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Our maintenance team have been busy recently. Here at Piggotts, we are proud of our heritage, and our history, which...
Flags for all occasions Where are you from? Who do you support? Whatever the cause, we are here to make...
After winning an exciting game against Fiji, the England rugby team have booked a well deserved place in the semi...
Our team were recently back at the famous British Library, where we share a very good, long term relationship. Scaffolding...
The Rugby World Cup kicks off in France on the 8th of September with the opening match between France and...
Our team are always ready for installation jobs, whether they are on top of Church towers, or ground mounted flagpoles....
Eco-living has quickly become a focus for many of us across the world, with many businesses and individuals making pledges...
2022 will mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee which is a celebration of 70 years in service as Britain’s monarch. Queen...
A windsock is typically used to measure which direction the wind blows. Whilst the majority of people will relate to...
Branding packages play an important role in how you present yourself and your business. Beyond just a memorable logo, brand...
Piggotts would like to say a very big thank you to all of our clients, partners and suppliers for your...
Here at Piggotts we are passionate about sustainability and how we can contribute as a business. As a leading international...
There are very few British establishments that have been operating since the 18th century; Twining’s, Sotheby’s and Fortnum & Mason...
Flagpoles are an investment, and with regular care, maintenance, and servicing they can stay strong and looking great for many...
Global expeditioner, Sacha Dench, is attempting to circumnavigate around mainland Britain from Glasgow on June 18th, flying anti-clockwise around the...
The national flag of the United Kingdom, the Crown Dependencies and Overseas Territories is the Union Flag, which may also...
International Women’s day is a special day celebrating the achievements of women who have played a huge part in...
A truncated cone of textile mounted on a mast so that it is free to rotate about a vertical axis to indicate the local wind direction. Look back in time Although it is unclear...
Corporate signage is extremely important for your business branding, whether you’re a company steeped in history or a new one...
Christmas print advertising has a vital role to play in festive marketing, whether it’s via billboards, leaflets, stickers or magazine...
If you had told any of us that just six months ago that our whole world would be turned upside...
Dates for flying the Union Flag on UK government buildings in 2020 9 January Birthday of the Duchess of...
TRANSFORM YOUR FLAG POLE THIS CHRISTMAS! It’s nearly that time of year again when the days get shorter and...
Flag Protocol of the United Kingdom The UK Flag protocol is based on custom and practice rather than by statute...
On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress passed an act establishing an official flag for the new nation. The resolution...
Your flagpole is an investment, and with proper care and maintenance, it can stay looking great for many years. A...
PVC is proven popular as a cost effective promotional display tool for a range of locations. As a material, it...
Piggotts Flags & Branding Ltd is fortunate to have a long-standing, very good relationship with the famous British Library, which...
Friday the 26th April 2019 brings the movie Crown Vic to the Tribeca Film Festival for its world première. http://www.tribecafilm.com/filmguide/crown-vic-2019...
The story of St George, the patron saint of England, is a legend that has been told for centuries, how...
Piggotts Flags & Branding Ltd are experts in high quality building and scaffold banners. Our Banners, Building Wraps and Signs...
Considering the wind and rain received this week thanks to Storm Gareth we thought we would re publish the details...
There is something about a windsock that seems simple, but deceptively so. On closer inspection, a windsock can seem like...
There is a myriad of purposes for both commercial or personal use of flagpoles which require a degree of thought...
Choosing a windsock supplier It’s important to choose a good supplier of windsocks and there are several determinants that qualify...
We thought we would start 2019 with a blog on some flag world records. Yes, believe it or not there...
Dates for flying the Union Flag on UK government buildings in 2018 9 January Birthday of the Duchess of Cambridge...
PVC is proven popular as a cost effective promotional display tool for a range of locations. As a material, it...
It’s that time again when Piggotts Flags and Branding Ltd gets wrapped up in the silly season nice and early....
Beaufort scale, in full Beaufort wind force scale, scale devised in 1805 by Commander (later Admiral and Knight Commander of the...
Piggotts Flags & Branding Ltd is fortunate to have a long-standing, very good relationship with the famous British Library, which...
Your flagpole is an investment, and with proper care and maintenance, it can stay looking great for many years. A...
Where are windsocks used? Aviation: small airports and airfields Medical transportation and helipads Petrochemical plants and oil rigs Offshore platforms...
TRANSFORM YOUR FLAG POLE THIS CHRISTMAS! It’s nearly that time of year again when the days get shorter and...
Why do we have flags? 1) Where does the use of flags come from? In earlier centuries, people decorated their...
Are you planning to promote your products or services at an exhibition or trade show? This can be a wise...
Flags are designed to simply be a representation of whatever you are wanting to display, be proud of, support or...
When flying a flag or banner outside your home or business, it is important to take the appropriate steps to...
On June 14, 1777, the Continental Congress passed an act establishing an official flag for the new nation. The resolution...
