Cookie & Privacy Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Rowledge Village Hall (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on www.rowledgevillagehall.com (“our website”). It applies to all users visiting the website in the United Kingdom.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember information about your visit. Some cookies are essential to run the website, while others help us understand how the site is used or improve your experience. ICO

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Make the website work properly.
  • Understand how visitors use the website so we can improve it.
  • Remember your cookie preferences.

Types of Cookies We May Use

  1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
    These are essential for the website to function. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. You cannot opt out of these cookies because the site may not work correctly without them.
  2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
    These collect information about how visitors use the website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users get error messages. These cookies help us improve how the site works. We will only set these if you give consent.
  3. Third-Party Cookies
    Some services used on our site (like analytics tools) may place cookies from external providers. These are only set if you consent and we will explain their purpose before they are placed.

How We Use Your Consent

We ask for your consent before placing any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the basic functioning of the website. You can choose which categories of cookies you allow. You can change your preferences at any time.

Managing Cookies
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting the cookie settings on our website. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. If you block cookies, some parts of the site may not function correctly.

More Information

For information about how we protect your personal data and your privacy rights, see our Privacy Policy below. You have the right to access, correct, or delete information collected about you, and to withdraw consent where we rely on it.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy when our practices change. The “Last updated” date at the top of the policy will reflect any changes.

Privacy Policy for Rowledge Village Hall

Last updated: [15/12/2025]

Rowledge Village Hall respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect information when you visit www.rowledgevillagehall.com or contact us.

Who We Are

Rowledge Village Hall is a community venue based in Rowledge, Hampshire.

If you have any questions about this policy or how your data is handled, you can contact us using the details provided on the website.

What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following personal data:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Any information you provide when contacting us via forms or email
• Booking or event enquiry details
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type and pages visited

We only collect data that is necessary for legitimate purposes.

How We Collect Your Data

Your data may be collected when:

• You submit a contact or enquiry form
• You make a booking or event enquiry
• You contact us by email
• You browse the website

How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data to:

• Respond to enquiries
• Manage bookings and events
• Communicate important information about services or events
• Improve the website and user experience
• Meet legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

• Consent
• Contractual necessity
• Legal obligation
• Legitimate interests

You can withdraw consent at any time.

Data Storage and Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse or unauthorised access.

Data is only retained for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data
• Restrict or object to processing
• Withdraw consent
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

More information is available at www.ico.org.uk.

External Links

Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page.