Last updated: 01/01/2026
Boconnoc Steam Fair is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website, purchase tickets, or interact with us.
1. Who We Are
Boconnoc Steam Fair operates an annual steam and vintage fair at Boconnoc Estate, Cornwall.
Contact email: vicky@boconnocsteamfair.co.uk
For the purposes of UK data protection law, Boconnoc Steam Fair is the data controller of your personal information.
2. What Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of personal data:
a) Information You Provide
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Name
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Email address
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Billing and payment details
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Contact details submitted via forms
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Exhibitor or catering application details
b) Information Collected Automatically
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IP address
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Browser type and device information
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Pages visited and site usage data
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Cookies and similar tracking technologies
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data to:
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Process ticket purchases and applications
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Communicate important event information
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Respond to enquiries
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Administer exhibitor and catering bookings
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Improve our website and services
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Comply with legal and accounting obligations
We only use your data where we have a lawful basis to do so.
4. Lawful Bases for Processing
Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:
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Contract – to process ticket sales and bookings
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Legal obligation – for financial and regulatory compliance
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Legitimate interests – to run and improve the event and website
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Consent – where you have explicitly opted in (e.g. mailing lists)
5. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to:
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Ensure the site functions correctly
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Analyse website traffic and usage
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Improve user experience
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings.
For more details, please see our Cookie Policy (if applicable).
6. Payments
Online payments are processed securely by third-party payment providers.
We do not store full payment card details on our servers.
7. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share data with trusted third parties only where necessary, including:
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Ticketing and event management providers
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Payment processors
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Website hosting and IT services
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Legal or regulatory authorities (if required)
All third parties are required to keep your data secure and use it only for specified purposes.
8. How Long We Keep Your Data
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary:
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Ticket and booking data: retained for accounting and legal purposes
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Enquiry data: retained for a reasonable period for follow-up
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Marketing data: retained until you unsubscribe
9. Your Rights
You have the right to:
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Access the personal data we hold about you
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data
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Object to or restrict processing
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Withdraw consent at any time
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Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.
10. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
11. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
12. Photography & Filming
Photography and filming may take place at the event.
Images may be used for promotional or archival purposes.
If you have concerns, please speak to a steward on the day.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact: