Having been referred to as 'the little ones' or 'the cheepsters' for the past week, we've finally decided on names for our two new chickens: the timid ginger mongrel is Milly, and Molly's the much bolder speckled grey Maran. They're starting to free range now and loving it, though they're choosing to stay pretty close to the eglu.

Unfortunately Lily and Lottie are still not pleased about having new eglu mates. It's a bit easier when they're out and about though, as Milly and Molly are so light they can take off and escape their pursuers with the greatest of ease, leaving heavy Lottie in particular looking on in amazement!