Effective Date: 22nd March 2025

 

1. Introduction

Welcome to Lake District Retreats ("we," "our," "us"). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website https://www.lakedistrictretreats.co.uk/ ("Website"). By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

 

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) by your web browser. They help websites function efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners.

 

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Website:

• Essential Cookies – These cookies are necessary for the Website to function correctly. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services on our Website may not be available.

• Analytics Cookies – These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users encounter error messages. This data helps us improve the Website’s performance and user experience.

• Functional Cookies – These cookies allow our Website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

• Advertising Cookies – These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

 

4. Cookies Used on Our Website

Our Website, which is hosted on Wix, uses cookies to ensure functionality, security, and performance. Some of the essential cookies used include:

• XSRF-TOKEN – Used for security to prevent cross-site request forgery.

• hs – Used for security purposes.

• svSession – Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions.

• SSR-caching – Indicates how the site was rendered.

• TS* – Used for security.

• bSession – Measures system effectiveness.

• fedops.logger.sessionId – Tracks stability and performance.

• _wixAB3| – Used for system monitoring and debugging.

 

Additionally, third-party services such as Google Analytics and social media platforms may set cookies on our Website. These third-party cookies are not under our control, and we recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for further details.

 

5. Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies in the following ways:

• Browser Settings – Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can refuse or delete cookies, but this may affect the functionality of our Website.

• Cookie Banner – When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can accept all cookies or adjust your preferences.

• Third-Party Opt-Out – To opt out of cookies set by third parties, you can visit their opt-out pages. For example, you can disable Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

 

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

 

7. Contact Us

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

Email: thelakedistrictretreats@gmail.com
Address: Lake District Retreats, Windermere, Cumbria, United Kingdom