10/05/2026
Fresh from the Nest at Doigh Nadair 🥚💚
Did you know unwashed eggs have a natural protective coating called the “bloom” (or cuticle)? This invisible layer seals the shell’s pores and helps protect the egg from bacteria naturally.
When eggs are washed, that protective layer is removed, making the shell more porous and reducing shelf life.
🥚 Unwashed eggs
• Can last 2 weeks–1 month at room temperature
• 3–6 months in the fridge
🥚 Washed eggs
• Must be refrigerated
• Usually last around 2 months
✨ Our best advice: keep eggs unwashed until just before you use them.
At Doigh Nadair, our eggs are placed in the shed daily as they’re collected fresh from the nesting boxes. The shed is completely emptied every Sunday, meaning any eggs you buy from us will never be more than 1 week old — much fresher than supermarket eggs, where best-before dates are often set 28 days from laying.
We have a lovely mixed flock here 🐓
Some are young ladies around a year old and laying beautifully, while others — like our beloved Mickey (pictured) at 7 years old — are now happily retired from laying duties 💚
We try to do everything as naturally as possible, using herbal remedies rather than chemicals wherever we can… because you are what you eat 🌿
We’re always happy to answer any questions about our hens, eggs, or how we care for them 😊
