20th February 2025
We would like to welcome Alex Hales as the new Secretary of The Frizzle Society of Great Britain. He is taking over from Charlotte with immediate effect and Karen Whittington becomes our Treasurer.
We would like to thank Charlotte for her commitment and the support that she and her family have provided to the club throughout so many years. Alex's enthusiasm for keeping the breed in the forefront is compelling and we wish him all the very best in taking the Frizzle Society from strength to strength.
Alex can be contacted by email - [email protected] or via the Facebook page -
The Frizzle Society of Great Britain
Alternatively by post - Alex Hales, Green Cottage, Llanfihangel-ar-Arth, Pencader, Carmarthenshire SA39 9JX
We would like to welcome Alex Hales as the new Secretary of The Frizzle Society of Great Britain. He is taking over from Charlotte with immediate effect and Karen Whittington becomes our Treasurer.
We would like to thank Charlotte for her commitment and the support that she and her family have provided to the club throughout so many years. Alex's enthusiasm for keeping the breed in the forefront is compelling and we wish him all the very best in taking the Frizzle Society from strength to strength.
Alex can be contacted by email - [email protected] or via the Facebook page -
The Frizzle Society of Great Britain
Alternatively by post - Alex Hales, Green Cottage, Llanfihangel-ar-Arth, Pencader, Carmarthenshire SA39 9JX
12th February 2025
From 00.01 on Sunday 16th February 2025 APHA are extending the mandatory housing measures introduced on 27th January to include Cheshire, Herefordshire, Lancashire, Merseyside and Worcestershire. If you fall into a Protection Zone outside of these area, you must also house your birds. Latest information on GOV.UK
From 00.01 on Sunday 16th February 2025 APHA are extending the mandatory housing measures introduced on 27th January to include Cheshire, Herefordshire, Lancashire, Merseyside and Worcestershire. If you fall into a Protection Zone outside of these area, you must also house your birds. Latest information on GOV.UK
7th February 2025
In response to the number of detections of Avian Influenza in kept and wild birds, gatherings of poultry (including ducks, geese, swans, pheasants, partridge, quail, chickens, turkeys and guinea fowl), will be banned in England, Scotland and Wales from noon on Monday 10th February 2025.
Please check GOV.UK today, 7th February for details and GOV.SCOT and GOV.WALES for further information from noon on Monday 10th February.
In addition, the AIPZ with mandatory biosecurity measures remains in force across Great Britain and a regional AIPZ with mandatory housing and biosecurity measures covering the areas listed on the update below (24th January).
In response to the number of detections of Avian Influenza in kept and wild birds, gatherings of poultry (including ducks, geese, swans, pheasants, partridge, quail, chickens, turkeys and guinea fowl), will be banned in England, Scotland and Wales from noon on Monday 10th February 2025.
Please check GOV.UK today, 7th February for details and GOV.SCOT and GOV.WALES for further information from noon on Monday 10th February.
In addition, the AIPZ with mandatory biosecurity measures remains in force across Great Britain and a regional AIPZ with mandatory housing and biosecurity measures covering the areas listed on the update below (24th January).
30th January 2025
The AIPZ mandating enhanced biosecurity covering England and Scotland has also been applied to Wales from today. Mandatory housing is still only enforced in the counties listed in the update of 24th January below.
The AIPZ mandating enhanced biosecurity covering England and Scotland has also been applied to Wales from today. Mandatory housing is still only enforced in the counties listed in the update of 24th January below.
24th January 2025 - from DEFRA/APHA
In response to the increased number of cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in poultry in new areas of the country and the continued heightened risk levels in poultry and kept birds, the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) is being extended to mitigate the risk of further outbreaks of the disease.
This means that from 00:01 on Monday 27 January 2025 the AIPZ mandating enhanced biosecurity and housing for kept birds currently in force across East Riding of Yorkshire, City of Kingston Upon Hull, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk will be extended to also include the unitary authorities of Shropshire, York and North Yorkshire.
