can the Dorset with Run hold?
The raised roosting and nesting area of the Dorset coop will hold 5 to 6 medium sized birds quite comfortably. What is probably more important to consider is the amount of space they will have during the day. If you intend to give them time to roam around your garden then the run space is less of a determining factor and up to 6 hens would be fine. However if they are to spend their entire day inside the Dorset with Run then 2 - 3 medium sized hens would be our recommendation. If you are thinking about investing in the Dorset with Double Run then you can increase that number to 4 hens and they would be fine.
The benefit of all our coops is that the run can be extended at a later date should the need arise and in theory you can add as many run extensions as you need.
Wood & General Maintenance
The wood we use in this product is a highly durable and scented softwood which is noted for its resistance to decay and rot. Our wooden coops are treated with a base coat of wood preservative but as with all outdoor wooden structures, we recommend that you treat your coop with a high-quality varnish or wood preservative once a year (preferably before the winter season) to maintain the applied preservative and water repellent properties. We also highly recommend that you try and position your chicken coop in a protected area which is not overly exposed to high winds and the elements.
* All measurements are approximate and are provided for informational purposes only.
Standard Delivery (£14.95): Orders are usually delivered within 2 to 3 working days after they are dispatched
Small Items (£4.95): Like accessories are usually delivered by the Royal Mail.
Important Points
* Deliveries are typically made Monday to Friday between 8.00am - 6.30pm.
* Working days are: Monday to Friday (and don't include public holidays or weekends)
* If no one is in when the couriers attempt to deliver then they will leave your order near your front door or in a safe location.
* If it is not safe to leave your parcels or you would like your order to be left in a specific location, then please contact us before your order is dispatched.
* Small items ordered separately like hutch covers and run covers are typically sent via Royal Mail.
Where can we deliver to?
Orders can be delivered anywhere in mainland England, Wales, and most areas in the lowlands of Scotland. If you live outside these areas we then, unfortunately, cannot deliver our products to you. This includes the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland (IM, GY, JE, BT)
Like most online companies we rely on (3rd party) courier companies to deliver all our orders around the country. As much as we would love to get our products in the hands of as many people as possible the cost of getting our coops to anyone who lives outside mainland England and Wales is prohibitive - sometimes more than the actual cost of the product!
Delivery to Scotland
We can deliver to most lowland areas in Scotland. These include the following postcodes: DD1-7 , DG , EH , FK1-6 , G , KA1-26 , KA29-30 , KY , ML , PA1-19 , PH1-2, TD
If you live outside these areas then unfortunately, we are unable to offer delivery due to the high extra charges levied by the courier companies we use. You are welcome to arrange your own courier to collect from us, or we can deliver the items to a courier up north for onward journey to you.
Delivery to the Isle of Wight
The courier company that we use can deliver to the Isle of Wight. However, there is a delivery surcharge of £70 per order.
1. How many hens can the Dorset with Run hold?
It will depend on the breed of chicken and the size of the breed, and also how you intend to keep them. The raised roosting and nesting area of the Dorset Chicken Coop will hold 5 to 6 medium sized birds quite comfortably.
What is probably more important to consider is the amount of space they will have during the day. If you intend to give them time to roam around your garden then the run space is less of a determining factor.
However, if they are to spend the majority of the day inside the Dorset with Run then no more than 2 medium-sized hens would be our maximum recommendation and we urge you to consider the Dorset with Double Run as there is more run space.
We also highly recommend that that you give your hens a least a few hours outside their coop and run in the late afternoon and early evening whenever possible. The benefit of all our coops is that the run can be extended at a later date should the need arise and in theory you can add as many chicken run extensions as you need.
2. Can I set up the Dorset the other way around?
While some customers in the past have set up their coop the other way around, it's not straightforward and would involve a fair bit of D.I.Y to do, so unless you are adept at D.I.Y then the Dorset should be put together the way it is shown in the photos on our website.
3. Can I fit an Automatic Door Opener to this coop?
Most door openers on the market work with doors that open in an up/down direction (pop-hole doors). Our Devon Hen House has a pop-hole door and has been specifically designed so it can be fitted with any one of these automatic door openers. We unfortuntely don't have an automatic door opener that can work on the sliding door of the Dorset.
