Terms & Conditions

Welcome to the website of West Midland Bird Club ("we", "us", "our"), a registered charity and Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) in England and Wales (Charity number: 1208718). By accessing or using our website www.westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk ("Website"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). Please read them carefully.

1. About Us

West Midland Bird Club promotes the study and conservation of wild birds across the West Midlands region.

Charity Number: 1208718
Registered Address: c/o Deans, Gibson House, Hurricane Court, Hurricane Close, Stafford, ST16 1GZ.
Email: secretary@westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk

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2. Website Use

You may use the Website for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You must not:

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• Use the Website in any way that breaches any law or regulation

• Interfere with or damage the Website or attempt to gain unauthorised access

• Use automated systems (e.g., bots, scrapers) without our written permission

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access if you misuse the Website.

3. User Accounts

Some areas of the Website may require account registration (e.g., to purchase items, book events, or manage membership). You agree to:

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• Keep your account details secure and confidential

• Notify us immediately if you suspect unauthorised use

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We reserve the right to disable any account if, in our reasonable opinion, you have failed to comply with these Terms.

4. Membership

West Midland Bird Club offers membership options which may be purchased or renewed through our Website.

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a. Membership Benefits: Details of membership levels, benefits, and prices are listed on the Website and may change from time to time.

b. Renewals & Cancellations: Memberships may be set to auto-renew or require manual renewal depending on your selection. You may cancel your membership at any time, but refunds are not provided unless required by law.

c. Member Conduct: Members must abide by the Club’s code of conduct. We reserve the right to revoke membership in cases of misconduct.

5. Online Shop

We sell products such as publications, birdwatching merchandise, and other items.

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a. Orders & Payment: All prices are shown in GBP and include VAT where applicable. Payment is taken at the point of order using our secure third-party payment provider.

b. Delivery: Delivery times vary based on location and product availability. We will provide an estimated delivery date, but this is not guaranteed.

c. Returns & Refunds: You may return items within 14 days of receipt for a refund, in accordance with the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013. Items must be unused and in original packaging. Return postage is the responsibility of the customer unless the item is faulty. Please contact us before returning any goods.

6. Event Bookings

You can book events such as field trips, talks, and conferences via the Website.

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a. Tickets: Tickets are subject to availability and are non-transferable without prior permission. Confirmation will be sent via email.

b. Cancellations & Refunds: If you cancel your booking, refunds may be available depending on the event and the timing of cancellation. If we cancel an event, a full refund will be issued.

c. Event Conduct: Attendees are expected to behave respectfully. We reserve the right to remove participants from events if their behaviour is inappropriate.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this Website (text, images, logos, design, etc.) is the property of West Midland Bird Club or its licensors. You may:

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• View and download pages for personal use only

• Share content for educational or non-commercial use with proper credit

You may not reproduce, distribute, or use our content for commercial purposes without permission.

8. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability

We do our best to keep the Website accurate and up-to-date, but we cannot guarantee its completeness or reliability. To the fullest extent permitted by law:

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• We disclaim all warranties or guarantees

• We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from use of the Website or our services, except where caused by negligence, fraud, or death/personal injury

9. External Links

The Website may contain links to external websites. These links are provided for your convenience. We do not endorse or accept responsibility for the content of any third-party site.

10. Privacy and Cookies

Use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy and Cookies Policy, which explain how we handle your personal data and use cookies.

11. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The latest version will always be posted on this page, and continued use of the Website constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: secretary@westmidlandbirdclub.org.uk

Postal Address: c/o Deans, Gibson House, Hurricane Court, Hurricane Close, Stafford, ST16 1GZ.