We went down early to give the hens fresh drinking water and dispose of the ice in their drinkers. We have two small flocks, each with a spacious covered run, but oh, they look longingly at the grass. They still have to be kept under cover until the end of February, so well over a month still to go. And this confinement has been going on since 6th December.
We give them fresh greens and treats, but it's not the same as having a jolly good scratch at the grass under the trees.