Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 16th, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how The Barracks at Clarecastle (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal information submitted through this website: https://thebarracksatclarecastle.ie.

We take privacy seriously and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Who We Are

The Barracks at Clarecastle
Clarecastle, County Clare, Ireland

Data Controller: Jack Halpin
Contact email: info@thebarracksatclarecastle.ie

For any privacy-related enquiries, please contact us using the details above.

2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect personal data that you voluntarily provide when you contact us.

This may include:

  • Your name
  • Your email address
  • Your phone number (if provided)
  • Any information you include in your enquiry message

We do not:

  • Take payments through this website
  • Collect financial or card details
  • Require account creation or user registration

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide solely to:

  • Respond to enquiries
  • Communicate regarding accommodation availability or related questions
  • Provide information you have requested

Your data is not used for marketing unless you explicitly request follow‑up contact.

4. Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we process your personal data on the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – when you submit an enquiry
  • Legitimate interest – to respond to requests and manage communications

5. How Long We Keep Your Data

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

  • Respond to your enquiry
  • Maintain reasonable business records

Enquiry data is periodically reviewed and securely deleted when no longer required.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

Your data may only be shared:

  • With trusted service providers involved in website hosting or email delivery
  • Where legally required to do so

All third parties are required to respect data confidentiality.

7. Cookies and Analytics

This website uses Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to help us understand how visitors use the site and to improve its performance and content.

GA4 collects information such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Device and browser type
  • Approximate geographic location (country or region level)

This data is aggregated and anonymised where possible and does not directly identify individual users.

Google Analytics may use cookies or similar technologies. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings or by using browser-based opt-out tools provided by Google.

For more information on how Google processes data, please refer to Google’s privacy documentation.

8. Data Security

We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data against:

  • Unauthorised access
  • Loss or misuse
  • Alteration or disclosure

No method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, but we strive to protect your data responsibly.

9. Your Rights

Under data protection law, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us via the website.

10. External Links

This website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third‑party websites.

11. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect legal or operational changes. The latest version will always be published on this page.

NOTE: If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us through the website contact form.