Flags

Custom Printed Advertising Flags

Make your business, event or promotion stand out with our range of custom printed advertising flags.

Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, our promotional flags are ideal for business premises, forecourts, exhibitions, events, retail promotions, sporting venues and outdoor advertising.

Choose from Feather, Crest, Teardrop, Fin and other flag styles, all custom printed with your own branding and artwork.

Browse the range below to find the right flag for your location and campaign.

“Not sure which base you need? Read our guide to choosing the right promotional flag base.”

Custom Printed Promotional Flags

Promotional flags are one of the most eye-catching ways to advertise a business, event or special promotion.

Their combination of height, colour and movement helps attract attention from pedestrians and passing traffic, making them particularly effective outside business premises, at events and in busy promotional locations.

Sussex Banners supplies a range of custom printed flag styles designed for different environments, budgets and levels of visual impact.

Advertising Flags for Businesses

Printed flags can be used by almost any organisation that wants to increase visibility.

Typical applications include:

• Car dealerships and forecourts
• Retail stores
• Garden centres
• Business premises
• Hotels and hospitality venues
• Schools and universities
• Exhibitions
• Festivals
• Sporting events
• Charity events
• Property developments
• Visitor attractions
• Product launches
• Corporate events
• Open days

A series of branded flags can be particularly effective around entrances, driveways and larger outdoor promotional areas.

Feather Flags

Feather flags are among the most popular styles of promotional flag.

Their tall, narrow shape provides a large printed area without requiring a substantial amount of ground space, making them useful for businesses, events and exhibitions.

They are available in different sizes and can be paired with suitable bases depending on the intended location.

Crest Flags

Crest Flags have a distinctive curved profile that provides a large visible graphic area.

They can work especially well for forecourt advertising, retail promotions and business entrances, where several flags can be positioned together to create a strong visual presence.

Teardrop Flags

The rounded shape of a Teardrop Flag keeps the graphic relatively tensioned and creates a distinctive promotional display.

They're commonly used for events, businesses, outdoor promotions and sporting applications.

Fin & Other Promotional Flag Styles

Different flag shapes create different visual effects.

Our wider range includes additional styles such as Fin Flags and other promotional flag systems, allowing you to choose a design that best complements your branding and the space available.

Custom Printed Flag Graphics

Your promotional flag can be printed using your own artwork and branding.

Graphics can incorporate:

• Company logos
• Brand colours
• Promotional messages
• Photography
• Product imagery
• Sponsor logos
• Website addresses
• QR codes
• Calls to action

Using consistent artwork across several flags can create a particularly strong branded environment.

Single-Sided & Double-Sided Flags

Many promotional flags use a single printed polyester graphic.

With this construction, a proportion of the printed image shows through to the reverse, where it will normally appear mirrored.

Selected flag products may also be available with a double-sided construction, using two printed graphics with a blockout layer between them.

Because double-sided graphics are heavier, always check the individual product specifications, base requirements and warranty conditions before ordering.

Indoor & Outdoor Flag Displays

Many of our promotional flag systems can be used both indoors and outdoors when combined with an appropriate base.

Different base options may be available for:

• Hard ground
• Soft ground
• Indoor floors
• Temporary outdoor locations

The correct base will depend on the size of flag, surface and intended environment.

Choosing the Right Advertising Flag

The best flag for your business depends on several factors, including the amount of space available, required height, viewing direction and whether the display will be used indoors or outdoors.

Also consider how often the flag will be transported and whether it will be installed permanently or only used for particular events.

If you're unsure, tell us where the flag will be positioned and what you're trying to achieve and we'll help you choose an appropriate option.

Wind & Weather

Outdoor promotional flags are exposed to wind, rain, sunlight and pollution.

Always follow the wind-rating and weather guidance for the individual flag product, as ratings and suitable bases can vary between systems.

Flags should be dismantled in weather conditions that exceed the manufacturer's recommended limits.

Taking flags down during poor weather can also help extend the working life of the graphic and pole system.

Replacement Flag Graphics

If your pole and base remain in good condition but your branding changes, replacement graphics may be available for selected systems.

This can be useful for:

• Seasonal promotions
• Rebranding
• Changing sponsors
• New product launches
• Event-specific campaigns

Check compatibility with your existing flag system before ordering.

Why Choose Sussex Banners?

With over 30 years of experience in large-format printing and display graphics, Sussex Banners produces custom printed promotional flags for businesses, retailers, event organisers and organisations throughout Sussex and across the UK.

Our range includes multiple flag shapes, heights and base options, allowing you to select a system that suits both your branding and intended location.

From a single advertising flag outside a business to a coordinated collection for a major event or forecourt, we can produce the printed graphics to your artwork and requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of advertising flag should I choose?

This depends on the location, available space and the appearance you want. Feather, Crest, Teardrop and Fin styles all create slightly different shapes and levels of visual impact.

Can you print my company logo on a flag?

Yes. Our promotional flags can be custom printed with your logo, brand colours, imagery and marketing message.

Are advertising flags suitable outdoors?

Many are designed for outdoor use when fitted with an appropriate base. Always follow the wind and weather guidance for the individual product.

What is the difference between Feather and Teardrop Flags?

The main difference is their shape. Feather flags have a taller flowing profile, while Teardrop Flags have a more rounded, tensioned shape.

Can promotional flags be used indoors?

Yes. Many systems can be used indoors with a suitable base.

Are flags printed on both sides?

Standard single-layer polyester flags commonly provide image show-through onto the reverse, where the design appears mirrored. Selected systems may also offer a true double-sided option.

Can I replace the flag graphic later?

Replacement graphics are available for many flag systems, subject to compatibility with the existing pole and hardware.

How long will an outdoor flag last?

Lifespan depends heavily on weather, UV exposure, hours of use and how the flag is cared for. Check the individual product page for specific guidance.

Can you help me choose the right flag and base?

Yes. Tell us the flag location, surface, intended use and approximate size you're considering and we can help recommend a suitable combination.