Last updated: 01/11/2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Cakebole Orchard (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://cakeboleorchard.co.uk/ (the “Website”).
We use cookies to make our Website work properly, improve your browsing experience, and help us understand how visitors use the site.
You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings or via our on-site cookie banner.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences over time (such as login details, language, or shopping basket contents).
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies – deleted automatically when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – remain on your device until deleted or expired.
- First-party cookies – set by the website you’re visiting.
- Third-party cookies – set by other services (e.g. analytics, advertising).
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
a) Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the operation of our Website. They enable core functionality such as:
- Secure checkout and payment processing
- Basket management and order completion
- Account login or remembering your session
Without these cookies, some parts of the Website will not function properly.
Examples:
woocommerce_cart_hash,woocommerce_items_in_cart(WooCommerce store function)wp_woocommerce_session_*(maintains user session)wordpress_logged_in_*(for customer account login)
b) Performance & Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.
We may use tools like Google Analytics or similar services to collect anonymous usage statistics (pages visited, duration, source of traffic, etc.).
Examples:
_ga,_gid(Google Analytics identifiers)
Analytics data does not personally identify users and is processed in aggregated form.
c) Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the site to remember choices you make, such as your name or location, and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
d) Marketing & Social Media Cookies
If you consent, these cookies may track browsing habits to deliver relevant ads or to integrate social media features (e.g. Facebook, Instagram, or Google Ads).
You can decline these cookies without affecting your ability to use the core features of the site.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, for example:
- Google Analytics (website traffic monitoring)
- Stripe / PayPal (payment gateway security)
- Meta / Facebook Pixel (if used for remarketing or ad measurement)
Each third party has its own privacy and cookie policies. You can review them directly on their websites for details about how they handle your data.
5. Managing Cookies
a) Through Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject different types of cookies. You can change your preferences at any time.
b) Through Your Browser
You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. To find out how, visit:
If you block all cookies, certain parts of the Website may not function as intended (for example, checkout or login features).
6. Consent
We will not place non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing) on your device unless you give consent.
By clicking “Accept” on our cookie banner or continuing to use our Website after choosing preferences, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can withdraw consent at any time via the cookie settings on our Website.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or legal requirements.
Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
Cakebole Orchard Produce
Cakebole House Farm
Chaddesley Corbett
Nr Kidderminster
Worcestershire DY10 4RG
Email: annie@cakeboleorchard.co.uk
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