Philip Tibbetts
@vextibbetts.bsky.social
March Pursuivant Extraordinary & Honorary Vexillologist at the Lyon Court | Communities Vexillologist at the Flag Institute | All views my own
My voluntary community flag work and heraldic projects have kept me very busy this last year - and will, of course, be something I continue - but I am pleased to be back in employment, having started with Babcock today, supporting the industry & defence of the nation
November 3, 2025 at 7:46 PM
My voluntary community flag work and heraldic projects have kept me very busy this last year - and will, of course, be something I continue - but I am pleased to be back in employment, having started with Babcock today, supporting the industry & defence of the nation
For #InternationalArtistsDay I wanted to share a recent commission, and it felt particularly apt to display this one which is the first to include my own artist mark, which the patron of this piece had encouraged me to develop.
October 25, 2025 at 12:33 PM
For #InternationalArtistsDay I wanted to share a recent commission, and it felt particularly apt to display this one which is the first to include my own artist mark, which the patron of this piece had encouraged me to develop.
Seen here in Australian skies is a special type of flag used by Scottish Clan Chiefs, known as a pinsel, which may be flown in a Chief's absence by a delegated representative.
October 17, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Seen here in Australian skies is a special type of flag used by Scottish Clan Chiefs, known as a pinsel, which may be flown in a Chief's absence by a delegated representative.
Berwickshire hosted a commemoration for the Burning of the Merse during the Rough Wooing this weekend in the village of Whitsome. A symbolic pyre was lit that evening. A fitting and evocative end to a thought proving day of remembrance and reconciliation.
October 13, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Berwickshire hosted a commemoration for the Burning of the Merse during the Rough Wooing this weekend in the village of Whitsome. A symbolic pyre was lit that evening. A fitting and evocative end to a thought proving day of remembrance and reconciliation.
With the Lyon Court's happy announcement today of the appointment of a new Kintyre Pursuivant - the first for a quarter of a century - this is how the line up of Scottish Officers of Arms now looks; personal shields displayed below each office badge.
October 10, 2025 at 5:19 PM
With the Lyon Court's happy announcement today of the appointment of a new Kintyre Pursuivant - the first for a quarter of a century - this is how the line up of Scottish Officers of Arms now looks; personal shields displayed below each office badge.
Happy International Vexillology Day 🎌
In the same spirit & theme as my post on International Heraldry Day, I thought it would be particularly appropriate to share my current thinking on how the Scottish Saltire would look had it been realised as a Japanese monshō 🏴🇯🇵
In the same spirit & theme as my post on International Heraldry Day, I thought it would be particularly appropriate to share my current thinking on how the Scottish Saltire would look had it been realised as a Japanese monshō 🏴🇯🇵
October 1, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Happy International Vexillology Day 🎌
In the same spirit & theme as my post on International Heraldry Day, I thought it would be particularly appropriate to share my current thinking on how the Scottish Saltire would look had it been realised as a Japanese monshō 🏴🇯🇵
In the same spirit & theme as my post on International Heraldry Day, I thought it would be particularly appropriate to share my current thinking on how the Scottish Saltire would look had it been realised as a Japanese monshō 🏴🇯🇵
It is not yet dark but the sky is already full of stars for the start of golf's Ryder Cup! 🇪🇺 vs 🇺🇲
Best of luck to #TeamEurope
Best of luck to #TeamEurope
September 26, 2025 at 4:40 PM
It is not yet dark but the sky is already full of stars for the start of golf's Ryder Cup! 🇪🇺 vs 🇺🇲
Best of luck to #TeamEurope
Best of luck to #TeamEurope
🏴☠️ For national 'Talk Like a Pirate Day' I thought I'd post this photo from the unveiling of the Girvan Flag where it appears a pirate flying the Jolly Roger was (probably) about to make it's escape from the law behind me!
September 19, 2025 at 6:20 PM
🏴☠️ For national 'Talk Like a Pirate Day' I thought I'd post this photo from the unveiling of the Girvan Flag where it appears a pirate flying the Jolly Roger was (probably) about to make it's escape from the law behind me!
