FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Flag Buying
How can I find a flag for a specific country?
Enter the country name in the store’s search bar, then check the product listing for the size and style you need. If you can’t find it, contact us with the country name and the type of flag you’re looking for.
Are your flags printed on both sides?
Flag and Bunting Store flags are double-sided. They are printed onto the front of the flag so a perfect mirror image appears on the reverse.
Why should I choose a sleeve flag?
Sleeve flags don't have eyelets; instead, they have a narrow sleeve on the fly (left-hand) side into which a pole or stick can be inserted (pole or stick not supplied). Sleeved flags can also be pinned to a wall or board.
Why should I choose a flag with eyelets?
Eyelet flags have 2 metal rings on the fly (left-hand) side for attaching to a flag pole or displaying on a length of rope or wire. They can also be pinned to a wall or board.
Can I fly your flags outdoors?
Flag and Bunting Store flags are suitable for outdoor use, e.g. flying on a flag pole, as they are made from lightweight yet durable fabric, with vibrant, fade-resistant colours.
In very extreme weather, you should take any flag down to reduce wear and extend its life.
Tip - we don't recommend flying an 8x5 ft permanently on a flag pole because of the volume of material.
Can I display a flag indoors?
Yes, our flags are perfect for displaying indoors, as they are lightweight and suitable for pinning to walls or boards, or hanging on a line (by running a cord or wire through the two metal eyelets). The flags are perfect for school assembly halls, churches and exhibition spaces.
What is the difference between a display flag and a hand flag?
A display flag is intended for a wall,
flagpole or larger presentation. A hand flag is smaller and supplied for waving at events; check each product's dimensions and fittings.
What flags, bunting and handwaver flags can I buy?
Flag and Bunting Store sells country flags, bunting and handwaver flags for celebrations, sporting events, displays and other occasions. Search for a country to see the products and options currently available.
What is the difference between a flag, bunting and a handwaver flag?
A flag is a single item for displaying a design. Bunting is a length of smaller flags used to decorate a space. A handwaver is a small flag intended to be held, often at an event or celebration.
Flag Sizes and Care
What size flag should I buy?
A 5ft × 3ft flag is a versatile choice for
many displays. For smaller spaces, consider 3ft × 2ft or 18 × 12 inches; measure the display area and check the product size before ordering.
Is 5ft × 3ft a standard flag size?
Flag and Bunting Store 5ft × 3ft flags are a reliable, all-purpose size, and the size that many customers choose to put on a flagpole. The right size still depends on the pole and display space.
When should I choose a 3ft × 2ft flag?
Choose a Flag and Bunting Store 3ft × 2ft flag when a 5ft × 3ft flag would be too large for the space, or when you are displaying a large number of flags from around the world and space is limited. 3 ft × 2 ft flags are perfect for smaller flagpoles and can be hung using the two metal eyelets.
What size flag works in a small room?
An 18 × 12-inch or 3ft × 2ft flag can suit a
smaller room and looks great pinned to the wall.
What size flag suits a large display?
For a larger venue, choose a 5ft × 3ft flag or an 8ft x 5ft flag (8ft x 5ft flags are available in all our most popular countries and designs).
Allow space for the flag to hang or fly without touching nearby objects.
How do I measure a flag?
Flag dimensions are normally given as width along the top edge by height. Convert the listed feet or inches to centimetres if needed and measure the place where it will hang.
How do I attach a flag with eyelets to my flag pole?
To attach a flag with metal eyelets (grommets) to a flagpole or building-mounted pole, either:
- Tie each end of your halyard (rope) to the flag using the metal eyelets on the fly side of the flag
- Use rotating mounting rings or carabiner clips, if you have them
- Or (for a quick and easy option) cable tie the flag to your pole through the metal eyelets
How can I help an outdoor flag last longer?
Inspect the attachments, avoid snagging and bring the flag in during severe wind or weather.
World and British Flags
Do you sell flags from around the world?
Yes. Flag and Bunting Store sells flags from more than 200 countries and regions, with different sizes and styles across its range. Search for the country or region you need.
