Cookie Policy
This policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use on the Birdie Bays website, and how you can manage them.
Last updated: March 2025
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work properly, improve performance, and provide information to the website owner.
Cookies do not contain executable code and cannot be used to identify you personally on their own. They simply store small pieces of information – such as your session ID or preferences – that help the site function correctly on your next visit.
Some cookies are placed by us directly (first-party cookies). Others are placed by third-party services we use on our site, such as Google Analytics.
These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, adding items to your cart, or filling in a form.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Birdie Bays / WordPress | Maintains your session state across page requests | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Keeps you logged in to your account if applicable | Session / 2 weeks |
| woocommerce_cart_hash | WooCommerce | Remembers your shopping cart contents | Session |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | WooCommerce | Tracks whether your cart is empty or not | Session |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | WooCommerce | Stores cart and checkout data during your session | 2 days |
| cookielawinfo-* | Cookie consent plugin | Remembers your cookie consent choices | 1 year |
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, allowing us to improve the content and experience. All data is anonymised and aggregated – no personally identifiable information is collected. We only place these cookies with your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a random ID number | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state across pages | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users (short-lived session identifier) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to Google Analytics servers | 1 minute |
If we run paid advertising campaigns (e.g. Facebook or Instagram ads), marketing cookies may be used to track the effectiveness of those ads and show you relevant content. We only use these with your consent. If we are not running active ad campaigns, these cookies will not be present.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Used by Facebook to deliver and measure ad effectiveness | 3 months |
| fr | Meta (Facebook) | Used for ad targeting on Facebook and Instagram | 3 months |
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent pop-up will appear explaining which categories of cookies we use. By clicking “Save preferences,” you consent to the categories you have selected. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the website footer.
You can also control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that if you delete cookies in your browser, your consent preferences will be reset and the consent pop-up will appear again on your next visit.
Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. For example, your shopping cart may not work correctly if essential cookies are blocked.
Here’s how to manage cookies in the most common browsers:
- Google ChromeSettings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla FirefoxSettings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Apple SafariPreferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft EdgeSettings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
For more information about managing cookies across browsers, visit allaboutcookies.org.
For more information about how we handle your personal data more broadly – including your rights under UK GDPR – please read our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
If you have a complaint about how we handle your data, we would like to hear from you. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), the UK’s supervisory authority for data protection.
Shropshire’s premier indoor golf experience. Four simulator bays, PGA coaching, a fully licensed bar, and a relaxed atmosphere for all skill levels.
Opening Hours
Sun: 8am – 9pm
Mon: 10am – 9pm
Tue: 10am – 9pm
Wed: 10am – 9pm
Thu: 10am – 9pm
Fri: 10am – 10pm
Sat: 8am – 10pm
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