Grayman Posted June 11, 2016 Report Share Posted June 11, 2016 I fancy having a flag at the tent this year (I won't take it to the gigs because I'm not a dick). Does anyone have any recommendations for flagpoles or makeshift flagpoles? Preferably cheap and one you can dismantle or something to make it easy to carry. Also whether you buy a stake and stick it in the ground or whether you can connect it to the tent or something? Anyone that does this and can give some advice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comfy Bean Posted June 11, 2016 Report Share Posted June 11, 2016 8 minutes ago, Grayman said: I fancy having a flag at the tent this year (I won't take it to the gigs because I'm not a dick). Does anyone have any recommendations for flagpoles or makeshift flagpoles? Preferably cheap and one you can dismantle or something to make it easy to carry. Also whether you buy a stake and stick it in the ground or whether you can connect it to the tent or something? Anyone that does this and can give some advice? Good plan. Makes it easier to find your way home. I can recommend the poles and the stake from this very website. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HalfAnIdiot Posted June 11, 2016 Report Share Posted June 11, 2016 https://www.skyblueleisure.co.uk/acatalog/Telescopic_Poles.html That should sort you out :-) You could add some solar powered fairlights too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerqueen Posted June 11, 2016 Report Share Posted June 11, 2016 I used spare tent poles for mine. I stuck it into the ground and attached it to the actual tent poles securing the tent. I am usually not at all adept at making things but it lasted all the time - my avatar shows my flag proudly flying! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clarkete Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 1 hour ago, HalfAnIdiot said: https://www.skyblueleisure.co.uk/acatalog/Telescopic_Poles.html That should sort you out :-) You could add some solar powered fairlights too! Don't forget the efestivals shop, which helps to keep the site running.http://camping.efestivals.co.uk/festival-flag-poles-33-c.asp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dixietheduck Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 Our flag pole was from the Efests shop and it's great, it's telescopic so packs up and is easy to carry. It came with a ground stake so it doesn't need to be attached to anything else..I can't imagine that would work unless you have a beast of a tent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FuzzyDunlop Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 I dont have a flag, but I don't mind them at the stages.... im in a minority here. I thing too many looks ridiculous, but a few adds to the atmosphere and you kbow where you are Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HalfAnIdiot Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 7 hours ago, clarkete said: Don't forget the efestivals shop, which helps to keep the site running.http://camping.efestivals.co.uk/festival-flag-poles-33-c.asp My bad! Definately check out the efest shop. I would add that the telescopic poles are very light and easy to set up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave_c Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 1 hour ago, FuzzyDunlop said: I dont have a flag, but I don't mind them at the stages.... im in a minority here. I thing too many looks ridiculous, but a few adds to the atmosphere and you kbow where you are I agree, as long as they are on high poles it's fine. It is part of the Glastonbury DNA now and would be weird if people stopped flying them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drchickenburger Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 Attach it to one of your gazebo legs and you should be able to make it nice and sturdy to withstand any bad weather. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennyboi Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 Best bet is used sea fishing poles, cheap telescopic and most are composite (often carbon) so mega light Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spindles Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 I'd say it is almost an essential to have a flag at camp or at least be able to recognise those of your neighbours for those shambolic tent finding moments when you aren't equipped with the best of decision making skills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HalfAnIdiot Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 Dont forget to get a distinctive flag (or better still make your own). You dont want to find you have a PEACE flag amongst a sea of other PEACE flags. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnomicide Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 54 minutes ago, HalfAnIdiot said: Dont forget to get a distinctive flag (or better still make your own). You dont want to find you have a PEACE flag amongst a sea of other PEACE flags. We're camped next to the Wales flag. Oh bollocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mollyanne&Mike Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 Thanks for the reminder, our flag pole split last year. Just bought a new one from efestivals- hope it gets here in time for next week!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayman Posted June 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 8 hours ago, bennyboi said: Best bet is used sea fishing poles, cheap telescopic and most are composite (often carbon) so mega light Are these hollow? i.e will it be able to go over a stake? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennyboi Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 17 minutes ago, Grayman said: Are these hollow? i.e will it be able to go over a stake? Yeah, the one I had had an end cap that could be removed. As long as the stake was the right diameter. I didn't do this I just found a little dip in the ground & used guide ropes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibbul Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 I use a fishing rod aswell. Nice and light. Cheap if you can find one that no one wants . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grayman Posted June 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 16 minutes ago, bennyboi said: Yeah, the one I had had an end cap that could be removed. As long as the stake was the right diameter. I didn't do this I just found a little dip in the ground & used guide ropes. Ordered a stake which is 10mm diameter. Decathlon do 3m long telescopic fishing poles, 20mm diameter for £4.99.... So going to get one of those tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bennyboi Posted June 12, 2016 Report Share Posted June 12, 2016 Just the job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Familiar2billions Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 Is anyone coming up with new designs for their flags this year, or sticking with a trusted old faithfull you just cant bare to leave at home? Ive had a flag i designed featuring Ricky from the Canadian comedy Trailer Park Boys for the past two years, but it's time for a change. Ive got a Simpsons themed idea in mind which i'll probably go with this time round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnomicide Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 I'll be sticking with my House Bolton / Bearded Theory combo. Strictly by the tent, couldn't be arsed carrying them round all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woffy Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 (edited) Edited March 14, 2017 by Woffy Fucking dumb phone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Woffy Posted March 14, 2017 Report Share Posted March 14, 2017 2 minutes ago, Gnomicide said: I see now why you might be Welsh-ist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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