Coffin Drape Loan Request
Official Swansea City AFC coffin drapes are available for all families of departed fans to use at their funerals. There is no fee. Simply book the dates you need it for, collect your drape on the date you've chosen, and return it to us by the return date. That's all you need to do. There is no fee. This service is provided and paid for by Swansea's flag brand MrFlag® and authorised by Swansea City AFC.
Wales Online. 6 April 2015
Swansea til I die!
A flag maker has created a coffin drape for Swansea City's most committed supporters
Loyal Swansea City fans can now take their love for Garry Monk’s men to the grave. Swansea flag-making firm MrFlag has designed a coffin drape to give the club’s most committed supporters their dying wish.
Owner Charles Ashburner said he had spent years telling fans “no” when they asked for Swansea City coffin drapes. But the firm has now combined with the Premier League to come up with a flag that means in future he won’t have to turn any away.
He said: “The Swans have the best fans in the world — and the most dedicated. I’ve been making flags in Swansea since 1992 and my company MrFlag has been approached many times by the families of fans who have passed away, with requests to make coffin drapes with the Swans logo on. The Swans logo is a registered trademark, so we’ve always felt obliged to say no.”
Mr Ashburner told the South Wales Evening Post he had worked with the club to design the drape. The drape uses a 19×12 chequered border to reflect the year of the club’s founding.
Families can now loan the flag for funerals for free – Mr Ashburner said the firm decided to make the loans free because they want to give something back to fans. To book a loan of the drape call 01792 650044, or email info@mrflag.com, or call in to MrFlag’s shop near the city centre.
"Just want to say a massive thank you and well done for yesterday. Each and every member of the flag crew played an important role in creating a really special atmosphere at the game.We had the eyes of the world on us and everyone in the flag crew did themselves, the crew and the club proud."
"On behalf of the club, I want to take a moment to say a huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to the flag crew during the 2024-25 season. Thank you for your dedication in all weathers, temperatures and at all kick-off times – it is hugely appreciated. The displays are an important part of the matchday experience, and you’ve helped us mark some key milestones this season including the sendoff for club legends Joe Allen and Kyle Naughton. We look forward to doing it all again in 2025-26. Havea lovely summer, and see you very soon! Diolch."
"What a fantastic difference your giant corner flags make! We are all most grateful that you were willing and able to turn this idea into reality so swiftly. The enthusiasm of you and your crew members has been noted!"
