Terms & Conditions
Last updated: 10/12/25
These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Common Grounding website and any services, workshops, or activities provided through it. By accessing our website or making a booking, you agree to these Terms. Please read them carefully.
1. About Us
Common Grounding (“we”, “our”, “us”) is a community-focused arts organisation offering workshops, participatory projects, and creative opportunities.
2. Use of Our Website
By using our website, you agree to:
• use the site for lawful purposes only
• not disrupt or attempt to disrupt the website’s proper functioning
• respect all intellectual property rights contained within the site
We may update or modify the website at any time without notice.
3. Workshop Bookings
Bookings for workshops or events are made through our Wix booking system. When booking, you agree that:
• all information you provide is accurate and complete
• you are responsible for ensuring your contact details are correct
• payment is made at the time of booking unless otherwise stated
We reserve the right to refuse or cancel bookings where necessary (for example, due to capacity limits, circumstances beyond our control, or inappropriate behaviour).
Cancellations and Refunds
Our refund policy is as follows:
• refunds are offered up to 48 hours before the workshop
• no refund is available for late cancellations or non-attendance unless exceptional circumstances apply
We reserve the right to cancel an event, you will be offered the option to transfer your booking to another session.
4. Participation and Conduct
We aim to create welcoming, respectful spaces. By taking part in any workshop or activity, you agree to:
• respect facilitators, other participants, and the space
• follow any safety instructions or guidance provided
• engage in a way that is safe for yourself and others
We reserve the right to remove participants whose behaviour is harmful, discriminatory, or disruptive.
5. Accessibility and Support
We are committed to accessibility. If you have specific access requirements, please contact us before your session. We will do our best to make reasonable adjustments within our capacity and resources.
6. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content on our website—including text, imagery, branding, and workshop materials—is owned by Common Grounding or used with permission.
You may not copy, reproduce, or distribute any materials without prior written consent.
Where creative work is co-created during participatory projects, ownership and usage rights will be agreed with participants on a project-by-project basis.
7. Payments and Security
Payments for workshops or services made through our Wix system are processed securely by Wix or its authorised payment partners. We do not store your full payment details.
All transactions must be completed before participating in paid workshops unless otherwise agreed.
8. Liability
We aim to provide safe and supportive environments, but participation in physical activities (including movement and dance workshops) is at your own risk.
We are not liable for:
• personal injury
• loss or damage to personal belongings
• any issues arising from misuse of the website or incorrect information provided by the user
Nothing in these Terms limits your statutory rights under UK law.
9. External Links
Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices.
10. Privacy
Your use of the website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and handle personal information.
11. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms occasionally. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our website after changes are published constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions regarding these Terms or require further information, please contact:
Common Grounding
Email: hello@commongrounding.co.uk
Website: www.commongrounding.co.uk