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BARC North Western Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01-01-2026

At BARC North Western, we take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, interact with us, become a member, or take part in our events.


Who We Are

BARC North Western is part of the British Automobile Racing Club (BARC) Ltd. The BARC North Western Centre is the data controller for personal information collected through our website and club activities.

Contact

Email:
info@barc.net

Postal Address:
BARC HQ
Thruxton Centre
Thruxton Circuit
Andover
Hampshire
SP11 8PN

Phone:
01264 882222


Information We Collect

We may collect personal information from you in the following ways:

  • Membership & Competition Data:
    Name, contact details, date of birth, emergency contact, membership status, and competition entries.

  • Website Interactions:
    IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and cookies.

  • Event Participation:
    Vehicle information, event registration details, photos/videos taken during events (with your consent).

  • Communications:
    Newsletter subscriptions, contact form submissions, or other correspondence.


How We Use Your Information

We use your information for purposes including:

  • Administering memberships, renewals, and competition entries
  • Communicating event details, results, and club news
  • Managing event registrations and on-site safety requirements
  • Marketing and newsletters (with your consent)
  • Improving our website, events, and club services
  • Complying with legal obligations

We will never sell your personal data to third parties.


Legal Basis for Processing

Under UK GDPR, our processing of your personal data is based on:

  • Contract: To manage your membership, competition entries, and event bookings
  • Consent: For newsletters, marketing, photos/videos, and promotional material
  • Legitimate Interests: For club administration, safety management, and website analytics

Sharing Your Information

Your data may be shared with:

  • Motorsport bodies such as Motorsport UK or other regulatory organisations when necessary for competitions

  • Third-party service providers who help us manage the website, events, or communications

  • Other members or participants only where you have opted in for shared communications or event publications

We do not sell your information to third parties.


Cookies and Tracking

Our website uses cookies to improve functionality, analyse usage, and enhance your experience. You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings, but some site features may be limited.

More information about our Cookie Policy


Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict how we process your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time for marketing communications
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@barc.net


Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for membership administration, event management, or to comply with legal obligations.


Data Security

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


Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites and encourage you to review their policies.


Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.