Cookies Policy

Last updated: 30th July 2025

This Cookies Policy explains how Burge’s Meadows uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help the site function properly and provide information to the site owners.

Cookies can be:

First-party cookies – set by the website you are visiting
Third-party cookies – set by another domain (e.g. for analytics or embedded content)

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our website:

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as filling in forms or logging in to secure areas.

Examples include:

Session management
Security and fraud prevention

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site by collecting anonymous information (e.g. pages visited, time spent on site, errors encountered).

We may use tools such as:

Google Analytics

c) Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (e.g. your name on a contact form or your preferences) and provide enhanced features.

d) Marketing and Third-Party Cookies

These may be used by third-party services (e.g. embedded videos, social media sharing buttons) to track your browsing habits across websites.

We do not use targeted advertising cookies, but third-party tools embedded on the site may.

3. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to control cookies in popular browsers:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

4. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools on our site that set their own cookies. These include:

Google Analytics – for performance tracking
Stripe / PayPal – for donation and event payment processing
Mailchimp – for email subscription management
Eventbrite – for event registration

Each third-party provider has its own privacy and cookie policies.

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated date shown at the top.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Email: info@burgesmeadows.org
Website: www.burgesmeadows.org