POULTRY RUNS and Tarpaulins
DEFRA/Best solution - a hen house inside a chicken walk in run offers more space, is easier to manage and meets the legal requirements during the bird flu season.
Predator safe - when built correctly and maintained, metal walk in runs can be predator proof - we use them here at Chartley Chucks very successfully. Peace of mind for you, plenty space for your birds and - with more space, less mucking out - all positives!
Ideally you are looking for 2sqm of poultry run space per chicken if they are never free ranged, if you free range you can stock at a higher density.