Last updated: August 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions.
How We Use Cookies
olive-prairie uses cookies for several purposes:
- To ensure the website functions correctly
- To remember your preferences, such as cookie consent choices
- To analyse how visitors use our website
- To improve our website and services
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how our website works.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique visitors | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
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 may be helpful:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.
Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that:
- Some features of our website may not function properly
- Your user experience may be affected
- You may need to manually adjust settings each time you visit
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use local storage (specifically localStorage) to remember your cookie consent preference. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows for the storage of larger amounts of data and persists until explicitly cleared.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third parties whose services we use. We do not have control over these cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party's website for more information about their cookies:
- Google Analytics: policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We encourage you to review this page periodically for the latest information.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
olive-prairie
Baltic Business Quarter
Gateshead Quays
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE8 3AE
Email: [email protected]