4. Is the wood treated?
Yes, the Dorset Coop comes with a light base coat of wood preservative
But as with all outdoor wooden structures in our harsh climate, we recommend that the timber is treated on a regular basis to ensure a long life.
If the coop is treated, to begin with, and thereafter on a yearly basis, and is well looked after and cleaned regularly there is no reason why a lifespan of 5 to 7 years could not be expected.
There are many popular products available with Cuprinol and Ronseal amongst the better-known brands. If you are looking for a clear wood preserver that will keep the colour of your coop then try this.
5. Can I add a run at a later stage?
Yes, you can add runs at any stage. These can be joined onto the front or back of the coop and you can join as many runs together to form whatever size of space that you need. For more information on the Dorset Run by itself click here: Dorset Chicken Run.
6. How do I lock the roof?
The best place to attach a latch is to the side of the coop as shown in the image below:
7. Is the Dorset fox-proof?
We would like to think that our coops are made to a higher standard than most other suppliers in this price range. While we have purposely used thicker, sturdier wood, wire and locks with the aim to make it as safe and secure as possible for your chickens we cannot absolutely guarantee that foxes and other predators won’t try and target them. Foxes are by far the biggest threat that your pets will face, so if you are going to keep chickens then we also urge you to take these added precautions, especially if you know that you have foxes in your area.
The well-thought-out Dorset With Run offers you plenty of flexibility with almost 30 square feet of space and a large run that can be easily extended at a later date should the need arise.
The 4.5ft run can be either permanently attached to the coop or simply pushed up against it and can be easily extended at a later date should the need arise.
The well thought out Dorset With Run offers you plenty of flexibility with almost 30 square feet of space.
The Dorset Chicken Coop has many easy to use access points so you'll never have a problem tending to your chickens or cleaning it out.
A large lift up roof is held in place by metal stays and provides easy hands-free access into the roosting and perching area.
The large front panel can be completely removed to allow you to access the internal areas for cleaning. The unbolt-able nesting box and the fully-removable pull out tray add to the easy to clean features of the Dorset.
Inside the housing area are two removable perches and a large nesting box for your hens to lay.
The large run is made with higher grade wire and has two side opening doors and a folding roof, all of which can be locked and secured.
We have designed the Dorset Run in such a way so that it is now possible to attach two, three or even four units together (at any stage) to create one extra long run.
Measurements & Maintenance
All our coops use 12mm tongue & groove timber supported by strong 35mm x 25mm framework. Our wire mesh is 1.5mm thick.
Dorset With Run Footpint:
Total external dimensions : L227 cm x W 82.5 cm x H 75 cm
Total extrenal dimensions (in inches): L 89.37" x W 32.4"
Total combined area of Dorset with run: 29.4 square feet
Dorset Coop Dimensions
Total footprint (including nesting box and roof overhang): L 130cm x W 90cm x H 99cm
Total footprint (inches): L 51.18" x W 35.43" x H 40"
Nesting box internal area : Width 74cm x Depth 34.5cm
Nesting box (in inches): W 29.13" x D 13.58"
Nesting box area: 2.74 square feet
Internal housing area: Width 78.5cm x Depth 85.5cm
Internal housing area (in inches): W 30.9" x D 33.6"
Internal housing area: 7.22 square feet
PLEASE NOTE: The roof and nesting box of the Dorset Coop is felted.
PLEASE NOTE: The roof and nesting box of the Dorset Coop is felted.
Dorset Run Dimensions
Dorset Run external dimensions : L138 cm x W 82.5 cm x H 75 cm
Dorset Run external dimensions (in inches): L 54.1" x W 32.4"
Dorset Run internal dimensions : L137cm x W 80 cm x H 73.5cm
Dorset Run internal dimensions : L 53.9" x W 31.4" x H 28.9"
Dorset Run Area: 11.79 square feet
Approx mesh size: 19mm x 19mm (approx 0.5" square) & diameter of wire is 1.5 mm
Packaging
Box 1: 100 x 93 x 12.5 cm @ 18.5kgs.
