Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy – Ballagh House
Effective Date: 05/05/2026
Website: https://www.ballaghhouse.com/
1. Introduction
Ballagh House (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, make an enquiry, or book a stay.
This policy is designed to comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
By using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Data Controller
Ballagh House is the data controller responsible for your personal data.
Contact Details:
Ballagh House
Ballagh House
Boyne Hill
Navan
Co Meath
C15 HK27
info@ballaghhouse.com
3. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal data:
3.1 Information You Provide Directly
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Booking details (dates, number of guests, special requests)
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Corporate booking information (company name, event details)
3.2 Automatically Collected Information
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Pages visited and time spent on the website
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Device and usage data
3.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. For more information, see Section 10.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your data for the following purposes:
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To respond to enquiries and booking requests
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To process and manage reservations
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To communicate with you about your stay or corporate retreat
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To improve website functionality and user experience
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To comply with legal and regulatory obligations
We will only use your data where we have a lawful basis to do so.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data based on:
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Contractual necessity – to manage bookings and provide services
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Legitimate interests – to improve our website and services
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Legal obligations – to comply with applicable laws
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Consent – where required (e.g., marketing communications)
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell or rent your personal data. However, we may share your data with:
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Service providers (e.g., website hosting platforms such as Wix)
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Payment processors (if applicable)
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Professional advisors (legal, accounting)
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Authorities where required by law
All third parties are required to respect your data and handle it securely.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
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Fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy
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Comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements
When data is no longer required, it will be securely deleted or anonymised.
8. Data Security
We take appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including:
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Secure website hosting
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Restricted access to personal data
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Safeguards against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse
However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Your Data Protection Rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Request correction of inaccurate data
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Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
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Restrict or object to processing
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Request data portability
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Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details above.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority in Ireland.
10. Cookies Policy
We use cookies to:
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Ensure the website functions properly
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Analyse website traffic and usage
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Improve user experience
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
11. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
We encourage you to read their privacy policies before providing any personal data.
12. International Data Transfers
Where data is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as:
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Standard contractual clauses
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Trusted service providers with adequate protections
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any updates.
14. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact:
Ballagh House
info@ballaghhouse.com
15. Acknowledgement
By using this website, submitting an enquiry, or making a booking, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.