In addition, an AIPZ mandating enhanced biosecurity but without mandatory housing came into force at noon on Saturday 25 January 2025 across all other areas of England and Scotland.
The AIPZ measures apply to all bird keepers whether they have pet birds, commercial flocks or just a few birds in a backyard flock and are essential to protecting flocks from avian influenza.
Bird keepers are advised to consult APHA's interactive map to check if they are impacted and should then read the AIPZ declaration schedule relevant to their area.
The AIPZs will be in place until further notice and will be kept under regular review as part of the government’s work to monitor and manage the risks of avian influenza.
Please refer to the Government's updates for the latest information concerning Bird Gatherings and Shows in your area.
In response to the increased number of cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in poultry in new areas of the country and the continued heightened risk levels in poultry and kept birds, the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) is being extended to mitigate the risk of further outbreaks of the disease.
This means that from 00:01 on Monday 27 January 2025 the AIPZ mandating enhanced biosecurity and housing for kept birds currently in force across East Riding of Yorkshire, City of Kingston Upon Hull, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Suffolk will be extended to also include the unitary authorities of Shropshire, York and North Yorkshire.
In addition, an AIPZ mandating enhanced biosecurity but without mandatory housing came into force at noon on Saturday 25 January 2025 across all other areas of England and Scotland.
The AIPZ measures apply to all bird keepers whether they have pet birds, commercial flocks or just a few birds in a backyard flock and are essential to protecting flocks from avian influenza.
Bird keepers are advised to consult APHA's interactive map to check if they are impacted and should then read the AIPZ declaration schedule relevant to their area.
The AIPZs will be in place until further notice and will be kept under regular review as part of the government’s work to monitor and manage the risks of avian influenza.
Please refer to the Government's updates for the latest information concerning Bird Gatherings and Shows in your area.
From 12:00 on 26th April 2024 gatherings of all poultry including anseriforme birds (for example ducks, geese and swans) are permitted in England provided you meet conditions of the licence. APHA updated the 'General licence to arrange a fair, market, show, exhibition or other gathering involving the collecting together of poultry in England'.
16th February 2024
Galliforme birds from premises located in Wales are permitted to attend galliforme gatherings in England.
Galliforme birds from premises located in Wales are permitted to attend galliforme gatherings in England.
5th February 2024
The general licence for poultry gatherings in England has been amended. Galliforme poultry kept at registered premises in Scotland can attend shows and gatherings held in England.
The general licence for poultry gatherings in England has been amended. Galliforme poultry kept at registered premises in Scotland can attend shows and gatherings held in England.
23rd August 2023
Gatherings of galliforme poultry and galliforme birds are permitted in England. You must follow and meet the requirements of the licences and notify APHA of the gathering.
Gatherings of galliforme poultry and galliforme birds are permitted in England. You must follow and meet the requirements of the licences and notify APHA of the gathering.
31st October 2022
APHA have today announced that housing measures to protect poultry and captive birds from avian influenza are being extended and will be in force across England from 00.01 on Monday 7th November 2022.
From that time, it will be a mandatory requirement for all bird keepers across England to keep their birds housed and to follow strict biosecurity measures, in order to limit the spread and to try and eradicate the disease.
More information is available on gov.uk and follow the link to the latest avian influenza news.
17th October 2022
DEFRA and APHA have today declared that an Avian influenza Prevention Zone has been implemented across Great Britain making it a legal requirement for all bird keepers to follow strict biosecurity measures.
Following an increase in the number of detections of avian influenza (bird flu) in wild birds and on commercial premises, the Chief Veterinary Officers from England, Scotland and Wales have declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across Great Britain to mitigate the risk of the disease spreading amongst poultry and captive birds.
This means that from midday today, it will be a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks from the threat of avian flu.