Piggotts Flags & Branding Limited has made and supplied flags to the ever popular and world famous Harrods store in...
This year the World Cup takes place between 14th June to 15th July and in order to celebrate this plus...
With the right planning and preparation, exhibitions are the ideal place to launch a new product or service, or gain...
Plans for a Veterans’ Day were announced in February 2006 by then Chancellor of the Exchequer, Gordon Brown, who said...
The World Cup is arguably the world’s most widely viewed sporting event. It takes place every four years to determine...
You could argue that by far the most recognisable flag in the world is our very own Union Jack. As...
In the early 17th century, “Jolly Roger” had been a term used for a cheerful, friendly fellow but it seems...
Recently I had a very nice conversation with a company about their flag and their very unique logo. Over the...
The story of St George, the patron saint of England, is a legend that has been told for centuries, how...
Your flagpole is an investment, and with proper care and maintenance, it can stay looking great for many years. A...
We often get asked about special and respected days for when to fly the Union Flag. The short answer is...
The first rainbow flag was designed in 1978 by Gilbert Baker, a San Francisco artist, in response to calls by...
Semaphore is a visual method of communication that involves signalling the alphabet or numbers by the hand-holding of two flags...
The history of the white flag and its use for surrender was something I was contemplating, so I thought I...
A history of the Royal Air Force On April 1, 1918, the Royal Air Force (RAF) is formed with the...
Recently Piggotts Flags & Branding Limited received a call from Royal Ascot (who we have a long-standing relationship with to...
In recent years the forecourt flag, feather flag, sail flag, teardrop flag, blade flag and others have become a very...
A flag is directly linked to the entity that is normally displayed upon it. It conveys, reinforcing the notion and...
On a Speaker’s Platform When displayed from a staff, on a speaker’s platform, the senior national flag should be placed...
In Front of and On a Building Where there are two or more flagpoles parallel to the building line, the...
A short while ago we wrote about what permissions were required for flags and the installation of them, then last...
A short while ago we were asked to be a part of a refurbishment of the Nespresso Coffee Shop in...
Piggotts Flags & Branding and Parliament. At Piggotts Flags & Branding Limited we consider every order and every customer special:...
It’s that time again when Piggotts Flags and Branding Ltd gets wrapped up in the silly season nice and early....
In last week’s blogs we explored what requirements there are for flying flags and some of the permissions that are...
As flag makers and installers we are often asked at Piggotts & Branding Ltd, “what permissions are required for a...
Piggotts Flags & Branding Ltd is fortunate to have a long-standing, very good relationship with the famous British Library, which...
A short while ago, Cambridge University Hospital came to Piggotts Flags and Branding Ltd to ask for our support in...
When most people think of flags they tend to imagine their national flag. The study of flags is known as...
TRANSFORM YOUR FLAG POLE THIS CHRISTMAS! It’s nearly that time of year again when the days get shorter and the...
You may or may not know from our company details, but Piggotts has been around for a very long time....
Believe it or not there are more than one type of flag pole. You could have a vertical flag pole...
If you have an existing flag pole that has been installed either by Piggotts Flags & Branding Ltd or by...
Harrods is arguably one of the most well-known department stores in the world. Known for its heritage, quality and diversity...
Where are windsocks used? Aviation: small airports and airfields Medical transportation and helipads Petrochemical plants and oil rigs Offshore platforms...
We understand corporate standards, the importance of communicating a persuasive and consistent brand message and successfully capturing your audience’s attention;...
The story of St George, the patron saint of England, is a legend that has been told for centuries, how...
Flags and Flagpoles Branded flags and outdoor advertising banners are one of the most successful means of not only marketing...
Advertising banners are an increasingly popular way of advertising brands. They are a versatile and cost effective way of visualising...
Piggotts Flags & Branding is one of UK’s renowned suppliers of quality commercial flagpoles, manufactured from aluminium and fibreglass in...
Piggotts Flags & Banners is a nationwide supplier of complete flagpole services – from design through manufacture to installation and flagpole...
With plenty of time ahead of us to get ready for the summer party season, we’ve lined up a list...
Windsocks nowadays include a wide range of safety products that are manufactured from various fabrics and materials depending on their...
Leading flag, banner and marquee provider, Piggotts, will be providing all of the flags for the Harrods Winter Sale for...
At Piggotts, we know how important raising a flag for a particular day or event is. We also know that...
Piggotts are thrilled to be working with the Evening Standard to introduce new branded flags to their famous news stands...
Piggotts Flags and Branding have some fantastic promotions to offer you this Winter season, just in time for Christmas. Free...
Winter is coming and Piggotts want you to be ready with your flag pole maintenance. Are you aware that as...
We are pleased to say that we are now stocking halloween bunting – the perfect addition for your indoor and...
We are offering 10% off all of our banners throughout autumn! All you need to do is design your artwork...