You will have probably seen the range of flags that the Council puts up, mostly in King Street and Queen Street, throughout the year.  Some, like the Union Flag, are flown when we commemorate significant national events such as Remembrance Sunday or the Coronation.  Others celebrate the many clubs, societies and groups that we’re lucky enough to have in our community.

We have a town flag but it’s become rather dated so now’s your chance to design a new flag for Southwell, highlighting what you feel is great about our town. The design could celebrate its heritage or its environment or an aspect you feel captures the heart of our lovely town.

We have a few simple rules,

• The background will need to be dark green, with a simple symbol.
• “Southwell” needs to be included in the design.
• The competition is open to any resident of Southwell, or anyone with strong links to the town.
• The copyright will be owned by STC.
• The closing date for entries is Friday February 27th 2026 at 11am.
• The Market & Events Working Group will judge the designs.
• The prize will be a £50 gift voucher to be spent in Southwell.

Please submit your entry on paper by posting it to Southwell Town Council, The Old Courthouse, The Burgage, NG25 0EP

Or email admin@southwell-tc.gov.uk as a PDF or Word file.

The winning entry will be featured in the March issue of The Bramley.

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