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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 1 June 2026 · Applies to vvestmisterabbey.com

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to remember your actions and preferences over time, so you do not have to re-enter them whenever you return or navigate between pages.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary

Required for the site to function. They cannot be disabled. They include:

Session management (keeping you logged in during a visit)
Security tokens (CSRF protection)
Cookie consent preference storage

Analytics

Help us understand how visitors interact with vvestmisterabbey so we can improve content and navigation. Data is aggregated and anonymous where possible. Includes:

Google Analytics 4 (_ga, _gid, _gat)
Page view and scroll-depth tracking
Traffic source attribution

Marketing & Preferences

Used to deliver content relevant to your interests and to measure campaign effectiveness. These cookies may track you across websites. Includes:

Google Ads conversion tracking
Social media pixel cookies (if share buttons are loaded)
Retargeting identifiers

3. Why We Use Cookies

To ensure the site loads correctly and securely on your device
To measure audience engagement and improve editorial content
To remember your display preferences (e.g. article layout)
To understand which heritage stories and travel guides resonate most
To serve relevant travel and cultural advertising where applicable

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services embedded on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Key third parties include:

Provider	Purpose	Privacy Policy
Google Analytics	Usage analytics	policies.google.com
Google Ads	Ad measurement	policies.google.com
YouTube	Embedded video	policies.google.com

5. How to Manage & Disable Cookies

You can control cookies at any time through several methods:

Browser settings — all modern browsers allow you to block, delete, or restrict cookies. See your browser's Help section for instructions.
Our consent banner — when you first visit, you may accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your choice at any time via the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
Google Analytics opt-out — install the browser add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Ad personalisation — visit youronlinechoices.eu or optout.aboutads.info.

Note: disabling strictly necessary cookies will prevent certain parts of the site from functioning correctly.

6. Your Consent

On your first visit to vvestmisterabbey, a cookie consent banner will appear. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to all cookie categories described above. By clicking "Manage Preferences", you may enable or disable individual categories. Strictly necessary cookies are always active and do not require consent.

Your consent is stored for 12 months, after which you will be asked again. You may withdraw consent at any time without detriment to your access to our content.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Significant changes will be communicated via a notice on the site. We encourage you to review this page periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:

vvestmisterabbey

Email: [email protected]

Phone: +44 20 7946 0321

Address: 20 Dean's Yard, Westminster, London SW1P 3PA, United Kingdom

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.