Box 2: 88 x 82 x 12 cm @ 15.5kgs.
Box 3: 142 x 86 x 12 cm @ 16kgs.
The Dorset Coop is supplied flat packed for easy home assembly. This set comes flat packed in 3 boxes. Instructions are included. All you will need is a small screwdriver and an adjusting spanner.
1. How many hens can the Dorset with Run hold?
The raised roosting and nesting area of the Dorset coop will hold 5 to 6 medium sized birds quite comfortably. What is probably more important to consider is the amount of space they will have during the day. If you intend to give them time to roam around your garden then the run space is less of a determining factor and up to 6 hens would be fine. However if they are to spend their entire day inside the Dorset with Run then 2 - 3 medium sized hens would be our recommendation. If you are thinking about investing in the Dorset with Double Run then you can increase that number to 4 hens and they would be fine.
The benefit of all our coops is that the run can be extended at a later date should the need arise and in theory you can add as many run extensions as you need.
Wood & General Maintenance
The wood we use in this product is a highly durable and scented softwood which is noted for its resistance to decay and rot. Our wooden coops are treated with a base coat of wood preservative but as with all outdoor wooden structures, we recommend that you treat your coop with a high-quality varnish or wood preservative once a year (preferably before the winter season) to maintain the applied preservative and water repellent properties. We also highly recommend that you try and position your chicken coop in a protected area which is not overly exposed to high winds and the elements.
* All measurements are approximate and are provided for informational purposes only.
Standard Delivery (£14.95): Orders are usually delivered within 2 to 3 working days after they are dispatched
Small Items (£4.95): Like accessories are usually delivered by the Royal Mail.
Important Points
* Deliveries are typically made Monday to Friday between 8.00am - 6.30pm.
* Working days are: Monday to Friday (and don't include public holidays or weekends)
* If no one is in when the couriers attempt to deliver then they will leave your order near your front door or in a safe location.
* If it is not safe to leave your parcels or you would like your order to be left in a specific location, then please contact us before your order is dispatched.
* Small items ordered separately like hutch covers and run covers are typically sent via Royal Mail.
Where can we deliver to?
Orders can be delivered anywhere in mainland England, Wales, and most areas in the lowlands of Scotland. If you live outside these areas we then, unfortunately, cannot deliver our products to you. This includes the Channel Islands and Northern Ireland (IM, GY, JE, BT)
Like most online companies we rely on (3rd party) courier companies to deliver all our orders around the country. As much as we would love to get our products in the hands of as many people as possible the cost of getting our coops to anyone who lives outside mainland England and Wales is prohibitive - sometimes more than the actual cost of the product!
Delivery to Scotland
We can deliver to most lowland areas in Scotland. These include the following postcodes: DD1-7 , DG , EH , FK1-6 , G , KA1-26 , KA29-30 , KY , ML , PA1-19 , PH1-2, TD
If you live outside these areas then unfortunately, we are unable to offer delivery due to the high extra charges levied by the courier companies we use. You are welcome to arrange your own courier to collect from us, or we can deliver the items to a courier up north for onward journey to you.
Delivery to the Isle of Wight
The courier company that we use can deliver to the Isle of Wight. However, there is a delivery surcharge of £70 per order.
1. How many hens can the Dorset with Run hold?
It will depend on the breed of chicken and the size of the breed, and also how you intend to keep them. The raised roosting and nesting area of the Dorset Chicken Coop will hold 5 to 6 medium sized birds quite comfortably.
What is probably more important to consider is the amount of space they will have during the day. If you intend to give them time to roam around your garden then the run space is less of a determining factor.
However, if they are to spend the majority of the day inside the Dorset with Run then no more than 2 medium-sized hens would be our maximum recommendation and we urge you to consider the Dorset with Double Run as there is more run space.
We also highly recommend that that you give your hens a least a few hours outside their coop and run in the late afternoon and early evening whenever possible. The benefit of all our coops is that the run can be extended at a later date should the need arise and in theory you can add as many chicken run extensions as you need.
2. Can I set up the Dorset the other way around?
While some customers in the past have set up their coop the other way around, it's not straightforward and would involve a fair bit of D.I.Y to do, so unless you are adept at D.I.Y then the Dorset should be put together the way it is shown in the photos on our website.
