Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2025

Welcome to The Bluebell Circle CIC.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and transparency.This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, use our services, or engage with us online.

1. Who We Are

The Bluebell Circle CIC is a community interest company based in the UK, The Bluebell Circle CIC is a community interest company established to honour the memory of Sofia Le Brunn-Healey by creating a lasting tribute in her name. We are dedicated to regenerating the surrounding area in Halling to benefit the local community, creating spaces that bring people together, promote wellbeing, and celebrate Sofia’s life and legacy.

As a not-for-profit organisation, everything we do is guided by our mission to make a meaningful and positive impact on the community through remembrance, regeneration, and shared purpose.

Contact Information:

The Bluebell Circle CIC

16 Hostier Close, Halling, ME21ES

Email: alyce@thebluebellcircle.org

Company number: 16576997

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

•Contact information: Name, email address, phone number

•Website usage data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on site

•Form submissions: Information you provide when contacting us or signing up for events/newsletters

•Donor or supporter data: When making donations or engaging with fundraising activities

•Social media interaction: Information from platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok if you engage with our content

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

•Respond to enquiries and communicate with you

•Provide services and updates you've requested

•Improve our website and services

•Process donations or event registrations

•Share news, updates, or marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

We only process your personal data when we have a lawful basis to do so, including:

•Your consent (e.g. newsletter sign-ups)

•Contractual necessity (e.g. service delivery)

•Legal obligation

•Legitimate interests, provided these are not overridden by your rights

5. Sharing Your Data

We do not sell your personal data. We may share it with:

•Trusted service providers (e.g. website hosting, email newsletter platforms)

•Legal or regulatory authorities if required•Payment processors for donations or transactions (e.g. Stripe, PayPal)

All third parties are required to handle your data securely and lawfully.

6. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

•Access the personal data we hold about you

•Request correction of inaccurate data

•Request erasure ("the right to be forgotten")•Object to or restrict processing

•Withdraw consent at any time (for example, to email marketing)

•Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at alyce@thebluebellcircle.org

7. Cookies

We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyse website traffic.

You can manage your cookie preferences in your browser settings.

See our Cookie Policy for more details.

8. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including encryption, secure servers, and limited access by authorised personnel only.

9. How Long We Keep Your Data

We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary for the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Please check back regularly to stay informed.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact:

Email :alyce@thebluebellcircle.org