Terms & Conditions
1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of RuralDiversification.co.uk and participation in the Rural Diversification Collective. By accessing the website, creating an account, publishing content, purchasing a supplier listing, or attending an event, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
RuralDiversification.co.uk is an online publishing platform and network for landowners, rural businesses, advisers, suppliers and professionals involved in rural diversification, estate development, tourism, leisure, heritage conservation and related professional services.
These Terms apply to all users: free members of the Rural Diversification Collective, paid suppliers with directory listings, contributors, event attendees and any person submitting material to the website.
If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use this website. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website after changes are published means you accept the revised Terms.
2. About RuralDiversification.co.uk
The platform comprises two types of participation:
Free Members: Landowners, businesses, consultants and professionals who access content and participate in the Rural Diversification Collective network.
Paid Suppliers: Businesses that pay a listing fee to advertise their services in the supplier directory. See Section 8 (Supplier Listings).
Content Published
We publish articles, case studies, supplier profiles, event information and industry insight relating to rural development. This content is provided for general guidance and industry discussion only. Nothing on this website constitutes professional advice of any kind.
We do not guarantee that all content will be complete, accurate or up to date. Use of the website and reliance on any material is entirely at the user’s own risk. You should seek independent professional advice before making any business, planning, financial, legal or investment decisions.
3. Acceptable Use
You agree to use this website only for lawful purposes and in a way that does not:
Damage, interrupt or interfere with the operation of the website or other users’ access to it
Attempt to gain unauthorised access to any part of the website or connected systems
Introduce viruses, malicious code or other harmful material
Copy, reproduce, republish or distribute content without permission (except normal linking)
Use the website in a way that is misleading, defamatory or likely to damage the reputation of the platform, Collective or any person or business featured on the site
We reserve the right to restrict, suspend or terminate access to the website at any time if we believe these Terms have been breached or the website may be exposed to risk.
4. Accounts, Membership and Registration
Some areas of the website may require registration or login to access restricted content or publish material.
When creating an account, you must ensure that information you provide is accurate and kept up to date. You are responsible for maintaining confidentiality of your login details and for all activity under your account.
We may approve, refuse, suspend or remove accounts at our discretion. This includes supplier accounts, member accounts and contributor accounts. We are not required to provide a reason where we believe action is necessary to protect the website, its users or its reputation.
Access to restricted content may be limited or withdrawn at any time.
5. Supplier Listings
Important: No Vetting or Endorsement
RuralDiversification.co.uk does not conduct background checks, verification of qualifications, insurance status, or suitability assessments of suppliers. Inclusion on the website and the Rural Diversification Collective does not mean we have vetted, approved, endorsed or recommended any supplier or their services.
Users are entirely responsible for carrying out their own enquiries and due diligence before appointing any consultant, contractor, adviser, operator or service provider. We accept no responsibility for the quality, legality or suitability of services provided by any supplier listed on this website.
Supplier Responsibilities
If you are a paid supplier with a directory listing, you must ensure that all information provided in your profile, listing, article or promotional material is accurate and not misleading. You are responsible for:
Verifying your own business legitimacy, qualifications, insurance and compliance with all relevant regulations
Ensuring all descriptions of your services are truthful and not misleading
Updating information promptly if circumstances change
Listing Fees
Supplier directory listings are available on a paid basis. Fees are charged annually or monthly depending on the listing tier selected. Payment does not:
Constitute endorsement, recommendation, guarantee of quality or suitability of the supplier
Guarantee enquiries, leads, traffic or any business outcomes
Imply partnership, affiliation or special relationship with RuralDiversification.co.uk
Visibility and Removal
Supplier visibility depends on search engine performance, user behaviour and technical factors outside our control. We reserve the right to edit, shorten, format, refuse or remove listings at our discretion. We may remove a supplier from the directory and Collective where we believe this is necessary to protect platform integrity or user interests. Removal may occur without notice.
Paid suppliers acknowledge and accept that visibility, traffic and business outcomes cannot be guaranteed and are not refundable.
6. Refunds and Cancellation
Supplier listing fees are non-refundable except where required by law (including consumer protection legislation). Cancellation of a paid listing may be made in writing at any time, with cancellation taking effect at the end of the current billing period.
We reserve the right to remove or suspend a supplier listing at any time without refund if we believe these Terms have been breached, information is inaccurate or misleading, or the listing exposes the website to legal, reputational or operational risk.
7. Rural Diversification Collective
The Rural Diversification Collective is a network of landowners, consultants, designers, operators, suppliers and professionals sharing knowledge and contributing content related to rural development. Membership is free.
