Somerset based The Event Flag Hire Company was founded by Klare, who started the business with a fine art background after more than twenty years working in creative direction and production for festivals and corporate events. Klare recognised a gap for beautifully made, reusable flags and bunting.
Keen eye for colour and fabrics
Now with more than twenty-five years of experience, the team remains small and close-knit, with a keen eye for colour and fabrics. The company's core offering spans several product lines including: Festival flags, Bunting, Bamboo structures, Lighting and special commissions.
Sustainable
Sustainability is central to the brand's identity and they make all its products in the UK, as an environmentally conscious hire-first business model.
Sewers are paid above the living wage, and the company is increasingly moving to using recycled polyester fabric, dyed by a UK partner company.
It works to minimise plastic use throughout its supply chain. Fabric offcuts are not discarded, they are used in children's workshops and repurposed into what the company calls raggle taggle bunting.
High profile clients
As well as small private parties and local community events, past clients include high-profile events such as the Chelsea Flower Show, Glastonbury and Highgrove House.
FAQs: Party Flag Hire - Everything You Need To Know
Why hire flags and bunting for a party?
Hiring flags and bunting is an easy way to transform an outdoor party or event, adding colour, movement and a festive atmosphere. They work particularly well for garden parties, weddings, birthdays, festivals, fêtes and street parties.
What types of flags can you hire for a party?
Party flag hire companies can offer a range of styles, colours and sizes, including colourful festival flags, handmade bunting and decorative bamboo structures. Some companies can also create bespoke flags or special commissions to suit your event.
Can I hire flags for a small private party?
Flags and bunting aren't just for large festivals or corporate events. They can work beautifully for smaller private parties, garden celebrations, weddings and family gatherings too.
How far in advance should I hire party flags?
It's best to book party flags as early as possible, particularly for summer weekends when weddings, garden parties and outdoor events are popular. If you want bespoke colours or a special commission, allow additional time for the design and production process.
Are hired party flags an environmentally friendly choice?
Hiring rather than buying can be a more sustainable option because the flags are designed to be reused for multiple events. Some specialist companies also manufacture their flags in the UK, use recycled fabrics and minimise plastic in their supply chains.
Can flags and bunting be used alongside other party decorations?
Flags and bunting can be combined with lighting, bamboo structures and other outdoor decorations to create a cohesive party setting. Choosing colours that complement your flowers, table decorations or venue can make the overall look feel particularly considered.
