I prefer traditional because my chickens never figured out how to use a nipple.
I would say hang or elevate the water off the ground.
My chickens don’t usually get bedding wet unless if it’s on the ground and the scratch around.
Totally understand!
I don’t personally know anyone from Scotland so I’m afraid I can’t help.
Probably but I’m not on facebook enough to tell you which one lol.
I don’t know if anyone who is currently selling those eggs, but have you checked any online hatcheries ? If you like I can also recommend you some. But also, please be careful when you look online because there’s a lot of spam.