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[@heymrsrobinson2389]

Lydia - please please change that pen for the chickens. The fox will kill them in no time. You need a thick gauge wire as foxes easily eat through chicken wire. It needs either concrete slabs all the way round the perimeter or you need to dig the enclosure down at least 15inches else a fix will dig under it. And lastly, it needs a roof, not only for the safety of the chickens but in a few weeks it will be bird flu season and by law, any chickens MUST be kept under cover. I am sure you and Ali would be devastated if something happened to them, so a little research and changes to their home would help them no end.

[@lindaburrows4724]

I agree with you I had 20 chickens and ducks you really have to fox proof them 💯 roof’s concrete base high fence and we had steel wire over the whole pen which was at least 20ft long . I never lost a bird to foxes in 10 years foxes can climb very high and dig under and they will if they want them 😢

[@heymrsrobinson2389]

@@lindaburrows4724 same - people don’t realise how persistent foxes can be even with a very secure enclosure. I’ve done everything to ensure my chickens are safe and never lost one. I’m worried for them especially as they’ve filmed foxes in the garden before.

[@lifewithcancer916]

I sure hope she READ THIS! Not sure how good she is about reading all her comments😢

[@bibit3856]

Omg…. I don’t think they did enough research…. Otherwise the pen would have been done properly from the very beginning, with wire on the top of the pen. I know of people that even double wire the pen. Foxes are very persistent and they even work on schedule ….. they will come to the area every day around the same time. They have strong jaws and teeth that can cut through wire….and they can also jump pretty high and the can dig pretty deep.

[@jenniferlongstaff1086]

Pretty sure they had professionals dig down when they installed it.

[@CampOutWest]

We got our chickens last month and it has just been the BEST feeling. The first night leaving them was so anxiety inducing when we started to think about Mr Fox...But thankfully that anxiety reduced for us night by night. I would recommend getting a stronger wire for your chicken fence, as the one you have the foxes can actually bite through (people in the next village from us lost 30+ chickens in one night after the fox ate straight through their chicken wire fence like yours) They recommend you opt for thicker galvanised steel wire mesh which they can't bite through. We opted for the thicker galvanised steel wire mesh around our coop for their run and then opted for a 50 meter electrified chicken fence to keep mr fox away during their free ranging time during the day. Just thought I'd pass on the advice we were given 🙂Enjoy every second!

[@PtolemyXVII]

This is such good advice, I hope Lydia will consider it, I would hate for her to lose her beautiful chickens…😮

[@wonderofwellnessclinic]

It's where the saying 'pecking order' comes from. My chickens whilst growing up, would always do it whenever any new hens were added to the brood.

[@michellemark2667]

Yay chickens ❤❤❤ don’t forget to also cover the top of the chicken run ❤to protect them even more from hawks and other animals

[@Bebe-pg1lv]

Friendly advice- we lost our chickens in chicken coop because rabid fox came inside. Please put wire on top of this chicken coop too..

[@learningbytaste]

It’s hard to introduce new chickens to a flock when they’re grown up hens because they can be really violent to the newbies and seriously hurt them. Chicks don’t have a pecking order yet so it’s so much easier to form a flock of babies. I tried to add 3 new chicks to a flock of 3 hens and it just never worked. The hens were basically hunting the chicks. I think the best method is to wait for a hen to get broody and then stick fertile eggs under her so she can raise and protect the chicks from the other girls. But hopefully your flock is new enough that they can re-establish the pecking order and integrate the new girls

[@lynnpetti3817]

Love when you are looking casual. You are lovely no matter what you wear but when the earth mama comes out you glow. Blessings

[@Mallywallingin]

Hello Mrs Lydia! Hope you are enjoying your chickens! I’m a chicken mom of 20+ years…just some advice when adding new chickens to your flock make sure to quarantine the new ones for a week or so then introduce..that will keep the girls healthy! Also, I would suggest a different pen with stronger wire make sure to place the wire at least 18inches into the ground (predators will dig under then fencing)and make sure the wire covers the top completely to avoid owls/hawks/raptors etc. Enjoy!