This time last week I was in the stunning surroundings of Carlisle Cathedral, in my capacity with The Flag Institute, to witness the unveiling of the regional community flag for Cumbria; presented to the Lord Lieutenant in a sweet ceremony by the Wetheral Brownies.
September 12, 2025 at 6:18 PM
This time last week I was in the stunning surroundings of Carlisle Cathedral, in my capacity with The Flag Institute, to witness the unveiling of the regional community flag for Cumbria; presented to the Lord Lieutenant in a sweet ceremony by the Wetheral Brownies.
A very moving display of heraldry and other emblems in Tundergarth Kirk, for #opendoorsday yesterday, of many of the organisations that assisted in the aftermath of the PAA103 bombing.
September 8, 2025 at 7:13 PM
A very moving display of heraldry and other emblems in Tundergarth Kirk, for #opendoorsday yesterday, of many of the organisations that assisted in the aftermath of the PAA103 bombing.
Even off duty I cannot help but be drawn to a great flag display, especially one right on my doorstep with yesterday's Border Gathering in Annan
September 1, 2025 at 9:05 PM
Even off duty I cannot help but be drawn to a great flag display, especially one right on my doorstep with yesterday's Border Gathering in Annan
Yesterday my family and I had a fantastic visit to Shambellie House for the Japan-Scotland Community Cultural Festival 🏴🇯🇵
Amongst a huge array of experiences we got to try wearing a Yukata gown. Although not formally heraldic, like monshō, I was taken with the traditional symbolism it incorporated
Amongst a huge array of experiences we got to try wearing a Yukata gown. Although not formally heraldic, like monshō, I was taken with the traditional symbolism it incorporated
August 25, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Yesterday my family and I had a fantastic visit to Shambellie House for the Japan-Scotland Community Cultural Festival 🏴🇯🇵
Amongst a huge array of experiences we got to try wearing a Yukata gown. Although not formally heraldic, like monshō, I was taken with the traditional symbolism it incorporated
Amongst a huge array of experiences we got to try wearing a Yukata gown. Although not formally heraldic, like monshō, I was taken with the traditional symbolism it incorporated
Following the successful recognition of the winner of their flag competition with the The Court of the Lord Lyon, Girvan has been added to this Scottish flag map
August 11, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Following the successful recognition of the winner of their flag competition with the The Court of the Lord Lyon, Girvan has been added to this Scottish flag map
Girvan has become the latest place to raise an official community flag. It has been a joy to work with so many there for the last few months, especially seeing what it meant to the town - including the delighted winning schoolgirl - at the unveiling this weekend
August 4, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Girvan has become the latest place to raise an official community flag. It has been a joy to work with so many there for the last few months, especially seeing what it meant to the town - including the delighted winning schoolgirl - at the unveiling this weekend
Heartwarming to get a photo from good friends showing the wedding present I drew up for them up on their wall.
This uses linked clan crest badges to commemorate the union of their families, placed on a background inspired by their wedding recessional.
This uses linked clan crest badges to commemorate the union of their families, placed on a background inspired by their wedding recessional.
August 1, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Heartwarming to get a photo from good friends showing the wedding present I drew up for them up on their wall.
This uses linked clan crest badges to commemorate the union of their families, placed on a background inspired by their wedding recessional.
This uses linked clan crest badges to commemorate the union of their families, placed on a background inspired by their wedding recessional.
On a very warm day last weekend I was thankful for the hospitality of the Ramsay family at Bamff House in Perthshire who were hosting the Convention of the Baronage of Scotland to whom I was invited to speak on the topic of flags for The Court of the Lord Lyon.
July 18, 2025 at 5:16 PM
On a very warm day last weekend I was thankful for the hospitality of the Ramsay family at Bamff House in Perthshire who were hosting the Convention of the Baronage of Scotland to whom I was invited to speak on the topic of flags for The Court of the Lord Lyon.
My arms have been emblazoned with many types of chain, but never before with a daisy chain which is inspired!
