Last updated: June 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and improve the user experience.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on the brook-kestrel website for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not function without them.
- Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie preference so we do not repeatedly ask for consent
- Session Management: Maintains your session as you navigate between pages
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- Form Data: Temporarily stores information entered in booking forms to improve your experience
- Preferences: Remembers choices you make to provide a personalised experience
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website.
- Page Views: Counts page views and traffic sources to measure site performance
- User Behaviour: Provides aggregated data about how users navigate the site
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
| sessionStorage | Temporary storage for form submissions | Session |
Third-Party Cookies
We do not use third-party advertising cookies on this website. If we add any third-party services that set cookies, we will update this policy accordingly.
Managing Cookies
When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links provide information on managing cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies
Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled without affecting basic website functionality.
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage (localStorage) to store your cookie consent preference. Local storage operates similarly to cookies but is stored only in your browser and is not sent to our servers with each request.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
brook-kestrel
47 Kestrel Lane, Brookside
London SW11 4RQ
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]