Cookies Policy
Last updated: 14 Jan 2026
This Cookies Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, in compliance with UK GDPR.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period or until deleted
First-party cookies – set by our website
Third-party cookies – set by third parties whose services we use
2. How we use cookies
We use cookies to:
Ensure the website operates correctly
Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how visitors use our website
Improve performance and user experience
Support security and fraud prevention
Under UK GDPR, we obtain your consent for non-essential cookies before they are placed on your device.
3. Types of cookies we use
In addition to the categories below, our website is hosted on Squarespace, which sets certain cookies to enable core functionality, security, analytics, and performance.
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 privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Performance and analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Functional cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as language or region) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
Targeting or advertising cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.
4. Squarespace cookies
Because our website is built and hosted on Squarespace, the following cookies may be placed on your device. This list reflects the cookies typically used by Squarespace and may change over time.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| ss_cid | Identifies unique visitors and tracks sessions anonymously | Analytics | 2 years |
| ss_cpvisit | Tracks the number of visits to the site | Analytics | 2 years |
| ss_cvisit | Records the time of the last visit | Analytics | 30 minutes |
| ss_session_id | Maintains session state during a visit | Strictly necessary | Session |
| ss_cvr | Tracks returning visitors | Analytics | 2 years |
| SSR_caching | Indicates how the site was rendered to improve performance | Strictly necessary | Session |
| AWSALB / AWSALBCORS | Load balancing and security (Amazon Web Services) | Strictly necessary | 7 days |
These cookies are used to:
Ensure the website loads and functions correctly
Maintain security and prevent abuse
Understand visitor behaviour in aggregate
Improve performance and reliability
Squarespace may also use cookies or similar technologies in connection with embedded services or integrations enabled on the site.
5. Managing your cookie preferences
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:
Using our cookie consent tool (where available)
Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
6. Changes to this Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
7. Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us using the details provided in our Privacy Policy.