TRAILBLAZER ADVENTURES | PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: 08/12/2025

Trailblazer Adventures (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly.
This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use it, and your rights under UK GDPR.

By using our website, signing up for a newsletter, booking an expedition, purchasing a course, or contacting us, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

Trailblazer Adventures
Operated by: Perry Eggleton
Location: United Kingdom
Email: perry@trailblazeradventures.co.uk

We provide guided adventure experiences, educational courses, and outdoor skills instruction.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Booking details

  • Payment information (via secure third-party processors)

  • Medical details relevant to participation

  • Emergency contact information

  • Messages and enquiries

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our site, Squarespace may automatically collect:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Cookies & usage data

  • Pages visited & time spent

This helps us improve the website and user experience.

2.3 Payment Information

All payments are handled securely by our payment processors (Stripe, PayPal, or Squarespace Payments).
We do not store or have access to your full card details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We may use your data to:

  • Process bookings and payments

  • Manage expeditions, courses, and events

  • Communicate important trip information

  • Provide customer support

  • Send newsletters or marketing (if you opt in)

  • Improve our website and services

  • Ensure participant safety

  • Comply with legal obligations

We only collect the minimum amount of information required for these purposes.

4. Marketing Communications

We may send marketing emails only if:

  • You opted in to our newsletter

  • You booked a trip or course and have a legitimate interest in updates

  • You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the link in our emails

We do not sell or share your email with third parties for marketing.

5. Cookies & Website Tracking

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Improve site functionality

  • Remember your preferences

  • Analyse visitor behaviour

  • Support Squarespace analytics

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings.

6. Sharing Your Information

We only share your data when necessary, such as with:

  • Payment processors

  • Email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, Squarespace Email Campaigns)

  • Accommodation or activity providers (only with your permission and only when required for your expedition)

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal data.

7. How We Store & Protect Data

We take data security seriously.
Your information is stored:

  • On secure systems

  • With password protection

  • Using industry-standard encryption where appropriate

We only keep your data for as long as necessary for the purposes stated in this policy.

8. Medical Information

We collect relevant medical information before expeditions to ensure:

  • Your safety

  • Appropriate planning

  • Emergency preparedness

This data is kept confidential and only shared with expedition staff when necessary.

You may request that your medical data be deleted after your expedition.

9. Your Rights Under UK GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct inaccurate information

  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)

  • Restrict processing

  • Object to processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time

  • Request a copy of your data

To make a request, contact:
📧 perry@trailblazeradventures.co.uk

We will respond within 30 days.

10. Third-Party Services

We may use third-party tools such as:

  • Stripe (payments)

  • PayPal

  • Squarespace (website hosting, analytics)

  • Google Workspace (email)

  • Email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp or Squarespace Email Campaigns)

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

11. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to external sites.
We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.

Always check the privacy policy of any site you visit.

12. Children’s Privacy

Trailblazer Adventures does not knowingly collect data from children under 18.
If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us immediately and we will remove it.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about your data, please contact:

📧 perry@trailblazeradventures.co.uk

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data with care.