This idea was commissioned with Luke Anderson by Heidi Armitage-Tibbits who had the idea to put a floral spin on my spiral in this homage.
This idea was commissioned with Luke Anderson by Heidi Armitage-Tibbits who had the idea to put a floral spin on my spiral in this homage.
July 11, 2025 at 12:43 PM
My arms have been emblazoned with many types of chain, but never before with a daisy chain which is inspired!
This idea was commissioned with Luke Anderson by Heidi Armitage-Tibbits who had the idea to put a floral spin on my spiral in this homage.
This idea was commissioned with Luke Anderson by Heidi Armitage-Tibbits who had the idea to put a floral spin on my spiral in this homage.
This weekend's Highland Games in Luss saw the first raising of the Learned Kindred of Currie banner of arms.
It is always a delight to be able to provide artwork for a clan, but seeing one fly at a Highland Games was a real treat.
It is always a delight to be able to provide artwork for a clan, but seeing one fly at a Highland Games was a real treat.
July 7, 2025 at 2:54 PM
This weekend's Highland Games in Luss saw the first raising of the Learned Kindred of Currie banner of arms.
It is always a delight to be able to provide artwork for a clan, but seeing one fly at a Highland Games was a real treat.
It is always a delight to be able to provide artwork for a clan, but seeing one fly at a Highland Games was a real treat.
Looking as though we have 'a feather in our cap', following a very productive conversation with the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs 🪶🪶🪶
July 1, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Looking as though we have 'a feather in our cap', following a very productive conversation with the Standing Council of Scottish Chiefs 🪶🪶🪶
⚜️ Maybe the most iconic symbol of heraldry and flags finally bloomed in my garden (after 5 years of waiting!)
June 27, 2025 at 4:26 PM
⚜️ Maybe the most iconic symbol of heraldry and flags finally bloomed in my garden (after 5 years of waiting!)
"Long like the Marches!"
A Riding of the Marches being officially attended by March Pursuivant, maybe for the first time. Honoured to have been invited to Linlithgow, and delighted to get to deliver a very well received proclamation.
A Riding of the Marches being officially attended by March Pursuivant, maybe for the first time. Honoured to have been invited to Linlithgow, and delighted to get to deliver a very well received proclamation.
June 18, 2025 at 6:02 PM
"Long like the Marches!"
A Riding of the Marches being officially attended by March Pursuivant, maybe for the first time. Honoured to have been invited to Linlithgow, and delighted to get to deliver a very well received proclamation.
A Riding of the Marches being officially attended by March Pursuivant, maybe for the first time. Honoured to have been invited to Linlithgow, and delighted to get to deliver a very well received proclamation.
For International Heraldry Day I thought it would be particularly appropriate to share my international fusion of the ancient arms of Scotland in a Japanese monshō inspired emblazonment 🏴🛡️🇯🇵
June 10, 2025 at 12:43 PM
For International Heraldry Day I thought it would be particularly appropriate to share my international fusion of the ancient arms of Scotland in a Japanese monshō inspired emblazonment 🏴🛡️🇯🇵
Not a flag or shield, but very proud to see a local symbol whilst at a wedding in Italy. The wedding breakfast tables were named for iconic walks across Europe and it was wonderful to see the Southern Upland Way amongst them. Indeed, I was a little envious not to be seated there!
June 6, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Not a flag or shield, but very proud to see a local symbol whilst at a wedding in Italy. The wedding breakfast tables were named for iconic walks across Europe and it was wonderful to see the Southern Upland Way amongst them. Indeed, I was a little envious not to be seated there!
Back from a wonderful time in Tuscany, celebrating big events with old friends. Taking the opportunity to represent in the kilt of course.
June 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Back from a wonderful time in Tuscany, celebrating big events with old friends. Taking the opportunity to represent in the kilt of course.
Anyone with connections to the Ayrshire town of Girvan can now vote for the winner in the community's flag competition 🗳️🎌
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May 29, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Anyone with connections to the Ayrshire town of Girvan can now vote for the winner in the community's flag competition 🗳️🎌
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