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MILFORD ON SEA MUSIC FESTIVAL CIC
Effective Date: 16th February 2026

 

1. Who We Are

Milford on Sea Music Festival CIC is a Community Interest Company registered in England and Wales.

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We are the data controller responsible for your personal data.
Company Number: 16336094
Email: info@milfordonseamusicfestival.co.uk

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If you have any questions about this policy or how we use your data, please contact us using the details above.

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2. What Personal Data We Collect

We only collect personal data that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter

• Make a donation

This may include:

• Your name

• Email address

• Phone number (if provided)

• Donation amount and transaction confirmation

We do not store full debit or credit card details. Payments are processed securely by our third-party payment provider.

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3. How We Use Your Data

We use your information to:

• Send festival news, updates and event information

• Respond to enquiries

• Acknowledge and administer donations

• Maintain internal financial records (where legally required)

We do not sell or trade your personal data.

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4. Our Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases:

• Consent – when you subscribe to our newsletter

• Legitimate interests – to administer and promote our community festival

• Legal obligation – to maintain financial records for accounting and regulatory purposes

You may withdraw consent at any time by unsubscribing or contacting us.

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5. Data Sharing

We may share your data with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the festival, such as:

• Email marketing platforms

• Payment processors

• Accounting software providers

These providers process data on our behalf and are required to keep it secure.

We do not share your data with third parties for their marketing purposes.

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6. International Transfers

Some of our service providers (such as email or payment platforms) may store data outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with UK GDPR.

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7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain:

• Newsletter subscriber data until you unsubscribe

• Donation records for up to 6 years to comply with UK tax and accounting requirements

You may request deletion of your contact details at any time, subject to any legal obligations we must comply with.

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8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Request access to your personal data

• Request correction of inaccurate data

• Request erasure of your data

• Restrict or object to processing

• Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@milfordonseamusicfestival.co.uk

If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data, you have the right to complain to the:

Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://ico.org.uk

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9. Cookies 

Our website is built using Wix and uses cookies to ensure the site functions properly and to help us understand how visitors use it.

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We use:

• Strictly necessary cookies – required for basic website functionality and security.

• Analytics cookies (if enabled) – to help us improve our website by collecting anonymised usage information.

Where required by law, non-essential cookies are only placed on your device with your consent. You can manage or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie banner or through your browser settings.

For more information about how Wix uses cookies, please visit: https://support.wix.com

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.