PATRIOTIC staff at Venmore Thomas & Jones are giving homeowners the chance to fly the flag for England during the World Cup.

The estate agent has redesigned its sale boards from solid red into a patriotic St George's cross - ensuring streets will be lined with England flags.

The boards will also help the NSPCC's Safe Place charity appeal to build a centre for vulnerable children in Merseyside. Every house put up for sale will have one of the boards erected free of charge and existing customers can request a new board - with 100 per cent of the small charge for a replacement going to charity.

Each time England win a game, all the properties with a redesigned board will be entered into a draw and the winner will receive a voucher to have their home sold for free.

The NSPCC is looking to raise £17m for a purpose-built centre.

Venmore Thomas & Jones has branches in Newton and Golborne.