[@evelinad.t.9985]

You can have the corgette flowers stuffed with rice and herbs in the oven! It's a real delicacy! As well as corgettes stuffed with rice and minced meat and tomatos and herbs! Mediterranean dieces really tasty and light!

[@newfoundland3030]

OMG. Ali sitting with the chickens❤, I knew he would love them. Lydia, how you've grown, from fashion to home, to chef!

[@eddieandgeorge]

Well I’ve just learnt a good deal about chicken care from reading these comments! It’s disheartening when people suggest you change things but I think it’s wise to heed the experienced chicken keepers and protect them as much as you can. You’d be heartbroken to lose them.

[@heatherarman2060]

I can’t wait to see the new guest room/ writing room. It’s sounds like it will be sumptuous country. I love the sound of all your choices.

[@lynnrobertson6629]

Lydia, new chickens should be introduced to the flock at night when the girls are quite and settled in. Put the new girls up on the roost and the old guard will allow they to join, because at night they will stay quiet and calm so as not to attract predators. Also, roost should be up off the floor of the coop about 21/2 feet. I had a Henny Penny, she was a Golden Comet and regularly laid eggs weighing 108 grams!

[@NoBrain94]

Lydia don't throw away the courgette flowers as they are delicious to eat! Look up for recipes, my favorite is to chop them roughly and put them into a quiche or with courgette as a pasta sauce. Even better, you can fill them with ricotta and fry them, delicious!

[@mimisstride6239]

I live in Mississauga , Ontario and fell in love with chickens through you. I now am the proud mama of 5 Silkie chickens that are now 3 weeks old. Yippee. They will live in our home till they are 6-8 weeks old. They still require the warmth.

[@marthalangdon-w7d]

Keep an eye out for the one who is getting a little close for comfort with the other ones. Believe it or not, chickens can actually be quite viscous to one another if they are upset with the behavior of a "coup mate". They will peck (usually in its behind) to the point of significant injury if they are annoyed enough.

[@EEN63]

Yay! I’m so happy to finally be introduced to your chickens! Have to say the naming of the chickens bit in Ali’s office was hilarious! So many great names and so many great reactions to the names! I love it when Ali cracks you up! I can’t help but laugh along with you. So much fun! I think a “cribs” garden variety tour would be great! Oh, that linen wrap dress is spectacular! I think you need it in every color... or maybe just in 6 or 7 colors! 😉😂😍

[@alybrirosa]

Cvvvt v

[@timesandlaws7095]

you are glowing with happiness and are a beautiful soul

[@sharonevans6261]

The opening to the video was so beautiful! The fields were so lovely ❤

[@CountryloverCountrylover]

The tip I was given, when introducing new chickens always do it in the evening. Chickens who have slept together bond better!

[@kathydoran6176]

My grandmother's name was Agnes and my granddad called her eggs! My grown adult children still giggle over that:)

[@penelopemeredith-dowd6659]

thats so sweet!

[@michelesimpson2237]

Butter is a health food full of vitamins

[@andrew_mos]

Honestly, Lydia’s videos on a rainy day is what I definitely need. Her videos just bring a sense of peace and coziness. Btw, very beautiful eggs & chickens!! ♥️ May God bless you!

[@ObservingtheMatrix]

I just discovered this channel a couple of months ago, and I really simply enjoy her light hearted approach to life and living beautifully and simply. However; you commenters are really a bore 😂 If you’re in such need of chicken content why don’t you follow a farmer lol 😂

[@olivekruger724]

😂

[@lydiamillen]

There’s plenty of time 🤭

[@neeshabub]

Personally I’m glad it wasn’t anything longer than that ! There really isn’t anything more the chickens are gonna do lol

[@heidil.4651]

90% of the video was about the chickens. What are you going on about??? 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@johannabaumgartner]

