Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Cheltenham Bowling Club (“we”, “us”, “our”) is committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect your information when you use our website or contact us.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and all relevant privacy legislation.

2. Who we are

Cheltenham Bowling Club

Unwin Pavilion, Ashburne Bowling Green, Suffolk Square, Cheltenham, GL50 2DX

Tel: 01242 524164

Email: bcsecretary@outlook.com

3. What personal data we collect

We may collect the following information when you interact with our website or contact us:

• Name and contact details (email, phone number)
• Information submitted via contact forms
• Membership enquiries or application details
• Technical data such as IP address, browser type, and device information
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent on site, navigation paths)
• Any information you voluntarily provide

4. How we use your data

We use your personal data to:

• Respond to enquiries
• Manage membership and club administration
• Provide updates, news, or event information
• Improve our website and user experience
• Maintain security and prevent misuse
• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We do not sell or share your data with thirdparty marketers.

5. Legal basis for processing

We process your data under one or more of the following lawful bases:

• Consent – when you submit a form or request information
• Contract – when managing membership or event participation
• Legitimate interests – improving our services and website
• Legal obligation – where required by law

6. Data sharing

We may share data only when necessary with:

• Bowls England and Gloucestershire Bowls Association for sport administration
• Service providers who support our website or IT systems
• Legal or regulatory bodies when required

We never share data for marketing purposes.

7. Data storage & security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. Data is stored securely and only retained for as long as necessary.

8. Your rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Object to processing
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at bcsecretary@outlook.com.

9. Links to external websites

Our website may contain links to thirdparty sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies.

10. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.