Privacy Policy

Last updated: May 2026

The London International Woodworking Festival (LIWF) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal information when you visit our website, purchase tickets or courses, sign up to our mailing list, contact us, or attend the festival.

Who We Are

London International Woodworking Festival (LIWF)

Email: info@londoniwf.co.uk Website: londoniwf.co.uk

What Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following information:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Billing and payment information

  • Postal address

  • Telephone number

  • Booking and order information

  • Marketing preferences

  • Information submitted through contact forms

  • Website usage data through cookies and analytics

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process bookings, purchases and payments

  • Manage courses, masterclasses and event attendance

  • Respond to enquiries and customer support requests

  • Send booking confirmations and important event information

  • Send marketing communications where consent has been given

  • Improve our website, services and visitor experience

  • Meet legal and financial obligations

Marketing Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list or opt in during checkout, we may send you updates about:

  • Festival announcements

  • Course releases

  • Marketplace updates

  • Tutor announcements

  • Special offers or ticket updates

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.

Payments

Payments made through our website are processed securely through third-party payment providers. We do not store full payment card details on our systems.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use the site and to improve the user experience.

These may include:

  • Essential website cookies

  • Analytics cookies

  • Marketing and advertising cookies

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information with trusted third-party providers where necessary to operate the festival and our website, including:

  • Payment processors

  • Website hosting providers

  • Email marketing platforms

  • Ticketing and booking systems

  • Analytics providers

These providers only process information where necessary and are expected to protect your data appropriately.

Data Retention

We only keep personal information for as long as necessary to:

  • Deliver our services

  • Meet legal and financial requirements

  • Resolve disputes

  • Maintain business records

Your Rights

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

  • Access your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your information

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications

  • Object to certain types of processing

  • Request a copy of your data

To make a request regarding your personal information, please contact us at info@londoniwf.co.uk.

Third-Party Links

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

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be published on this page.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

info@londoniwf.co.uk

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