Lydia, you can eat the courgette flowers. There are great recipies for them. You can fill them with a ricotta cheese stuffing and just roast them in a pan with olive oil in the oven or on the stove and have champagne with them. Chef’s kiss! Simple, but delicious. I‘m sure you will find a great recipe online! I was spontaneously invited by a couple in Haut de Cagnes on the Côte d‘Azur one day when I was travelling on my own trying to find a house my parents rented when I was small. I got to talk with a couple just arriving to their house and we had those filled courgette flowers on their roof terrace with excellent champagne. I didn‘t know them at all, they were charming….Love the names of your chicken….By the way…will you order the fabric from the sofa in the lobby of the hotel in Madrid? I had researched it, it is MARLY from Scalamandré and comes in 4 shades. Am so curious to know if you will go for it.

[@keliza64]

Lydia dont close their access to the coop during the day. They will lay, nap, escape heat. Coop should only be shut sundown to sun up. Enjoy them :). I miss my chickens. We use to have a beautiful farm but have since downsized.

[@lydiamillen]

We don’t close their access, there is a side door where the automatic closing door is for morning and night x

[@keliza64]

@@lydiamillen I should have known better. You adore your pets. I LOVE your videos. Be well my dear!

[@Calmly-replied111]

😂 Ali is so cool and funny 🥰 he brings out the personality 🤣 in Lydia 🎉

[@PjTexas]

I really like Ali’s longer hair. I know. Off topic, but been noticing it. Very nice! :)

[@PtolemyXVII]

I’m quite impressed Lydia by how you can cook in white linen top and pants without an apron. I’m certain every time I wear white linen, it’s inevitable that I will get spots of oil and sauce all over them 😊 Your chickens are absolutely lovely…I must say though that I agree with Ali that Snow White is a better name than Snowdrop, even if it’s a little Disney esque, Snow White was originally part of Grimm’s Fairy Tales from Germany, not Disney and the story is more complex and interesting than one would imagine…

[@chloebrownart]

I don’t know if this is helpful but you paint chicken wire black with a roller and it “disappears”

[@heatherj7226]

I’m in Norfolk and over the summer in Wells people opened up their gardens for people to walk around, with gold coin donations to charity. It’s not Gardener’s World but it might be something worth exploring 😊 it’s a lovely thing to do, and home owners put on tea & cake for donations etc ❤

[@djshockafrica4330]

Is it weird that I think Lydia looks beautiful with messy hair 0:19 Windswept happy morning🌾

[@dionnevoller2903]

Adore the skirts - but the wrap dress looks a little “dressing gowny” the sleeveless dresses are STUNNING - ❤❤❤

[@eveback112]

I love watching the early morning walks with your two boys Barkley and Porter, they are so precious. Love Eve 🍃💚🍃

[@marilynhodgkinson5299]

Hi Lydia this was a fabulous video. Naming the chickens had me laughing, Ali is so funny. I had chickens when l was little, loved them so much. Your garden, house, chickens, dogs and cat are beautiful. This was just so relaxing to watch. Thanks Lydia ❤💙

[@raanaashraf1685]

i enjoyed this video soooooo much . its the content i signed up for .. fashion , cooking , garden , just homly stuff . Gives me so much inspiration. May i also add you feel so energetic and yourself .

[@helenalexander2567]

Oh Lydia and Ali thank you x The naming of the chicken 🐓 had me in stitches thank you so much x Have a fantastic evening and say hello to Gwyneth xxx

[@goldamurr2148]

Loved this vlog! What a beautiful and perfect day…the garden layout and features are just stunning. Great job Millen-Gordon’s ❤ 🪴 🐓 🐝 🌱

[@jenlaferriere]

Lydia. 😂 I love the moment at 22:36 where you have a spell of kitchen bliss and break out into song/ dance stepping. 🎉

[@juliemclaughlin68]

Lydia, you and Ali made me laugh about the thing on the chickens head. Ironically it’s called a comb. Enjoy as they are great pets. X

[@joannabrookes882]

Your “ginger” chicken is a Cream Legbar and she is laying your blue eggs- NOT Bluebell, they lay brown ones. Counter intuitive but true

[@cindiwiggins3496]

One of my favorite vlogs that you have done! Thanks for sharing the chickens with us!