Implementing the highest levels of biosecurity measures on farm is the most effective way in reducing the risk of disease spreading and is the best way to protect flocks. The introduction of the AIPZ comes after the United Kingdom has faced its largest ever outbreak of avian flu with 190 cases confirmed across the United Kingdom since late October 2021, with over 30 of these confirmed since the beginning of the month. The East of England has been particularly badly hit with outbreaks in poultry and captive birds. There have also been outbreaks in the south west and in wild birds at multiple sites across Great Britain.
Avian influenza circulates naturally in wild birds and when they migrate to the United Kingdom from mainland Europe over the winter they can spread the disease to poultry and other captive birds. Maintaining strict biosecurity is the most effective method of protecting birds from the virus.
The AIPZ means bird keepers across Great Britain must:
The avian influenza prevention zone will be in place until further notice and will be kept under regular review as part of the government’s work to monitor and manage the risks of bird flu.
APHA have today announced that housing measures to protect poultry and captive birds from avian influenza are being extended and will be in force across England from 00.01 on Monday 7th November 2022.
From that time, it will be a mandatory requirement for all bird keepers across England to keep their birds housed and to follow strict biosecurity measures, in order to limit the spread and to try and eradicate the disease.
More information is available on gov.uk and follow the link to the latest avian influenza news.
17th October 2022
DEFRA and APHA have today declared that an Avian influenza Prevention Zone has been implemented across Great Britain making it a legal requirement for all bird keepers to follow strict biosecurity measures.
Following an increase in the number of detections of avian influenza (bird flu) in wild birds and on commercial premises, the Chief Veterinary Officers from England, Scotland and Wales have declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across Great Britain to mitigate the risk of the disease spreading amongst poultry and captive birds.
This means that from midday today, it will be a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks from the threat of avian flu.
Implementing the highest levels of biosecurity measures on farm is the most effective way in reducing the risk of disease spreading and is the best way to protect flocks. The introduction of the AIPZ comes after the United Kingdom has faced its largest ever outbreak of avian flu with 190 cases confirmed across the United Kingdom since late October 2021, with over 30 of these confirmed since the beginning of the month. The East of England has been particularly badly hit with outbreaks in poultry and captive birds. There have also been outbreaks in the south west and in wild birds at multiple sites across Great Britain.
Avian influenza circulates naturally in wild birds and when they migrate to the United Kingdom from mainland Europe over the winter they can spread the disease to poultry and other captive birds. Maintaining strict biosecurity is the most effective method of protecting birds from the virus.
The AIPZ means bird keepers across Great Britain must:
- Keep free ranging birds within fenced areas, and that ponds, watercourses and permanent standing water must be fenced off (except in specific circumstances e.g. zoo birds).
- Clean and disinfect footwear and keep areas where birds live clean and tidy;
- Minimise movement in and out of bird enclosures;
- Reduce any existing contamination by cleansing and disinfecting concrete areas, and fencing off wet or boggy areas
- Keep domestic ducks and geese separate from other poultry.
- Ensure the areas where birds are kept are unattractive to wild birds, for example by netting ponds, and by removing wild bird food sources;
- Feed and water your birds in enclosed areas to discourage wild birds.
The avian influenza prevention zone will be in place until further notice and will be kept under regular review as part of the government’s work to monitor and manage the risks of bird flu.
26th July 2022
Lee Grant, Chairman of The Poultry Club of Great Britain has issued a statement on behalf of the club regarding the National Show 2022.
The decision has been taken as a result of the meeting yesterday to cancel The National Championship Poultry Show at Telford International Centre due to have been held in October 2022 [NOTE - An Egg Show and the AGM will take place on Saturday October 22nd at a smaller hall onsite]
You can read Lee's full statement under News on the Poultry Club website -
https://www.poultryclub.org/news
Lee Grant, Chairman of The Poultry Club of Great Britain has issued a statement on behalf of the club regarding the National Show 2022.
