Dorset Chicken 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 Chicken Run
This Dorset Run is designed to fit the Dorset Coop is made from the same high-quality wood that we use in all our coops.
At 137.5 cm in length and 82.5 cm wide, the run gives your hens over 11 square feet of run space.
The versatile run has two large doors on either side making it easier to access the internal area from any side - whichever is more convenient for you at the time.
Each door has strong locks positioned in the middle of the door frame. This added safety feature is there to prevent a persistent fox or aggressive dog from pushing in on the door to gain access.
Accessing all areas of the run is an important feature we wanted to have so we added a large lift up roof which can be folded back giving you easy access to the end of the run.
The large folding roof panel can be securely closed when it is not in use thanks to a heavy-duty metal latch.
The chicken run has also been fitted with a higher grade type of wire mesh. In fact, the heavy-duty wire mesh is 50% thicker than many of the other online suppliers.
This increase in quality and thickness gives you peace of mind in knowing that this is a more fox-proof run. The heavy-duty wire has also been set into the wooden framework which adds to the rigidity of the run structure.
We have designed the Kent and Dorset Run in such a way so that it is now possible to attach two, three or even four units together to create one extra-long run.
Measurements & Maintenance
Our runs use 1.5mm thick wire supported by a strong 35mm x 25mm timber framework.
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: 142.5 x 86 x 12 cm @ 16kgs.
The Dorset Chicken Run is supplied flat packed for easy home assembly. This set comes flat packed in one box :
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.
There are two delivery options available at checkout for large items (coops and runs).
Standard Delivery (£14.95): Orders are usually delivered within 4 to 7 working days.
Express Delivery (£17.95): Orders are usually delivered within 2 to 4 working days*.
Small Items (£5.95): Like accessories are usually delivered by the Royal Mail within 3 to 5 working days.
Important Points
* Deliveries are typically made Monday to Friday between 8.00 am - 6.30 pm.
* All Express Delivery orders placed after 11:30 am will be dispatched the next working day.
* ( Working days are: Monday to Friday and don't include public holidays or weekends)
* You do not need to be in to accept delivery.
* We will contact you via the email given at checkout to let you know when we have dispatched your order.
* The couriers will also send you tracking information with an estimated time of arrival on the morning of the delivery.
* If no one is in when the couriers attempt to deliver then the driver 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 or Evri Couriers
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. Can I join a single Dorset Run onto the one I already have?
Yes, you can join as many runs together to form as long a run as you like. It's just a matter of leaving off the square end panel on the run that is joining the one in front. The Dorset Run comes with all the necessary screws and instructions to do this. It quite straight forward.
2. How does the run attach to the coop?
Screws are supplied to secure it to the coop but you can just leave it pushed up against it if it safe to do so. Some customers use these hook and eye latches which allow you to secure the run to your coop for security and then simply unhook the run if every you need to move it.
3. Is the wood treated?
Yes, the Dorset Run 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.
4. How do I purchase a Double Dorset Run?
The double Dorset Run is simply two single runs joined together with the end panel of one of the runs left off. If you wish to purchase the Double you just need to order 2 x single Dorset Runs.
5. Is the Dorset Run fox-proof?
We would like to think that our coops and runs 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 your chickens then we also urge you to take these added precautions especially if you know you have foxes in your area.
This Dorset Run is designed to fit the Dorset Coop is made from the same high-quality wood that we use in all our coops.
At 137.5 cm in length and 82.5 cm wide, the run gives your hens over 11 square feet of run space.
The versatile run has two large doors on either side making it easier to access the internal area from any side - whichever is more convenient for you at the time.
Each door has strong locks positioned in the middle of the door frame. This added safety feature is there to prevent a persistent fox or aggressive dog from pushing in on the door to gain access.
Accessing all areas of the run is an important feature we wanted to have so we added a large lift up roof which can be folded back giving you easy access to the end of the run.
The large folding roof panel can be securely closed when it is not in use thanks to a heavy-duty metal latch.
The chicken run has also been fitted with a higher grade type of wire mesh. In fact, the heavy-duty wire mesh is 50% thicker than many of the other online suppliers.
This increase in quality and thickness gives you peace of mind in knowing that this is a more fox-proof run. The heavy-duty wire has also been set into the wooden framework which adds to the rigidity of the run structure.
We have designed the Kent and Dorset Run in such a way so that it is now possible to attach two, three or even four units together to create one extra-long run.
Measurements & Maintenance
Our runs use 1.5mm thick wire supported by a strong 35mm x 25mm timber framework.
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: 142.5 x 86 x 12 cm @ 16kgs.
The Dorset Chicken Run is supplied flat packed for easy home assembly. This set comes flat packed in one box :
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.
There are two delivery options available at checkout for large items (coops and runs).
Standard Delivery (£14.95): Orders are usually delivered within 4 to 7 working days.
Express Delivery (£17.95): Orders are usually delivered within 2 to 4 working days*.
Small Items (£5.95): Like accessories are usually delivered by the Royal Mail within 3 to 5 working days.
Important Points
* Deliveries are typically made Monday to Friday between 8.00 am - 6.30 pm.
* All Express Delivery orders placed after 11:30 am will be dispatched the next working day.
* ( Working days are: Monday to Friday and don't include public holidays or weekends)
* You do not need to be in to accept delivery.
* We will contact you via the email given at checkout to let you know when we have dispatched your order.
* The couriers will also send you tracking information with an estimated time of arrival on the morning of the delivery.
* If no one is in when the couriers attempt to deliver then the driver 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 or Evri Couriers
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. Can I join a single Dorset Run onto the one I already have?
Yes, you can join as many runs together to form as long a run as you like. It's just a matter of leaving off the square end panel on the run that is joining the one in front. The Dorset Run comes with all the necessary screws and instructions to do this. It quite straight forward.
2. How does the run attach to the coop?
Screws are supplied to secure it to the coop but you can just leave it pushed up against it if it safe to do so. Some customers use these hook and eye latches which allow you to secure the run to your coop for security and then simply unhook the run if every you need to move it.
3. Is the wood treated?
Yes, the Dorset Run 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.
4. How do I purchase a Double Dorset Run?
The double Dorset Run is simply two single runs joined together with the end panel of one of the runs left off. If you wish to purchase the Double you just need to order 2 x single Dorset Runs.
5. Is the Dorset Run fox-proof?
We would like to think that our coops and runs 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 your chickens then we also urge you to take these added precautions especially if you know 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