[@EmilyBoltz]

Can't wait to see the guest bedroom reveal! It's one thing to have a beautiful bedroom but you also have a stunning view! Gorgeous!

[@juliebrown8381]

Its a good idea to add new chickens at night to coop. Also put golf balls in nests where u want to encourage them to lay. Definitely give them greens from your garden too. Not sweet peas ( the flowers) tho or sweet potato leaves they are toxic

[@teapot6711]

Hi Lydia, just found your channel and stayed because of the garden/chickens! Subscibed! ❤

[@ignor6581]

No low fat some good butter organic vegetables from your garden and that is why you and Ali look so good from inside out. Simple and sooo good. 👍

[@cherisemoss7854]

I watched my neighbor's kitten become the dinner for a young eagle, and I live in a major city. The kitten was in fenced yard. Cover the top of that cage!!! You could simplify the name by calling the chicken Snow or Winter.

[@VondaSims]

Had me giggling at the names! Ali! 🤣 Liked Gwyneth Poultry.

[@lisachild6098]

Lydia , just to say love the hair it is looking fab. Colour very much suits you noticably lighter but very finely incorporated. Saw it in the flesh as it were the other day, as saw you at The Grove. Did not speak to you as you were deep in conversation at the time.

[@zanna5]

Primrose! You have Bluebell and Snowdrop, both early spring flowers, why not add Primrose to the mix.

[@vee1324]

Yessssss👌🏻

[@mariadicarlucci7617]

Hello Lydia! You and Ali are my true favourites! I love your content especially your gardens and your little family. Sending love from across the pond in NYC.

[@lotuspetal5143]

What a great vlog! Hello little chickens ❤I love all their names, it was so funny watching you and Ali laughing at the names!

[@sarahtustain8265]

Honestly, you just seem to be living your dream life. Whatever you have changed is clearly working for you and I'm so happy for you. Watching people just beam with joy is so mesmerizing, addictive and inspirational. 🫶

[@greenivy6580]

I have to say this is the healthiest I have ever seen your hair. It's always been beautiful, but it looks so healthy and the color is gorgeous.

[@liviaskitchengarden]

Oh Lydia you really are living the dream, my husband is slowly coming round to the idea of chickens and we have just taken on our first swarm of bees. It’s so lovely seeing you cooking and appreciating local home grown food, that’s why I watch your KZbin channel!

[@tay7798]

Omg perfect timing! Can’t wait to meet the littles!

[@dionnevoller2903]

Adoring the chickens - you seem so much happier with them there ❤

[@ClaireQuinn22]

I've been waiting for this vlog since the wine walk! Best of luck with your new arrivals, they have the best home with you and Ali 🙂

[@SwimSk8Surf]

This is so extra, but if you paint the chicken wire black it totally disappears from view and all you will see is the beautiful chicken roost. It’s the best hack I’ve seen. Amazing.

[@destinyhale9424]

Hennifer Aniston is my fave! Gosh Ali does find some weird & wonderful that we can all have a laugh at. Love it! 😂 Happy Monday 🌿

[@lydiamillen]

Hennifer 😂😂😂

[@jennifer6833]

Laughing hard 😂

[@g_g173]

Hi Lydia! I think you just got mixed up, but at the beginning you said you’re getting a custom made bed at 180x200. This is 30cm WIDER than a king!! Lol I’m sure you meant something else but I thought I’d comment just incase you buy it and it’s completely wrong 😂 another great video as always 🥰

[@aliciapiper5449]

180cm is the standard king width isn’t it!

