This privacy notice explains how we use any personal information we collect when you use the Discover Driffield website: https://discoverdriffield.co.uk.
Who we are
Discover Driffield is a community and tourism website that promotes events, attractions, and businesses in and around Driffield. It is managed in collaboration with Driffield Town Council.
We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with data protection law, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
This website is secured using SSL for online payments. For more information, see the Stripe Privacy Policy and Google Pay’s Privacy Policy
What information we collect
We may collect and process the following information:
- Information you provide when you contact us (e.g. name, email address, delivery address, and phone number )
- Information submitted through online forms or event listings
- Feedback or comments you leave on the site
- Website usage data collected via cookies (e.g. browser type, pages visited)
How we use your information
We use your information to:
- Respond to enquiries or requests you submit via the website
- Promote community events or local businesses, if you’ve submitted details
- Improve the website and user experience
- Processing payments and delivering purchases where required
- Monitor site usage through analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
We do not use your data for marketing purposes unless you have explicitly opted in.
Lawful basis for processing
We only collect and use personal data where we have a lawful basis. Typically, this will be:
- Consent – if you’ve given us permission (e.g. by submitting a form)
- Public task – if the data supports local community engagement or public information
- Legitimate interests – to manage the website and respond to messages
Who we share your data with
We do not share your personal data with third parties unless required by law or if you’ve given consent.
Our website is hosted securely, and we ensure that any service providers (such as developers or analytics tools) follow strict data protection standards.
Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer to collect standard internet log information and visitor behaviour. These help us understand how you use our website and improve the experience.
We use cookies to:
- Monitor website performance and usage via Google Analytics
- Shopping cart data
- Enable embedded content, such as YouTube videos or Google Maps
- Remember cookie preferences
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling all cookies may affect the user’s experience of the website. For more information, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
When you visit our site, a banner gives you the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
How long we keep your data
We only keep your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose it was collected. This will vary depending on the type of information:
- Enquiry forms: kept for up to 12 months
- Event or business listings: kept until the event expires or you request removal
- Analytics data: anonymised and retained for statistical purposes
Your data protection rights
You have rights under UK data protection law, including:
- The right to access your data
- The right to correct inaccurate data
- The right to request deletion
- The right to object to or restrict processing
- The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
How to contact us
If you have any questions about this notice or the way we handle your data, please contact:
Email: townclerk@driffieldtowncouncil.gov.uk
Phone: 01377 254 160
Address: Driffield Town Council, 2–4 Market Walk, Driffield, YO25 6BW
This privacy notice was last updated on 12 May 2025. It will be reviewed regularly to reflect any changes in the way we handle data or changes in the law.