Privacy Policy

For the purpose of the Data Protection Act 1998 (the “Act”), the data controller is UK Obstacle Sports Federation Limited trading as British Obstacle Sports (we, our, us). We are registered in England and Wales under company number 11977123. Our registered office is at Beckwith Barn Warren Estate, Lordship Road, Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom, CM1 3WT

British Obstacle Sports (“BOS,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, britishobstacle.org (the “Website”).

1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

  • Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and date of birth.
  • Membership Information: Details related to your BOS membership, including membership number and status.
  • Payment Information: If you purchase a membership or register for a course or events, we may process payment details via third-party payment processors.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and other data collected through cookies and similar technologies.
  • Communications Data: Any correspondence you send us, including emails, messages, or contact form submissions.

2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage your membership and access to BOS services.
  • To process payments and event registrations.
  • To communicate with you, including sending newsletters, updates, and marketing communications (where consent is given).
  • To improve our Website, services, and user experience.
  • To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

3. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell or rent your personal data. We may share your information with:

  • Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in processing payments, managing events, and providing IT and marketing support.
  • Affiliated Organisations: Partner organisations involved in obstacle sports governance and event management.
  • Legal Authorities: Where required by law or to protect our rights and the rights of others.

4. DATA RETENTION 

We will retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy, or as required by law.

 

5. YOUR RIGHTS

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

  • The right to access, correct, or delete your personal data.
  • The right to withdraw consent for marketing communications.
  • The right to restrict or object to data processing in certain circumstances.
  • The right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.

6. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyse site traffic. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. SECURITY MEASURES

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.

8. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices, and we encourage you to review their policies before submitting any personal data.

10. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and where appropriate, notified to you via email or other means.

11. CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us.