Terms of Use
Guidelines for using our community website and contributing to Gorran Haven's online presence.
Legal Information
By using our website, you agree to these terms and our Privacy Policy.
đĄ Website Purpose
Gorran-haven.uk is a community-driven website dedicated to promoting and preserving information about Gorran Haven, Cornwall. Our mission includes:
- Providing accurate information about local attractions, beaches, and activities
- Supporting local businesses through free listings and promotion
- Preserving and sharing the village's rich maritime heritage
- Facilitating community engagement and visitor information
- Connecting locals, visitors, and businesses in our coastal community
â Acceptable Use
When using our website, you agree to:
- Use the website for lawful purposes only
- Respect our local community and environment when visiting
- Provide accurate information when submitting content or business details
- Not use the website to promote illegal activities or harmful content
- Respect intellectual property rights of photographers and contributors
- Follow local guidelines and regulations when visiting Gorran Haven
Prohibited Activities:
- Attempting to hack, damage, or disrupt the website
- Submitting false or misleading business information
- Using automated systems to scrape content without permission
- Posting spam, offensive, or inappropriate content
âšī¸ Information Accuracy & Disclaimers
While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information:
- Business Information: Opening hours, prices, and services may change without notice
- Weather & Tides: Information is provided for guidance only - check official sources
- Events: Dates and details may change - confirm with event organizers
- Historical Content: Based on available records and community knowledge
- External Links: We're not responsible for content on external websites
Recommendation: Always contact businesses directly to confirm current information before visiting, especially for opening hours, prices, and availability.
đ User Contributions & Content Submission
When you submit content through our contribution forms or contact us:
- You grant us permission to use, edit, and publish your content
- You confirm you own the rights to any photos or content submitted
- We may edit submissions for accuracy, clarity, and website consistency
- We reserve the right to decline or remove inappropriate content
- Photo credits will be provided where requested and appropriate
- Historical information will be fact-checked where possible
Community Spirit: We welcome contributions that help build our community resource and support local businesses and heritage preservation.
đ Data Protection & GDPR Compliance
We are committed to protecting your personal data in accordance with UK GDPR regulations:
Data We Collect:
- Contact information when you email us (name, email address, message content)
- Business information when submitted for listings (business name, contact details, description)
- Website analytics data (anonymized visitor statistics)
- Technical data (IP address, browser type, device information for security)
How We Use Your Data:
- To respond to your enquiries and provide requested information
- To create and maintain business listings (with permission)
- To improve website functionality and user experience
- To ensure website security and prevent abuse
Your Rights Under GDPR:
- Access: Request a copy of personal data we hold about you
- Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal data
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing your data
Exercise Your Rights: To exercise any of these rights or for questions about data protection, contact us at [email protected] with "Data Protection Request" in the subject line.
đĒ Business Listings & Information
For business owners and operators in Gorran Haven and surrounding areas:
- Business listings are provided free of charge to support the local community
- We verify business information where possible before publication
- Business owners can contact us to claim or update their listing
- We reserve the right to edit listings for consistency and accuracy
- Businesses must provide accurate contact information and descriptions
- We may remove listings for businesses that have permanently closed
Business Owners: Visit our Business Owners page for information about listing your business or updating existing information.
â ī¸ Liability & Disclaimers
Website Availability: We strive to maintain website availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Maintenance, updates, or technical issues may temporarily affect access.
Third-Party Services: Our website links to external booking platforms, business websites, and social media. We are not responsible for the content, availability, or practices of these external services.
Local Activities: Information about beaches, walks, and activities is provided for guidance. Users should assess their own abilities and check current conditions, tides, and weather before participating in any activities.
Historical Information: Historical content is based on available records and community knowledge. We welcome corrections and additional information from local historians and residents.
đ Changes to These Terms
We may update these terms occasionally to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. When we make significant changes:
- Significant changes may be announced on our website or via email to business contacts
- Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of new terms
- You can view previous versions by contacting us if needed
đ§ Questions or Concerns?
If you have any questions about these terms, need clarification about our policies, or want to report an issue, please don't hesitate to contact us:
Response Time: We aim to respond to all enquiries within good time. Data protection requests will be handled within the statutory timeframes required by UK GDPR.