Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 2025

1. Introduction

St Patrick’s Golf Club (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website www.stpatricksgolfclub.com (the “Website”).

2. Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through:

• Contact Forms – when you make an enquiry about membership, facilities, or general information.

• Booking Forms – when you book a round of golf, event, or function through the site.

The information we may collect includes:

• Name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Preferred date/time of booking

• Any message or enquiry details you include

We do not collect payment information directly on this website.

3. How We Use Your Information

Your data is used solely for the purposes of:

• Responding to your enquiries or requests

• Managing and confirming golf bookings or membership enquiries

• Providing information or updates you request

• Maintaining internal records for club operations

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data on the following lawful bases under UK GDPR:

• Legitimate Interests: To respond to enquiries and manage bookings.

• Consent: Where you have explicitly given us permission (e.g. to receive updates or newsletters).

You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting us at the details below.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to:

• Respond to enquiries or manage bookings; or

• Meet legal or accounting requirements.

After this period, your data will be securely deleted.

6. Cookies

Our WordPress website may use cookies to improve your browsing experience (for example, remembering preferences or improving site performance).

You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

7. Data Security

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

The website uses SSL encryption and is hosted on secure UK/EU-based servers.

8. Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access a copy of your data

• Request correction or deletion of your information

• Object to or restrict processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

If you wish to exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Third-Party Services

Our website may contain links to other websites.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Contact Us

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

St Patrick’s Golf Club

Downpatrick, Northern Ireland

Email: info@stpatricksgolfclub.com

Phone: +44 (0) 28 4461 5947

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.