[@chrisking3798]

Beautiful start to the video with the dog walk the music was quite calming but in a way haunting it sent a shiver down my back but in a good way what was the music called ? Welcome to the family Jemima ,Bluebell ,Beatrix ,snowdrop and Gwyneth Poultry Ali was hilarious with all the silly chicken names, my nan had chickens and a goat when i was little they use to chase me round the garden i think they knew that i didn't like them i am also allergic to Eggs .I think you should definitely do a cribs style video of your garden it would be fun to watch. Looking forward to the guest bedroom reveal it will be stunning like every think else in your home love the linen trousers you were wearing also the wrap around dress, you made me laugh when you tried the green skirt on and said little house on the prairie Vibs definitely i loved watching that programme have a great week x

[@susangebhart7195]

Ali’s names made me giggle - he’s got some great ones !

[@trulydearlybianca]

Lydia you're absolutely glowing in this vlog! 😍

[@melissaells7651]

Aren't you afraid of Lumi, hawks, vultures, and foxes getting to them with the coop being wide open on top? They seem pretty vulnerable in there without a proper roof above them :(

[@nyomiejohnson2843]

I really don’t understand why you don’t fix the bathrooms. Cosmetic spending is pointless if you can’t use the loo?

[@tenwaystowearit]

I think you’re too invested. You sound upset.

[@lidiakuhn6505]

Omg the name of the chickens 😅😅😅😅😅😅 this is hilarious 😅😅😅😅 the best laugh I have had from you two, I got so eggcited 😅 love all of the names Ali cae up with 😅

[@heathermichelleheather9348]

What? They dont have working bathrooms? I missed that info

[@nyomiejohnson2843]

@@tenwaystowearit LOL. Get real. AS IF

[@dionnevoller2903]

I love “chick jagger” 🎉🎉

[@annabellespoletini5081]

Your videos make me so happy! :) I am always so inspired!

[@barbaraash6191]

So happy for your little Chicken Family! 🐔 I use to raise Chickens on my Farm. Enjoyed the fresh eggs! ❤

[@yukiiwatsuki4242]

Since you love your zucchini flowers, why not make use of them by making fritters with cheese stuffing!! It’s one of the best fritters I have ever had in Italy!

[@francesmaebruce]

Love the chickens! However more fox proofing would be a good udea, i would hate for them to get killed. Foxes eill kill the lot and only eat 1! You could loose your wwhole flock in 1 night. Foxes can chew through chicken wire and wooden coops very easily

[@madaragoldberga4320]

This may be old news, but I love how your eyebrows now move and show us the expressions of your emotions. It used to be different, but now you look so much sweeter and cuter, if I may say ❤ I guess the botox can be used differently, but this is the best you've looked. It's so lively, sweet and gives you back the authentic characteristic that you have 😊

[@martinezdirce9225]

What a lovely vlog ❣️great tips… I’m also enjoying ivys inside (inspiration from you); and also had a good laugh with the chickens 🐓 and oh there’s also a whole psychology behind animals… anyway great job 👏🏻

[@del_ecuras1836]

Lydia as a granddaughter of a chicken farmer please extend the plot it’s not very big ! Also you need a cover foxes will get in quickly

[@JanetInskip-ol4bh]

Ali did make me laugh when he was talking about the chickens ! It is called a comb on their heads 😂x

[@ilariamasullo3353]

How many poultry experts springing up around here, following in the footsteps of Bengal experts, Dachshund experts, bee experts...I'm pretty sure if Lydia were to get a unicorn, the comment section would be flooded with unicorn experts getting their two cents in 😂

[@monikareid7492]

You guys had me laughing out loud in the office! 😊

[@snoezigste5750]

Ohh I love chickens😍 my dream to have my own chickens! I hope they are a lot in your vlogs! Imagine waking up in the morning and feed the chickens 😍

[@tjames167]

I must have bought x 5 steamers to try and steam my linen wardrobe pieces successfully So far not great Any help please Lydia now you have these gorgeous linen pieces ?

