Which version to choose: the correct courtesy flag in UK waters is the Red Ensign – the British civil ensign flown at sea by merchant ships and yachts. The Union Flag is the land flag and is not normally flown by civilian vessels. The plain Red Ensign is also a safe courtesy flag in most British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies.
The flag of the United Kingdom also called the Union Flag is composed of the elements representing its constituent countries: England, Scotland and Ireland. The elements are the following (in the same sequence): the red Cross of Saint George, the Saltire of Saint Andrew and the Cross of St Patrick. Wales is not represented since it formed part of the Kingdom of England at the time the flag was designed. The flag was adopted in 1801 what makes it one of the oldest among currently existing flags.
- The flag is easy to hoist and replace.
- Sewn from high-quality 100% knitted polyester.
- Antistatic, soft, UV resistant, fade resistant, wind and moisture resistant.
- Translucent fabric with a mirrored image on the back.
- Photographic quality sublimation printing.
- Outer edges hemmed and double-stitched.
- The hoist is reinforced with corsage tape, with a loop at the top and the bottom.
Available in three sizes:
Size S: 30 x 20 cm (12 x 8 inch)
Size M: 45 x 30 cm (18 x 12 inch)
Size L: 60 x 40 cm (24 x 16 inch)
The actual sizes can vary slightly due to rounding in inches.
If you need a different size, please message us and we will make a flag for you.