3. Can I fit an Automatic Door Opener to this coop?
Most door openers on the market work with doors that open in an up/down direction (pop-hole doors). Our Devon Hen House has a pop-hole door and has been specifically designed so it can be fitted with any one of these automatic door openers. We unfortuntely don't have an automatic door opener that can work on the sliding door of the Dorset.
4. Is the wood treated?
Yes, the Dorset Coop comes with a light base coat of wood preservative
But as with all outdoor wooden structures in our harsh climate, we recommend that the timber is treated on a regular basis to ensure a long life.
If the coop is treated, to begin with, and thereafter on a yearly basis, and is well looked after and cleaned regularly there is no reason why a lifespan of 5 to 7 years could not be expected.
There are many popular products available with Cuprinol and Ronseal amongst the better-known brands. If you are looking for a clear wood preserver that will keep the colour of your coop then try this.
5. Can I add a run at a later stage?
Yes, you can add runs at any stage. These can be joined onto the front or back of the coop and you can join as many runs together to form whatever size of space that you need. For more information on the Dorset Run by itself click here: Dorset Chicken Run.
6. How do I lock the roof?
The best place to attach a latch is to the side of the coop as shown in the image below:
7. Is the Dorset fox-proof?
We would like to think that our coops are made to a higher standard than most other suppliers in this price range. While we have purposely used thicker, sturdier wood, wire and locks with the aim to make it as safe and secure as possible for your chickens we cannot absolutely guarantee that foxes and other predators won’t try and target them. Foxes are by far the biggest threat that your pets will face, so if you are going to keep chickens then we also urge you to take these added precautions, especially if you know that you have foxes in your area.
Established 2009
We’ve sold more than 20'500 chicken coops online in the UK in the last 9 years.
Many of our loyal customers recommend us to friends.
U.K Delivery
- Over 200 coops in stock.
- Dispatched from Dorset.
- Delivered around the U.K.
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“Everything fitted together so well”
“I received my Sussex coop with double runs today, just as stated. It is a pleasure to deal with such a competent company. I made an error with my evening order (ordered one run instead of two) and after contacting by email the next morning, it was rectified and arrived the next working day. It was so simple to assemble, with easy to understand instructions. Hubby went off to a doctor's appointment, and I had the hen house assembled by the time he got back, half an hour later. Everything fitted together so well and nothing damaged or missing. I will definitely recommend to others.”
By Coralie Fawcett - Lincolnshire“Very very impressed with my Coop”
“WOW fantastic , from placing the order, to receiving, and getting the Coop. Very, very impressed with my Coop. Did not expect the helpful emails.
Have printed them and know I will be referring to them if I need any help.I would absolutely have no hesitation in recommending your excellent company and product. So refreshing to deal with a company who obviously care, about the customer and the Chicks.”
By Carole Pritchard - Hampshire“I am over the moon, it looks fantastic!”
“Thank you so much for all your patience with me when ordering the Sussex chicken house. I am over the moon, it looks fantastic ! It was delivered very promptly, when you said, and it took me and my husband 35mins to put together from start to finish, with the help of a cordless screwdriver I might add. The instructions were so easy and clear. Well done to you both and once again thanks for all you help. You have taken away my fear of ordering over the internet.”
By Lorraine Sykes - Yorkshire“Had for a year still looks as good as the newer one”
“I am delighted with my Sussex chicken coop. This is the second one I have ordered from you. I ordered it on Sunday night and it arrived on Tuesday on the Isle of Wight! Brilliant. I noticed that you have fixed the one design defect I noticed from the first one I bought and that is making the ladder removable so it's easier to move to coop around. The coops look lovely in our orchard. The older one which we have had for a year still looks as good as the newer one and there is no sign of any deterioration to the wood or roof.
We bought the second coop because one of our hens is broody and is sitting on 6 eggs so we moved the other 2 hens to the new coop which was very easy because both coops are identical and they didn't notice! Thank you so much and thank you for all the additional information you sent about keeping chickens which is really useful.”
By Eleanor Bowen - Isle of Wight