Exceptional British Chicken, Reared Slowly for Outstanding Flavour
The Thoughtful Producer was created to champion a slower, more considered approach to farming. We believe that by giving chickens more time to mature, the freedom to roam and the opportunity to forage naturally, we can produce food that's better for our birds and better on the plate. It's a philosophy built on patience, care and a commitment to exceptional quality.
What Makes Our Chickens So Different?
At The Thoughtful Producer, we believe great food shouldn't be rushed. That's why we take a slower, more thoughtful approach to producing exceptional British chicken—giving our birds the time, space and care they need to develop outstanding flavour and quality.
Truly Free-Range Life Outdoors
Our chickens enjoy a genuinely free-range life, spending their days exploring grassy fields, foraging naturally and expressing their natural behaviours. Unlike standard commercial chickens, our birds are given significantly longer to mature, allowing them to develop fuller flavour and a firmer texture.
More Time, More Delicious Flavour
Our birds are reared for over twice as long as many conventional chickens. That additional time allows them to mature naturally, developing richer flavour and superior eating quality.
Traditional Preparation
Great flavour doesn't stop at the farm. After rearing, our chickens are dry plucked, hand finished and game hung for around seven days. This traditional process helps deepen flavour and create a roast chicken with remarkable succulence and character
"The best chicken I've tasted in years."
Theo Randall
Multi Award-Winning Roasts
The Thoughtful Producer chicken has been recognised by industry experts for its outstanding quality,welfare standards and eating experience.
Our chickens have earned multiple awards and accolades, recognition of the care, time and craftsmanship that goes into every bird, resulting in a chicken that's truly worth celebrating!
Recipes & Where to Buy
From delicious recipe ideas to your next family roast, discover everything Thoughtful Producer has to offer.Explore our collection of recipes, then stock up on award-winning free-range chicken from Copas Farm Shop or Ocado.
Cooking Inspiration
From the perfect Sunday roast to midweek family favourites, discover delicious recipes designed to make the most of every Thoughtful Producer chicken.
Chicken Recipes
Order Direct With Copas Farm Shop
Explore the full Thoughtful Producer range, including whole chickens and a variety of convenient cuts, available to order direct from Copas Farm Shop and delivered straight to your door.
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Order with Ocado
Planning your next roast? Thoughtful Producer chicken is available for convenient home delivery through Ocado, bringing exceptional free-range chicken straight to your door.
Shop OcadoFrequently Asked Questions About Thoughtful Producer Chicken
Thoughtful Producer chickens are raised the traditional way, with time, care and exceptional animal welfare at the heart of everything we do. Unlike standard supermarket chickens, they are slow-reared and given time to develop naturally. This slower growth produces meat with a firmer texture, richer flavour and better eating quality.
The birds enjoy a genuinely free-range lifestyle, with plenty of space to roam, forage and behave naturally. Every chicken is carefully prepared using traditional methods, resulting in a bird prized by home cooks, chefs and food lovers for its depth of flavour and succulent texture.
Yes. Every Thoughtful Producer chicken is 100% free range.
From an early age, the birds have access to open pasture, where they can roam, scratch, forage and enjoy the fresh air. This natural way of rearing supports higher animal-welfare standards while also producing healthier, better-flavoured meat.
We believe chickens should be allowed to behave like chickens, and that philosophy is reflected in every bird we sell.
We believe that great flavour cannot be rushed.
Commercial chickens are often reared as quickly as possible, but Thoughtful Producer chickens are given significantly longer to mature. This slower growth allows their muscles to develop naturally, creating meat that is more flavoursome, with a firmer texture and better moisture retention during cooking.
Giving our birds more time also supports their natural development and welfare. The result is a chicken that is worth waiting for—and one in which you can genuinely taste the difference.
Yes. Every whole Thoughtful Producer chicken comes with clear cooking guidance to help you achieve the best possible results.
Our chickens are supplied ready to roast, and we include recommended cooking times, preparation tips and resting advice. Our birds also include fresh herbs, giblets for making stock and a pop-up timer for extra confidence when roasting.
Whether you are cooking a traditional Sunday roast or preparing a special family meal, we have made it easy to achieve delicious results every time.
Fresh Thoughtful Producer whole chickens are stocked by Ocado, making it easy to enjoy premium free-range chicken wherever you are in the UK.
You can also purchase Thoughtful Producer chicken directly from Copas Farm Shop, either online for home delivery or for collection from our farm shop in Cookham, Berkshire.
Selected fresh chickens are available throughout the year on scheduled delivery dates, while frozen birds are available year-round.
Thoughtful Producer chickens are proudly British.
The birds are reared by an experienced farming team using traditional husbandry methods and a genuine commitment to animal welfare. Every chicken is raised, prepared and packed in the UK, ensuring complete traceability from farm to table.
By choosing Thoughtful Producer chicken, you are supporting a British farming business that believes in quality over quantity and takes pride in producing exceptional poultry with integrity.