Data Protection Statement

Effective Date: 20/03/2026
Website: https://edgworthbowlingclub.co.uk/
Organisation: Edgworth Bowling Club

1. Introduction

Edgworth Bowling Club is committed to protecting and respecting your personal data.

This Data Protection Statement explains how we handle personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

2. Our Role

Edgworth Bowling Club acts as a data controller in relation to personal data collected through this website and in connection with club membership, activities, and communications.

3. Data Protection Principles

We follow the core principles of UK GDPR. Personal data will be:

  • Processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently

  • Collected for specified and legitimate purposes

  • Limited to what is necessary

  • Accurate and kept up to date

  • Retained only as long as necessary

  • Processed securely

4. Personal Data We May Collect

Depending on your interaction with us, we may collect:

  • Contact details (e.g. name, email address, telephone number)

  • Membership information

  • Event and fixture participation details

  • Communication records (e.g. emails, enquiries)

  • Login details for members’ area (where applicable)

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data unless necessary and provided voluntarily.

5. Lawful Basis for Processing

We rely on the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual necessity – to manage membership and participation

  • Legitimate interests – to operate and administer the club

  • Consent – for communications such as newsletters

  • Legal obligation – where required by law

6. How We Use Personal Data

We use personal data to:

  • Manage club membership and records

  • Organise fixtures, competitions, and events

  • Communicate with members and prospective members

  • Maintain administrative and financial records

  • Improve website functionality and club operations

7. Data Sharing

We may share personal data where necessary with:

  • Club officers, committee members, and authorised volunteers

  • League organisers or governing bodies (where relevant)

  • Service providers supporting website or communications

  • Legal or regulatory authorities where required

We do not sell personal data.

8. Data Security

We take appropriate measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Controlled access to personal information

  • Secure storage systems

  • Internal procedures for handling data

However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

9. Data Retention

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

  • Manage membership and club activities

  • Meet legal and administrative requirements

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of data.

10. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request erasure of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise your rights, please contact us.

11. Contact Details

If you have any questions about this Data Protection Statement or how your data is handled, please contact:

Edgworth Bowling Club
Bolton Road
Edgworth
Bolton
BL7 0AP
United Kingdom

12. Complaints

If you are not satisfied with how your personal data is handled, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

Website: https://www.ico.org.uk

13. Updates to This Statement

We may update this Data Protection Statement from time to time. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.