Privacy Policy
Last updated: 25/06/2026
1. Who we are
This website is operated by Stitches In Reading (“we”, “us”, “our”).
We provide sewing classes, workshops, and related services.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
Email: stitchesinreading@hotmail.com
Website: Stitches In Reading
2. What information we collect
We may collect and process the following personal data:
Name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Booking information (classes or workshops you sign up for)
Messages or enquiries you send us
Payment information (processed securely via third-party providers)
We may also collect basic website usage data (such as pages visited) using cookies or analytics tools.
3. How we use your information
We use your information to:
Process and manage your bookings
Communicate with you about classes and workshops
Respond to enquiries
Send email updates and newsletters (if you have opted in)
Improve our services and website
Keep records for administration and legal purposes
We will only send marketing emails if you have given permission, and you can unsubscribe at any time.
4. Lawful basis for processing (GDPR)
We process your personal data under the following lawful bases:
Consent – when you sign up for emails or marketing
Contract – when you book a class or workshop
Legal obligation – for accounting and record-keeping
Legitimate interests – to improve services and communicate with customers
5. Email marketing
If you sign up for our mailing list, you may receive emails about:
Upcoming sewing classes and workshops
New course dates
Sewing tips and inspiration
Special offers or updates
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or contacting us directly.
We will never sell or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
6. How we store your data
Your information is stored securely and only for as long as necessary to provide our services or meet legal requirements.
We take appropriate measures to protect your data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
7. Sharing your information
We may share your data with trusted third-party services that help us operate our business, such as:
Email marketing providers
Payment processors
Booking systems
Website hosting providers
These providers only process your data on our behalf and are required to keep it secure.
8. Cookies
Our website may use cookies to:
Improve website performance
Understand visitor behaviour
Support analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
9. Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction of incorrect information
Request deletion of your data (where applicable)
Withdraw consent for marketing at any time
Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
Website: https://ico.org.uk/
10. How to contact us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Stitches In Reading
Email: stitchesinreading@hotmail.com
Website: Stitches In Reading
11. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