Can I buy a Union Jack flag?
Yes. Flag and Bunting Store has Union Jacks in 6 different sizes and sells to individuals and organisations across the UK.
Do you sell England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland flags?
Yes. Flag and Bunting Store sells England flags, Scotland flags (including Lion Rampant), Wales flags, and Northern Ireland flags, alongside other British and regional designs. Most flags are available in up to 6 different sizes.
Can I buy UK county flags?
Yes. Flag and Bunting Store sells British County and regional flags online. Search by county name using 'search this store' at the top left of this page.
Do you stock military flags and ensigns?
Yes. Flag and Bunting Store stocks a wide variety of military flags, regimental flags, and ensigns. They are widely bought ahead of Remembrance Day services, VE Day and VJ Day commemorations, plus Royal and official events.
Do you sell country flag packs?
Yes. Flag and Bunting Store sell packs of flags for groups of countries, continents, regions and sporting events. Buying flags in packs usually saves money over buying the flags individually and is quicker and easier too! Click here for the full range.
Where can I buy several national flags in the UK?
Flag and Bunting Store sells individual national flags and selected packs. Search by country, compare sizes or contact us if our packs don't quite meet your needs.
Schools and organisations
What flags work for an international school day?
Choose the countries represented at your
school, then match the format to the activity: we have country flags for international days, mock UN conferences, classrooms, cultural events, sports days and educational displays.
Can a school order flags of several countries?
Flag and Bunting Store supplies national flags, to a wide range of schools and universities. Choose from flag packs and mixed-nation bunting, or send us your list of countries and we'll create an order for you.
What flags suit a classroom display?
3ft x 2ft (90 x 60cm) display flags and table flags fit a classroom perfectly, while 5ft x 3ft flags are more suited to assembly halls, sports halls and entrances. Take a look at our size guide here.
How do I plan flags for a multinational event?
List out the countries you want to include, then decide between individual flags and multi-nation bunting, then check your available space and room height, etc. Flag and Bunting Store's Flag Packs make ordering simple and are themed to a variety of international events.
Bunting
What types of bunting do you sell?
Flag and Bunting Store sells national,
British, mixed-nation, multi-coloured, chequered and event bunting. Browse our complete bunting range for current designs and lengths.
How much bunting do I need?
Measure the route you want to decorate,
then allow extra length for draping, corners and fixing points. Our national flag bunting comes in 6 metre and 9 metre lengths that can be easily tied together.
How do I hang bunting?
Fix your bunting securely to suitable points using the tie lengths on each end, and allow enough drape for the look you want. For outdoor use, keep it away from traffic, power lines and places where it could snag. Always hang out of reach of children.
Can bunting be used outside?
Bunting is suitable for indoor and outdoor use; however, it will deteriorate in high winds (we recommend taking it down ahead of bad weather).
Can I join several lengths of bunting?
Several lengths can be tied or fastened together for a longer display, using the tie lengths provided at each end of the bunting.
What is multi-nation and mixed-nation bunting?
Mixed-nation bunting and multi-nation bunting are terms used to describe bunting containing several national flag designs along one length. For example, Flag and Bunting Store's range includes bunting containing all Caribbean nations, all African nations, or special bunting for sporting events and occasions such as the Rugby Six Nations. Check each product for the included countries and total length.
Do you sell Union Jack bunting?
Flag and Bunting Store's Union Jack bunting is part of their British bunting range. It is available in standard size (3m, 6, and 9m), and giant size (with 45x30cm large flags) measuring 18m long.
Do you sell plain coloured bunting?
Flag and Bunting Store's bunting range includes plain and multicoloured options. Check the current shades and dimensions before matching them to an event theme.
Handwavers and desk flags
What is a handwaving flag?
A handwaving flag is a smaller flag
intended to be held on a stick at an event or celebration. Flag and Bunting Store sells hand wavers in three size options;
What is a table flag?
A table flag is a compact display flag for
a desk, reception counter or conference table. They are available with table flag stands that hold 1 to 5 flags.
