Last updated: 28-01-2026

This Cookies Policy explains how Hulton Care Home (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies do not usually contain information that directly identifies you, but they may be linked to personal information that we store about you.

2. How We Use Cookies

Hulton Care Home uses cookies to:

• Ensure the website operates correctly and securely
• Improve website performance and usability
• Understand how visitors use our website
• Maintain compliance with legal and regulatory requirements

We do not use cookies to identify you personally without your consent.

3. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or submitting forms.

Examples include:

• Session cookies
• Security and authentication cookies
• Cookie consent preference cookies

These cookies are exempt from consent under UK GDPR.

b) Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously, such as pages visited and time spent on the site.

Examples:

• Google Analytics (anonymised where applicable)

These cookies are only used after you provide consent.

c) Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language or region) to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation.

d) Third-Party Cookies

Some pages may include content or services provided by third parties. These third parties may set their own cookies over which we have no control.

Examples:

• Embedded maps or videos
• External analytics or media services

Please refer to the relevant third party’s privacy policy for further information.

4. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie notice requesting your consent.

• Strictly necessary cookies are always enabled
• All other cookies will only be used after you have given your consent

You may withdraw or change your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing cookies from your device.

5. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of the website.

Guidance for popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

6. Data Protection & Privacy

Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

For more information about how we protect your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.

7. Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be revised accordingly.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:

Hulton Care Home
Email: info@hultoncarehome.co.uk

Phone: 0128 261 7773