Privacy Policy

Hamerton Zoo Park Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

We want our users to always be aware of any information we collect, how we use it, and under what circumstances, if any, we disclose it.

WEBSITE ADMINISTRATION

Business name: Hamerton Zoo

Address: Hamerton

Nr. Sawtry

Cambridgeshire

PE28 5RE

Country: United Kingdom

Website URL: http://www.hamertonzoopark.com

Website e-mail: info@hamertonzoopark.com

INFORMATION COLLECTION AND USE

We respect each site visitor's right to personal privacy. To that end, we collect and use information throughout our website only as disclosed in this Privacy Policy. This statement applies solely to information collected on this website.

For each visitor to our website, our web server automatically recognizes no information regarding the domain or e-mail address.

The information we collect is:

used to improve the content of our Web page.

used to notify visitors about updates to our Web site.

never shared with other organizations for commercial purposes.

This site does not collect cookies. (Definition of Cookies)

In order to use this website, visitors and/or members are not required to complete our registration form.

During registration a user must give certain contact information, but we never sell or give away this information. It is only gathered to contact the user about services on our site for which s/he has expressed interest. It is optional for the user to provide demographic information (income level, gender, etc.), and unique identifiers (username, password, etc.). Giving additional information helps provide a more personalized experience on our site, but is not required.)

Registration is not required to enter our site.

We have an order form.

We require information from the user on our order form. A user must provide contact information (such as name, email, and shipping address) and possibly financial information (such as credit card number, expiration date). If we have trouble processing an order, we use the information to contact the user. This information is used:

for shipping and billing purposes.

to fill customer's orders.

When we transfer and receive certain types of sensitive information such as financial or health information, we redirect visitors to a secure server and will notify visitors of this feature through a pop-up screen on our site.

IF we publish a newsletter (ezine), we will never sell or share our subscribers' email addresses.

IF we operate an online survey, and we will never sell or share our subscribers' email addresses.

NOTIFICATION OF CHANGES

If we decide to change our privacy policy, we will post those changes to:

this privacy statement.

CONFLICT RESOLUTION

We are committed to resolving disputes within 24-48 hours.

If problems arise, users may contact us by: email or post.

CONTACT INFORMATION

If site users have any questions or suggestions regarding our privacy policy, please contact us at:

Email: info@hamertonzoopark.com

Postal Address:

Hamerton Zoo

Hamerton

Nr. Sawtry

Cambridgeshire

PE28 5RE

Website URL: http://www.hamertonzoopark.com

Hamerton Zoo Park, Hamerton, Nr Sawtry, Cambs, PE28 5RE

Telephone: 01832 293362Email: office@hamertonzoopark.com

DigiTickets Privacy Policy

Policy Owner

This policy is owned and distributed by IT and Compliance manager of Digital Ticketing Systems Limited

Who we are

In this Privacy Policy, references to "we", "us", and "our"" are to Digital Ticketing Systems Limited (Company number 07044584). References to "our Website" or "the Website" are to *.digitickets.co.uk.

Digital Ticketing Systems Limited is the data controller responsible for the personal information collected through this Website.

Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal information:

Information You Provide Directly

When you contact us, make a purchase, register for services, or complete forms on our Website, we may collect information such as:

Name
Postal address
Email address
Telephone number
Purchase and booking information
Any other information voluntarily provided by you

Payment Information

Payments made through our Website are processed by authorised payment service providers. We do not store your full credit or debit card details on our systems.

Our payment providers may process payment information and carry out fraud prevention and verification checks. Where international transfers are required, appropriate safeguards will be applied in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Digital Ticketing Systems is PCI DSS v4.0.1 compliant and are annually assessed/certified.

Website Usage Information

When you visit our Website, we may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Screen resolution
Operating system
Referral source
Pages visited and actions taken on the Website
Date and time of access

Marketing Preferences

If you choose to receive marketing communications, we will record your preferences and any interactions with our emails, including whether emails are opened or links are clicked.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our Website, remember your preferences, analyse usage, and improve user experience. Further information is provided in our Cookie Policy below.

How We Use Your Information

We process personal information for the following purposes:

To provide products and services you request
To process transactions and fulfil orders
To provide customer support and after-sales services
To manage bookings and accounts
To improve our Website, products, and services
To ensure Website security and prevent fraud
To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
To send marketing communications where we have your consent or another lawful basis to do so

Lawful Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on one or more of the following lawful bases:

Performance of a contract: to provide goods or services you have requested.
Legal obligation: where processing is necessary to comply with legal requirements.
Legitimate interests: to manage and improve our business, Website security, and customer experience.
Consent: where required, including for certain cookies and marketing communications.

Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time.

Sharing Your Information

We may share your personal information with:

Payment processors
Hosting and IT service providers
Delivery and fulfilment partners
Marketing and communications providers
Analytics and Website performance providers
Professional advisers and auditors
Regulatory authorities, law enforcement agencies, or courts where required by law

All third-party service providers are required to process personal information only on our instructions and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

International Transfers

Where personal information is transferred outside the United Kingdom, we will ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:

Transfers to countries deemed to provide an adequate level of protection; or
Approved contractual safeguards, such as the UK International Data Transfer Agreement (IDTA) or equivalent mechanisms.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including satisfying legal, accounting, regulatory, and reporting requirements.

Retention periods vary depending on the type of information and the purpose for which it is processed.

Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, improve performance, and provide analytics information.

How We Use Cookies

We use the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and cannot be disabled through our cookie management tools.

Cookie	Purpose	Duration
PHPSESSID	Maintains user session and shopping basket functionality	Session / 24 minutes
dtAnalyticsConsent	Records cookie consent preferences	1 year

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website so that we can improve performance and usability.

These cookies are only placed with your consent.

Google Analytics

Examples include:

_ga
_ga<container-id>
_gid
_gat_<tracker-name>

Used to collect aggregated statistical information about Website usage.

Google Privacy Information:

https://support.google.com/analytics/answer/6004245

Microsoft Clarity

Examples include:

_clck
_clsk
CLID
ANONCHK
MR
MUID
SM

Used to analyse user interactions and improve Website usability.

Microsoft Clarity Information:

Performance Monitoring Cookies

Performance monitoring tools help us identify technical issues and improve Website reliability.

Examples may include cookies used by services such as New Relic.

Managing Cookies

When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Choose your cookie preferences

You may change your preferences at any time through our cookie settings tool.

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.

Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, you may have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Restrict processing
Object to processing
Request portability of your data
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

For more information about your rights, visit:

https://ico.org.uk/

Automated Decision-Making

We do not generally make decisions producing legal or similarly significant effects using solely automated processing.

Where automated tools are used for fraud prevention, security monitoring, or service administration, appropriate safeguards will be applied in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

Childrens Data

Our Website is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children unless necessary to provide services requested by a parent, guardian, school, attraction, venue, or authorised organisation.

Where we process children's personal information, we take additional care to ensure appropriate protections are in place.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:

Digital Ticketing Systems (t/a DigiTickets)

Sentio House, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5AZ

www.digitickets.co.uk/compliance-request

If you have concerns about how we use your personal information, you may submit a privacy complaint to us using the contact details above.

We will acknowledge your complaint and investigate it in accordance with applicable data protection legislation. We aim to respond without undue delay and within the timescales required by law.

If you remain dissatisfied with our response, you have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Other Websites

This Privacy Policy applies only to this Website. Links to third-party websites are provided for convenience only. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Last Updated: 5 August 2026

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