Do table flags come with bases?
Flag and Bunting Store gives the option to buy table flags with or without a single-hole base. This means you can buy a flag and a stand separately (choosing 1 to 5 holes to suit your requirements). On each product, select “with base” for a flag with a single-hole stand.
Do you sell bases that take more than 1 flag?
The Flag and Bunting Store's sells bases with two, three, four or five holes for multi flag displays.
Can I use a table flag as a hand flag?
Flag and Bunting Store table flags don't need to be displayed in a stand if you don't want to. They are perfect for waving and are popular as giveaways due to their low unit price.
Do you sell flags for conference tables?
Flag and Bunting Store has desk and
table flags for all nations of the world, together with British, county and regional flags, making them perfect for conferences, school events such as mock United Nations, and corporate days with an international theme. Select bases and the countries you need for the seating plan.
Do you sell larger handwavers?
Flag and Bunting Store has a large hand-wavers range covering all nations of the world in size 18x12 inches (45x30cm) on a 24-inch (60cm) wooden stick.
Many national flags also come in a larger size 3ft x 2 ft (90 x 60 cm), on a white plastic pole. When a larger-size flag is required, don't miss our telescopic flag pole, which holds a 5ft x 3ft flag with eyelets - perfect for parades and demonstrations.
Sports and celebrations
Do you sell flags for rugby events?
Flag and Bunting Store has a Six Nations collection with both flags and bunting, including the Ireland Rugby flag. Every four years, we also have flag packs for the Rugby World Cup, which means you can buy all competing nations' flags at a discount.
What bunting works for a street party?
Depending on the nature of the event (eg British royalty, Notting Hill Carnival, village fetes etc.), choose from our ranges of national, themed or plain & multi-coloured bunting.
Do you stock flags for seasonal celebrations?
Flag and Bunting Store sells event and seasonal flags and bunting, including Christmas, Halloween and national celebrations.
Can I buy Pride flags and bunting?
Flag and Bunting Store sells several Pride designs, including Intersex Progress Pride and the Gay Pride flag, as well as a range of LGBTQ+ flags.
Do you sell chequered flags and bunting?
Flag and Bunting Store sells chequered flags and checked bunting in a variety of chequered colours and supplies race tracks and sporting arenas around the country.
What flags work for a remembrance display?
The most popular flag that Flag and Bunting Store sells for Remembrance is the Lest We Forget flag, whilst many veterans choose from our range of military and regimental flags.
Shipping, Returns & Exchanges
How much is standard UK delivery?
Flag and Bunting Store offer free standard UK Delivery (Royal Mail Tracked 48) on orders of £25 and over. Standard delivery on orders under £25 is £2.50.
How long does standard UK delivery take?
Standard delivery takes 4-6 working days and is sent by Royal Mail Tracked 48.
Do you offer fast delivery, e.g. Next Day UK delivery?
Next Working Day Delivery costs £7.50 and is a tracked service sent by DPD.
Do you offer Saturday delivery?
Saturday delivery costs £15. Orders need to be placed before 2 pm Friday.
Do you deliver to the Channel Islands?
Flag and Bunting Store has two delivery options to the Channel Islands:
Standard Delivery which costs £3 per order and Express Delivery which costs £9 per order.
Website selling prices include UK VAT of 20%, which will be deducted during the checkout process.
Can I return an unused flag?
Flag and Bunting Store's refund policy accepts unused items within 30 days for a refund or exchange, provided they are in perfect saleable condition.
Can I exchange bunting?
Flag and Bunting Store's refund policy allows an exchange of unused goods within 30 days if they are in perfect saleable condition.
Is return postage free?
No, customers arrange returns at their own cost and should retain proof of postage.
Will my original delivery charge be refunded for items returned?
If you're returning a complete order within 30 days, we'll refund any standard delivery costs (excluding Priority and Express delivery) you paid us.
Where should I send a return?
The return address is Flag and Bunting
Store, Unit 2 House 2, Lynderswood Farm, Lynderswood Lane, Braintree, CM77 8JT.
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