AN EXPLICIT protest flag has been spotted flying in the centre of Minchinhampton Common this morning (Tuesday, August 28).

The large colourful flag, which refers to US President Donald Trump using explicit language, is clearly visible to anyone approaching the Cirencester Road junction via Brimscombe Hill.

Although the culprit is yet to come forward it would appear that they spent some time securing the protest to the historic sign post near Stroud.

Patrick Coyle of Nailsworth Computers who sent shared the photographs on popular Facebook group Nailsworth chat & Information said that the flag could be seen for some distance.

"It is some kind of protest flag about President Trump," Paddy explained.

"It is very high and can be seen from a long way back.

A video of the flag has also been seen by the SNJ, unfortunately due to the explicit language the paper is unable to share it.

Additional flags are rumoured to have been seen in other locations throughout the Five Valleys.

Have you seen any protest flags around the district? If so please send photos and videos to sarah.watson@newsquest.co.uk