Terms and Conditions

1. Website Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the website of Churcher Estates Ltd. By accessing or using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use the website.

1. Company Information

Churcher Estates Ltd is a private limited company registered in England and Wales.

Registered Address: 103 County Road, Ormskirk, L39 1NL

Email: info@churcherestates.co.uk

2. Website Use

This website is provided for your personal, non-commercial use and is subject to these terms. You agree not to misuse this website, attempt unauthorised access, or use it in any way that may cause harm or disruption.

3. Property Listings

Property details featured on this site are for general information purposes only. While we endeavour to ensure that the information is accurate, no guarantees are made regarding availability, completeness or accuracy.

4. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, layout, and design, is the property of Churcher Estates Ltd or its licensors and is protected under intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, modify, or distribute any part of this website without prior written consent.

5. Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites. We accept no responsibility or liability for the content or practices of any third-party websites linked from our site.

6. Limitation of Liability

Churcher Estates Ltd shall not be liable for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from the use of this website or any information contained within it.

7. Changes to Terms

We may revise these terms and conditions at any time. By continuing to use the website, you agree to be bound by the updated terms.

2. Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

Churcher Estates Ltd is the data controller responsible for your personal data.

Registered Address: 103 County Road, Ormskirk, L39 1NL

Email: info@churcherestates.co.uk

2. What Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Full name and contact details (email address, telephone number, postal address)
• Property preferences or requirements
• Communication records (e.g. emails or phone call notes)
• Information submitted via our website forms or enquiries

3. How We Use Your Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide estate agency services, including sales and lettings
• To respond to your queries and requests
• To manage contracts and business relationships
• For marketing (with your consent, where applicable)
• To comply with legal or regulatory obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We rely on the following legal grounds to process your data:

• Consent (e.g. to receive marketing communications)
• Contractual necessity (e.g. when you enter into an agreement with us)
• Legal obligations (e.g. anti-money laundering checks)
• Legitimate interests (e.g. improving our services or maintaining client relationships)

5. Sharing Your Data

We may share your personal data with trusted third parties, including:

• Solicitors, surveyors, and other professionals involved in property transactions
• IT service providers and software platforms
• Regulatory authorities where legally required

We will never sell your personal data.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights under UK data protection law:

• Right to access the personal data we hold about you
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure (in certain circumstances)
• Right to restrict or object to processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
• Right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

For more information, please contact us at info@churcherestates.co.uk.

3. Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies on our website.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to the website owners.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Ensure the website functions properly
• Analyse how visitors use our website
• Improve website performance and user experience
• Remember your preferences (where applicable)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the operation of the website. These cannot be disabled.
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting anonymous information.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience.

4. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

For more information on managing cookies, visit: https://www.aboutcookies.org

5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Please check this page regularly for updates.