Legal Information & Website Terms

Last updated: 11 November 2026

1. Company information

This website is operated by Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd, a private limited company registered in England and Wales.

Company Registration Number: 13093564

Registered Office: 5 Meadowcroft, Holme, Carnforth, LA6 1QQ

Website: www.clach-conservation.co.uk

Contact: enquiries@clach-conservation.co.uk

VAT Registration Number: 388905538

2. Website information

The information provided on this website is intended to give a general overview of our professional services, experience and areas of expertise.

Although we take reasonable care to ensure information is accurate and up to date, website content is provided for general information purposes only.

3. Professional advice

Information on this website does not constitute project-specific structural engineering advice, a structural appraisal, a conservation assessment or a professional recommendation.

Structural and conservation matters require consideration of the individual building or structure, its condition, construction, history and circumstances.

Visitors should not rely on general website information as a substitute for an appropriate professional assessment.

4. Professional appointments

Enquiries submitted through this website do not establish a professional appointment or contractual relationship.

Any professional services will be subject to separately agreed instructions, scope of services, fees and terms of appointment.

5. Copyright and intellectual property

Unless otherwise stated, the written content, graphics, illustrations and other original materials on this website are owned by Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd or used with permission.

These materials may not be reproduced, distributed or used commercially without prior written permission, except where permitted by law.

Project photographs, drawings and other materials may be subject to third-party copyright or usage restrictions.

6. Project information

Descriptions and photographs of projects are provided to illustrate the nature of our professional work.

Project information may be summarised or simplified for presentation purposes and should not be treated as a complete technical record.

7. External links

This website may contain links to third-party websites.

We are not responsible for the availability, accuracy or content of external websites.

8. Limitation of liability

To the extent permitted by law, Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd accepts no liability for losses arising solely from reliance on general information published on this website without appropriate professional advice.

Nothing in these terms excludes or restricts liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.

9. Changes to website content

We may update, amend or remove website content without prior notice.

10. Governing law

These website terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales, subject to any mandatory legal rights that apply.

Privacy Policy

Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd

Last updated: 11 November 2026

1. Introduction

Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd ("we", "us" or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store and protect personal data when you visit our website, contact us or enquire about our professional services.

We process personal information in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, as amended.

2. Who we are

Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales.

• Company Registration Number: 13093564

• Registered Office: 5 Meadowcroft, Holme, Carnforth, LA6 1QQ

• Website: www.clach-conservation.co.uk

• Email: enquiries@clach-conservation.co.uk

For the purposes of data protection legislation, Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd is the data controller of personal information processed for its own business purposes.

3. Information we collect

We may collect the following personal information:

• Names, email addresses, telephone numbers and postal addresses.

• Information submitted through our website contact form.

• Details of professional enquiries, projects and instructions.

• Correspondence and communications relating to our services.

• Technical information about website visits, including IP addresses, browser information and website usage data.

We may also receive contact information from clients, professional advisers, consultants and other organisations involved in projects.

4. How we use your information

We use personal information to:

• Respond to enquiries and correspondence.

• Prepare quotations and proposals.

• Provide structural engineering and conservation consultancy services.

• Manage professional relationships and project communications.

• Maintain business and accounting records.

• Comply with legal, regulatory and professional obligations.

• Maintain the security and functionality of our website.

• Understand website usage where analytics are enabled.

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

5. Lawful bases for processing

Depending on the circumstances, we process personal information under one or more of the following lawful bases:

Contract: Where processing is necessary to take steps towards entering into a contract or to fulfil a contract with an individual.

Legitimate interests: Where necessary to respond to business enquiries, communicate with professional contacts, administer our consultancy and protect our business, provided those interests are not overridden by individuals' rights.

Legal obligation: Where processing is necessary to comply with applicable laws, including accounting and tax requirements.

Consent: Where consent is required, including for certain non-essential website cookies or optional marketing communications.

6. Sharing information

We may share relevant information with trusted third parties where necessary for legitimate business purposes, including:

• Website hosting and technology providers, including Squarespace.

• Microsoft 365 and other business software providers.

• Accountants, legal advisers and professional insurers.

• Other consultants, contractors or project participants where appropriate and authorised.

• Public authorities or regulatory bodies where legally required.

We take reasonable steps to ensure personal information is shared securely and only where necessary.

7. Data storage and security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse or disclosure.

Information may be stored using secure business systems, including Microsoft 365 and other professional software platforms.

Access to personal information is restricted to those who require it for legitimate business purposes.

8. International data transfers

Some of our technology and service providers may process or store personal information outside the United Kingdom.

Where international transfers occur, we take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

9. How long we retain information

We retain personal information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes for which it was collected, including professional, contractual, legal and regulatory requirements.

Different retention periods may apply to enquiries, financial records, project records and professional correspondence.

Information that is no longer required will be securely deleted or anonymised, subject to any applicable legal or professional retention requirements.

10. Your rights

Under UK data protection legislation, you may have the right to:

• Request access to your personal information.

• Request correction of inaccurate information.

• Request deletion of information in certain circumstances.

• Object to certain processing activities.

• Request restriction of processing.

• Request transfer of information where applicable.

• Withdraw consent where processing relies on consent.

These rights are subject to applicable legal conditions and exemptions.

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details above.

11. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to support essential functionality and, where enabled, website analytics.

Further information is available in our separate Cookie Policy.

12. External websites

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

13. Complaints

If you have concerns about how we handle your personal information, please contact us in the first instance.

You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

Website: www.ico.org.uk

14. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our business practices, technology or legal obligations.

The latest version will be published on this website.

Cookie Policy

Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd

Last updated: 11 November 2026

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website.

They help websites function correctly, remember certain preferences and, where permitted, provide information about website usage.

2. How we use cookies

Our website is built and hosted using Squarespace.

Depending on the features enabled, our website may use the following categories of cookies.

Strictly necessary cookies

These support essential website functions, security, navigation and the recording of cookie preferences.

They do not require consent where they are strictly necessary for the service requested.

Analytics and performance cookies

These help us understand how visitors use our website, including which pages are viewed and how visitors navigate between them.

Where consent is legally required, these cookies will only be used after you have agreed to them.

Functional cookies

These may support additional website features or remember preferences.

Non-essential functional cookies will be subject to consent where required.

3. Third-party services

Squarespace and any third-party services integrated into our website may use cookies or similar technologies.

Where applicable, these may include website analytics, embedded content or other functionality.

We review the cookies used by our website and update this policy when services or settings change.

4. Managing your cookie preferences

When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner.

You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies or manage your preferences.

You may also change your preferences using the Cookie Settings option on our website, where available.

Most web browsers also allow you to delete or restrict cookies through their settings.

Disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.

5. Cookie duration

Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser, while others remain for a defined period.

The duration depends on the cookie's purpose and the service providing it.

Information about Squarespace cookies is available at:

https://support.squarespace.com/hc/en-us/articles/360001264507-The-cookies-Squarespace-uses

6. Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy if our website functionality, cookie settings or legal requirements change.

7. Contact

For questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

Clach Conservation Engineering Ltd

Email: enquiries@clach-conservation.co.uk