Plain English summary: This website uses a small number of essential cookies that are required for it to work properly. We do not place advertising cookies or share information with third-party trackers. Google Fonts is loaded from Google's servers, which may set its own cookies subject to Google's own policy.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet or phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owner.
Cookies can be classified in several ways:
The use of cookies in the UK is governed by two pieces of legislation:
The key rule under PECR is:
You must tell people about cookies on your website and obtain their clear and informed consent before setting any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the website to function.
An exception applies to strictly necessary cookies — those that are essential for a service explicitly requested by the user. These do not require consent, but users must still be told about them.
Cookies are typically grouped into four categories by purpose. Below we explain each category and confirm which we use on this site.
The following table lists all cookies set directly by this website:
| Cookie Name | Category | Duration | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
Strictly Necessary | 1 year | Stores your cookie consent preference so we do not ask on every visit |
| Session storage (JS) | Strictly Necessary | Session only | Stores page state for navigation and scroll animations — deleted when the browser tab is closed. Not a cookie; stored in browser memory. |
We do not currently use cookies for analytics, advertising, or tracking purposes.
Some features on this website involve content loaded from third-party services. These services may set their own cookies, which are outside of our direct control. We only embed third-party content where reasonably necessary for the site to function.
| Third Party | Why Used | Cookies / Data | Their Policy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Fonts | Typography (Playfair Display, EB Garamond, Inter fonts loaded from fonts.googleapis.com) | Google may log the request, including your IP address and browser agent. It does not set persistent tracking cookies for Fonts requests according to Google's documentation. | privacy policy |
| Google Maps | The "Get Directions" button links to Google Maps in a new tab — no embedded map iframe is used on this site, so cookies are only set if you click the link and visit Google Maps. | Google sets cookies when you visit Google Maps. | privacy policy |
| Crowdfunder | Donation links open Crowdfunder in a new tab. We do not embed Crowdfunder iframes. | Crowdfunder sets its own cookies when you visit their site. | privacy policy |
Note on international data transfers: Google services (Fonts, Maps) are operated by Google LLC, based in the USA. Data transfers are subject to Google's standard contractual clauses and other safeguards under UK GDPR adequacy provisions. By using this website, incidental data transfer may occur to Google's servers. You can avoid this by blocking third-party requests in your browser.
Under PECR, we require your consent before setting any cookies that are not strictly necessary. For this website:
Consent for cookies must be:
Your right to withdraw: If consent-based cookies are introduced in future, you will be able to withdraw or change your cookie preferences at any time via a cookie settings panel (linked from the footer). Withdrawal of consent does not affect any data already processed.
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your experience of some websites.
Via your browser settings — all modern browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Links to instructions for common browsers:
Via third-party opt-out tools:
Blocking third-party cookies: Most browsers allow you to block third-party cookies separately. Enabling this setting will prevent Google Fonts and other third-party services from setting tracking cookies, though some site features may be affected.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, particularly if:
The review date at the top of this page will be updated whenever changes are made. For material changes, we will notify users via an updated consent notice on the site.
If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to raise a concern, please contact us:
Semington Community Benefit Society Limited
Email: info@semington-cbs.co.uk
High Street, Semington, Wiltshire, BA14 6JR
If you are not satisfied with our response regarding the use of your data in connection with cookies, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or on 0303 123 1113.
See our Privacy Policy for full information on how we process your personal data more broadly.