[@lydiamillen]

I have found the steamery one to be the best so far x

[@VannaAnna777]

Gwyneth Poultry lololololol perfect . I’m stealing that when I get chickens . Lol

[@ClaireQuinn22]

Please make the Gardener's World video a thing! That would be epic 😊

[@sharronr]

I don ever like to make a non-positive comment but I believe that the hems on your skirts may be irregular. Worth a check. ❤️

[@enidford9160]

Thanks for such a lovely vlog!!! Love it when you include Ali and the animais!! I was in fits of laughter while you were chosing the new names !!!

[@corriburman3962]

Lydia one question....Why are you making scrabbled eggs in a sauce pan? You don't have a small frypan like 8" or 9"?

[@lydiamillen]

I’ve always made it in a pan! Does it change the end result? I’m fascinated x

[@rexysmum]

@@lydiamillenno, it makes absolutely no difference whatsoever 🌸

[@corriburman3962]

@@lydiamillen I don’t think so. It was a little strange to see. I was taught to make it in a frypan. The way you make it is fascinating too. X

[@jackiegriffiths3896]

I also always make mine in a saucepan and with milk and butter x

[@corriburman3962]

@@jackiegriffiths3896 is it a UK thing because in the US that’s not how we do it. There’s nothing wrong with it. I just haven’t seen it done until I saw Lydia do it in two videos. That’s what prompted the question. No judgement just an inquiry. Trying to learn new things. That’s all.

[@atargeetparker2551]

Loved this video....On a different topic and a break from chickens....I have to tall you Lydia darling you look sooooo good with your hair straight -

[@alisonkovacs9871]

Lydia babe love your natural shade wrap dress so stunning

[@Eva-es1rh]

Thank you, loved watching this!

[@Kkim0830]

The Linen shirt dress looks gorgeous!!

[@rosemarydewar1707]

Lol, never apologize for butter. It is one of the healthiest foods on Earth. Delicious.

[@goldamurr2148]

Agreed! I love that Lydia uses lots of butter. One of life’s absolute pleasures and packed with fat soluble vitamins A, D, E & K2…great for skin and our brain! 💛

[@FayeCNL]

So many fab memories from the Grove Hotel, great place for celeb spotting at breakfast 🍳

[@Gennabest-ltd]

Your outfit is giving Diane Keaton vibes 😍

[@ShantelBezeditz]

Also the blue was so beautiful, beautiful color, very Chic,

[@Larish10]

Where did you get the chickens from? they look really cute

[@eveback112]

What a lovely Vlog , I love that you named your two female chickens after the Beatrix Potter characters Beatrix and Jemima, I also love the names of your three hens blue Bell, snow drop, and Gwyneth poultry. You have inspired me to so many wonderful Things. I love your style I love the way you dress I live in America and honestly people here do not know how to dress , I try my hardest to dress smart, classy with elegance like you. I love you to dogs I love to see you walk with you early in the mornings, I am looking forward to your vlog with your two little girls Darcy and TATI that will be part of your beautiful family. I also enjoy watching you cook, thank you for all your inspiration, much love and blessings. LOVE EVE 💚🌿

[@anyejansenvanrensburg]

Loving the chicken names. Tried your scambled egg today - butter is a game-changer!

[@cathm652]

You’ve got such great taste. When are you creating Lydia’s Cotswold Hotel???

[@alisonkovacs9871]

Lydia babe your home and gardens are so stunning

[@maryporter3637]

I was wondering what had changed , I was wondering what had made Lydia even more beautiful, I thought it was the side hair part but now that you mention it, loving the eyebrows too

[@lalitakrista2359]

Love the cooking part, bc its NOT thermomix, its nicer to watch tbh😊

[@maxinemuhammad5979]

Great vlog lov3 the update on the chickens and the outrageously funny names 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️😂😂😂

[@alisoncairns4711]

My dad has had chicken for over 30 years u defiantly need a roof and wire to thin fox can climb that no prob! They very clever

[@joannemorris1689]

Never seen 2 eggs so clean..