Legal
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 2 June 2026
1. Who we are
This website (botanicplace.co.uk) is operated by Botanic Place (Railpen) ("we", "us", "our"). We are the data controller for the purposes of UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR).
If you have any questions about this policy, please contact us at info@botanicplace.co.uk.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and (where you have consented) support analytics and marketing tools.
We also use similar technologies such as local storage and pixels. References to "cookies" in this policy include all such technologies.
3. The cookies we use
We use the following categories of cookie on this website:
Strictly necessary
Always activeLegal basis: No consent required — these are essential for the website to function.
Name
Session cookies
Provider
botanicplace.co.uk
Purpose
Maintain your session state as you navigate between pages.
Expires
Session (deleted when you close your browser)
Analytics & performance
Consent requiredLegal basis: Consent (UK GDPR Art. 6(1)(a) and PECR reg. 6).
Name
_ga
Provider
Google Analytics
Purpose
Used to distinguish users (Measurement ID: G-HD88PYHRQ8). Collects anonymised data on pages visited, time on site and referral source to help us improve the website.
Expires
2 years
Name
_ga_*
Provider
Google Analytics
Purpose
Used to persist session state across requests.
Expires
2 years
Name
_gid
Provider
Google Analytics
Purpose
Used to distinguish users.
Expires
24 hours
Name
_gat
Provider
Google Analytics
Purpose
Used to throttle request rate.
Expires
1 minute
Preferences & functionality
Always activeLegal basis: Legitimate interests (UK GDPR Art. 6(1)(f)) — to remember your preferences and improve your experience.
Name
cookieConsent
Provider
botanicplace.co.uk
Purpose
Stores your cookie consent preferences so we do not ask again on every visit.
Expires
1 year
4. Your consent and how to manage cookies
On your first visit we will ask for your consent before placing any non-essential cookies. You can withdraw or update your consent at any time by clicking the "Manage cookies" link in the footer, or by following the instructions below.
You can also control cookies directly in your browser. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies that have been set
- Block all or specific cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Browser guidance: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that blocking some cookies may affect the functionality of this website.
5. Third-party cookies
Some cookies on this website are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies; please refer to the relevant third party's privacy and cookie policies for more information.
| Third party | Purpose | Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (Google LLC) | Analytics & performance | google.com/privacy |
| Vimeo Inc. | Video hosting (embedded video player) | vimeo.com/privacy |
| Mapbox Inc. | Interactive maps | mapbox.com/privacy |
6. International transfers
Google Analytics is operated by Google LLC, which is based in the United States. Data may be transferred to and processed in the US. Google LLC participates in the UK Extension to the EU–US Data Privacy Framework and provides Standard Contractual Clauses as an additional transfer safeguard. For more information see Google's data protection terms.
7. Data retention
Cookie lifetimes are listed in the table in section 3. We have configured Google Analytics to anonymise IP addresses. We do not use Google Analytics advertising features or share analytics data with third parties.
8. Your rights
Under UK GDPR you have the right to:
- Access personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request erasure of your data
- Object to or restrict processing
- Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
- Lodge a complaint with the ICO
To exercise any of these rights contact us at info@botanicplace.co.uk. You also have the right to complain to the UK supervisory authority:
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF
ico.org.uk | 0303 123 1113
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make material changes we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
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