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  1. Tour of Britain 2016

    Tour of Britain 2016
    The 13th Tour of Britain starts on Sunday 4th September 2016 until Sunday 11th September 21016. The Tour of Britain is Britain’s national Tour and is the UK’s highest ranked cycle race attracting the world’s top riders to race on UK roads. There will be 3 hours live coverage of the race every day by ITV4. List of teams for...
  2. Can I Buy an Olympic Flag?

    Can I Buy an Olympic Flag?
    The Olympic Games is the one sporting occasion which truly brings together all nations from around the globe. Rio 2018 will bring together 205 countries (plus Chinese Tai Pei and refugee Olympic athletes competing under a neutral flag). As flag sellers we are asked the same question on a daily basis, ‘Do you sell the Olympic flag?’ The answer, unfortunately...
  3. Union Jack Flag Facts

    Union Jack Flag Facts
    One of the greatest and most iconic flags to grace a pole has to be the resplendent Union flag, otherwise known as the Union Jack. Standing as a symbol of patriotism and pride in the Great British nation, the Union Jack was seen in its thousands during Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee and 90th birthday celebrations. You will...
  4. How To Stand Out From The Crowd!

    How To Stand Out From The Crowd!
    Stand out from the Crowd with a Custom Flag! Anyone who has been to a music festival such as the Leeds / Reading Festival, T in the Park or Glastonbury (to name just a few) will know all too well the problems of finding friends in the huge crowds after queueing for an age at the beer tent or just...
  5. FIFA World Cup 2018 - Qualifying

    FIFA  World Cup 2018 - Qualifying
    As the memories of Euro 2016 start to fade, the world of international football will now focus on the upcoming World Cup qualifiers. Ireland, Northern Ireland and especially Wales can look back on an amazing Euros campaign after exceeding all expectations and lighting up the tournament with their great sportsmanship, enthusiastic singing and (not forgetting) some wonderful, amusing and colourful...
  6. Gay Pride Events - August 2016

    Gay Pride Events - August 2016
    GAY PRIDE EVENTS CALENDER - AUGUST 2016 BELFAST PRIDE – The event runs from 25th July to 7th August. The 2016 Belfast Pride Parade takes place on 6th August and is the biggest single parade in Belfast. Belfast City Hall will be lit up like a rainbow for the Pride event. BRIGHTON PRIDE – 6 – 7th August 2016. Hove...
  7. Gay Pride Events - July 2016

    Gay Pride Events - July 2016
    GAY PRIDE EVENTS CALENDER - JULY 2016 NORTH WALES PRIDE 2016 – Hendre Hall, BANGOR North Wales from 1st – 3rd July 2016. Onsite camping is available during the festival. Acts appearing are Stooshe and Crystal Bawls along with a stalls area. EXMOUTH PRIDE – 2nd July 2016, Manor Gardens, Exmouth. Free event during the day. Family festival starting at...
  8. The Official Euro 2016 Song.

    The Official Euro 2016 Song.
    'This One's For You!' is the official song recorded by pop superstar David Guetta and is guaranteed to be stuck in the head of all avid footy fans by the end of the summer. It will be performed at both the opening and closing ceremonies of Euro 2016, as well as at a free concert on the Champs de Mars...
  9. Footy & a Pint - a great British (or Irish) Night!

    Footy & a Pint - a great British (or Irish) Night!
    The best way by far to watch all the action at Euro 2016 will be to catch a train or board a plane, travel to the host country (France) and soak up the electric atmosphere which can only be experienced by actually being in the French cities along with other like-minded fans from all over Europe. For the majority of...
  10. ROI Flags at Euro 2016

    ROI Flags at Euro 2016
    The Republic of Ireland are off to Euro 2016 in June, and will bring with them the Green Army of fans who are sure to add a sense of fun to the competition. Over the past few years, the Boys in Green of Ireland have gained a reputation for their amusing taste in flags; who can forget the giant tri-colour...