The decision has been taken as a result of the meeting yesterday to cancel The National Championship Poultry Show at Telford International Centre due to have been held in October 2022 [NOTE - An Egg Show and the AGM will take place on Saturday October 22nd at a smaller hall onsite]
You can read Lee's full statement under News on the Poultry Club website -
https://www.poultryclub.org/news
25th July 2022
The Poultry Club are due to meet with DEFRA officials today in order to discuss the latest situation concerning Bird Flu and whether the ban on bird gatherings will be lifted, albeit with a 'gathering's licence'.
The Poultry Club are due to meet with DEFRA officials today in order to discuss the latest situation concerning Bird Flu and whether the ban on bird gatherings will be lifted, albeit with a 'gathering's licence'.
21st June 2022
An eight-strong consortium, headed by the world-leading research team at the Animal and Plant Heath Agency, has received £1.5 million in funding and has been tasked with developing new strategies to tackle future outbreaks of bird flu.
The consortium follows this year's bird flu outbreak which has been the largest and longest ever experienced in the UK and in parts of Europe. The news has been welcomed by the UK's poultry sector.
Read the full article on https://deframedia.blog.gov.uk/2022/06/21/uks-top-scientists-join-forces-to-battle-bird-flu-outbreaks/
An eight-strong consortium, headed by the world-leading research team at the Animal and Plant Heath Agency, has received £1.5 million in funding and has been tasked with developing new strategies to tackle future outbreaks of bird flu.
The consortium follows this year's bird flu outbreak which has been the largest and longest ever experienced in the UK and in parts of Europe. The news has been welcomed by the UK's poultry sector.
Read the full article on https://deframedia.blog.gov.uk/2022/06/21/uks-top-scientists-join-forces-to-battle-bird-flu-outbreaks/
2nd May 2022
The Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) lifted the mandatory housing measures for poultry and captive birds at 00.01 today, Monday May 2nd 2022, but the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) remains in place. Enhanced biosecurity guidance rules must still be followed however, as the risk of Avian Influenza continues.
The Animal & Plant Health Agency (APHA) lifted the mandatory housing measures for poultry and captive birds at 00.01 today, Monday May 2nd 2022, but the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) remains in place. Enhanced biosecurity guidance rules must still be followed however, as the risk of Avian Influenza continues.
24 November 2021
The Chief Veterinary Officers for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have agreed to bring in new measures to help protect poultry and captive birds. The new housing measures will come into force across the UK from
00:01 on Monday 29 November 2021 to protect poultry and captive birds from avian influenza following a number of confirmed cases across Great Britain in recent weeks.
The Chief Veterinary Officers for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have agreed to bring in new measures to help protect poultry and captive birds. The new housing measures will come into force across the UK from
00:01 on Monday 29 November 2021 to protect poultry and captive birds from avian influenza following a number of confirmed cases across Great Britain in recent weeks.
8th November 2021
Sadly all the shows after today will be cancelled until DEFRA notify otherwise.
Update 5 November 2021:
Sadly all the shows after today will be cancelled until DEFRA notify otherwise.
Update 5 November 2021:
- From 00:01 on 8 November 2021 no gatherings of poultry, galliforme or anseriforme birds are permitted. Galliforme birds include pheasants, partridge, quail, chickens, turkey and guinea fowl. Anseriforme birds include ducks, geese and swans. See our bird gatherings guidance for further information.
- Avian influenza H5N1 has been confirmed in birds at a premises in the Angus constituency in Scotland. Further testing has confirmed this to be a highly pathogenic strain (HPAI H5N1). Following confirmation of the pathogenicity, the Temporary Control Zones have been revoked and replaced by a 3km Protection Zone, 10km Surveillance Zone and 10km Surveillance Zone
- Disease Control Zones remain in force around premises near Chirk, Wrexham, Wales and a premises near Droitwich Spa, Wychavon, Worcestershire, England
- There have been multiple findings of HPAI H5N1 in wild birds from sites across GB. See our Wild birds in England section for further information
There is still time to get your postal entries in for The Federation! Even in the light of the announcement from APHA yesterday, the AI Prevention Zone throughout Great Britain is not a show ban, nor a compulsory housing order. It means that you have to step up your bio-security (see DEFRA website).
