Long Distance Hen

(Hatched 8th April 2026, but has a 2025 ring on)

She was sat on her youngster and taken off the nest to take these pictures, hence the ruffled feathers.

Sire: GB16 P34665 blue bar

Bred by Matt Rakes 

A grandson of Oude Barca, Champion Indy and the super Van Geel pair Devin and Ellen.

A quality cock from a top national winning loft. See the pedigree for more information.

Dam: GB18 D44978 Blue cheque pied

Bred by Matt Rakes.

A line bred granddaughter to Matt's best performing racer, Champion Indy.

A granddaughter of Cees, Champion Indy and the parents to Indy, Super Ton and Laren Lady.

This blue cheq hen is full of nothing but Matt Rakes blood. A national winning family of birds that have been tried and tested at the long distance from over the channel.

(Please note that i am no longer a member of the RPRA, so i'm not sure if the ring can be transferred online)