BANNERS have sprung up throughout a South Cumbrian town signalling the start of its festival season.

The Ulverston Flag Fortnight has got the town in a flutter after a rainbow of flags sprung up through the town.

Businesses, shops and local landmarks throughout the town now have their own flag, decorated with emblems that express what they do.

A cactus flies high above Amigos Mexican restaurant, and two silver fish flutter in the breeze above Ulverston institution, the Chippy Bank.

Go to www.nwemail.co.uk to see more pictures of the wonderful display of flags.