Let us hope that the next level of restriction isn't enforced.
Let us hope that the next level of restriction isn't enforced.
Notice from APHA - November 3rd 2021
Following a number of detections of avian influenza (bird flu) in wild birds across Great Britain, the Chief Veterinary Officers from England, Scotland and Wales have declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across the whole of Great Britain to mitigate the risk of the disease spreading amongst poultry and captive birds.
This means that from 5pm on Wednesday 3 November 2021 it will be a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks.
The introduction of the AIPZ comes after the disease was detected in captive birds at premises in England, Wales and Scotland. The disease has also been detected in wild birds at multiple sites across Great Britain.
Following a number of detections of avian influenza (bird flu) in wild birds across Great Britain, the Chief Veterinary Officers from England, Scotland and Wales have declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across the whole of Great Britain to mitigate the risk of the disease spreading amongst poultry and captive birds.
This means that from 5pm on Wednesday 3 November 2021 it will be a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks.
The introduction of the AIPZ comes after the disease was detected in captive birds at premises in England, Wales and Scotland. The disease has also been detected in wild birds at multiple sites across Great Britain.
THE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP POULTRY SHOW 2021 (NOW CANCELLED)
The International Centre, Telford, Shropshire on Saturday 4th & Sunday 5th December.
This is our Club Show and there are 4 Large Frizzle classes - White male, White female, AOC M/F, Non-standard M/F. Bantams classes to remain as previous years - White cock, White hen, White cockerel, White pullet, Black male, Black female, Self Colour male, Self Colour female, AOC Standard male, AOC Standard female, AOC Non-Standard male, AOC Non-Standard female and a Trio class. Awards on offer to all members and rosettes for all the Class winners.
Our Judge at The National is Mr Rob Huddleston.
Entries are now closed, but for more information see www.nationalshow.poultryclub.org
Our A.G.M will be held at the Show and all are most welcome.
And just two weeks after the National is THE FEDERATION CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW (NOW CANCELLED)
The County Showground, Stafford on Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th December 2021.
There will be 4 Large Frizzle classes - White male, White female, AOC M/F, Non-standard M/F. Bantams classes to remain as previous years - White cock, White hen, White cockerel, White pullet, Black male, Black female, Self Colour male, Self Colour female, AOC Standard male, AOC Standard female, AOC Non-Standard male, AOC Non-Standard female and a Trio class. Awards on offer to all members and rosettes for all the Class winners.
Our Judge at The Federation is Mr Matthew J Barrett.
Only postal entries are accepted to R.J. Sadler, General Secretary N.F.P.C., 14 Birchin Lane, Nantwich, Cheshire CW5 6JT by November 9th. Enquiries to [email protected] or telephone 01270 619990 - federationpoultryshow.weebly.com. The 'Fed' is a show with a really festive feel. Look forward to seeing you all there!
In the March 2021 edition of Fancy Fowl magazine, the Breed in Focus featured 'The Fabulous Frizzle'.
Compiled by Ben Shepherd and the Frizzle Society of Great Britain, there are some excellent photos to accompany the article. Back issues can be ordered by phone on 01728 622030, by email at [email protected] or via their website www.fancyfowl.com
Compiled by Ben Shepherd and the Frizzle Society of Great Britain, there are some excellent photos to accompany the article. Back issues can be ordered by phone on 01728 622030, by email at [email protected] or via their website www.fancyfowl.com
In the January 2015 issue of Practical Poultry magazine was an article on The Frizzle. It thoroughly covers the important points to look out for when buying stock. The 2021 Standard of the Frizzle as recognised by the Poultry Club of Great Britain has been slightly updated, but the feature gives an excellent insight into the breed. Back issues are still available to order online from Kelsey Media. The May 2010 magazine is also still available and has a similar feature.