Participation does not constitute endorsement, recommendation or approval of any member or their services. Inclusion of a name, business or reference to Collective membership does not imply partnership or special relationship. We may require removal of our name, logo or badge at any time.
We may suspend or remove participation in the Collective where we believe these Terms have been breached or where it is necessary to protect platform integrity.
8. Articles, Profiles and Submitted Content
By submitting content to RuralDiversification.co.uk you confirm that:
You have the right to publish the material and it does not infringe copyright, confidentiality or legal rights of others
The information is accurate to the best of your knowledge and is not misleading
You grant RuralDiversification.co.uk permission to publish, edit, reproduce and display the content on the website, in newsletters, promotional material and in connection with Collective events
Editorial Process
Content may be edited for style, length, clarity, layout or consistency before publication. We are not required to publish all submitted content and may remove material at any time. We do not verify all submitted information and accept no responsibility for errors, omissions or opinions expressed in contributed content.
Contributors and suppliers indemnify RuralDiversification.co.uk against any claim, loss, damage or cost arising from material they submit for publication.
9. AI Generated and AI Assisted Content
Content on RuralDiversification.co.uk may be created or edited with the assistance of automated systems including artificial intelligence tools. These tools may assist with preparation of profiles, articles, summaries, promotional text or other material.
Full responsibility for accuracy and legality of submitted content remains with the person or organisation submitting it, regardless of whether content was created manually or with AI assistance.
By submitting material you confirm that any AI generated or AI assisted content has been reviewed and approved by you before submission, is accurate and not misleading, and is suitable for publication.
We do not guarantee that content created with automated tools will be free from error. We do not verify all submitted material and accept no liability for inaccuracies, omissions, claims or opinions in contributed content.
10. Professional Information Disclaimer
Content on this website may discuss planning, development, architecture, design, funding, tax, legal matters, land use, tourism, construction and other technical or commercial subjects related to rural diversification.
All such content is provided for general information and industry insight only. It is not professional advice and must not be relied upon as:
Legal advice, financial advice, tax advice, planning advice or investment advice
Design, engineering or technical advice
Guidance on business structure or commercial decisions
Articles and case studies may be written by third parties and may reflect personal opinion or project-specific circumstances. Information correct in one situation may not apply in another.
You must always obtain appropriate independent professional advice before making decisions relating to land, property, planning, construction, investment, business activity or legal matters. RuralDiversification.co.uk accepts no responsibility for any loss, cost or damage arising from reliance on information published on this website.
11. Intellectual Property
All content on RuralDiversification.co.uk including text, articles, profiles, images, graphics, logos, design and layout is the property of RuralDiversification.co.uk unless stated otherwise. This material is protected by copyright and intellectual property rights.
You may view pages and share links to content for personal or professional use, but you must not copy, reproduce, republish, distribute or modify any material without permission. Logos and branding associated with RuralDiversification.co.uk may not be used without permission.
Where content is submitted by suppliers, members or contributors, the contributor retains ownership but grants RuralDiversification.co.uk a continuing right to publish, edit, display and use the content on the website and in promotional material.
Submitted images and media must be owned or licensed by the submitter. We do not verify ownership and accept no responsibility for copyright infringement from material supplied by contributors. The submitter is responsible for lawful use.
12. Links to Third Party Websites
RuralDiversification.co.uk may include links to external websites operated by suppliers, contributors or third parties. These links are provided for information only.
We do not control third party website content and accept no responsibility for accuracy, availability or security. Links do not imply approval, endorsement or recommendation. Users access external sites at their own risk. We may remove or change links at any time without notice.
13. Limitation of Liability
We make reasonable efforts to ensure the website operates correctly and information is accurate. However, we do not guarantee the website will always be available, free from errors or suitable for any particular purpose.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, RuralDiversification.co.uk and the Rural Diversification Collective accept no liability for:
Any loss, damage, cost or expense arising from use of the website or reliance on content
Loss of business, profit, opportunity, data or any indirect or consequential loss
Actions, services or advice of suppliers, contributors, event participants or third parties
Any commercial decision, business loss, loss of profit or loss of opportunity arising from website use
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits liability where it cannot be excluded under English law.
14. Suspension and Removal of Access
We reserve the right to suspend, restrict or remove access at any time where we believe it is necessary to protect the website, Collective or other users.
This includes removal of accounts, supplier listings, articles or any other material. We may take action without notice where we believe these Terms have been breached, information is inaccurate or misleading, or content may expose the website to legal or reputational risk.
We are not liable for any loss arising from suspension or removal of access.
15. Events and Visits
RuralDiversification.co.uk may organise meetings, site visits, talks or events. Attendance is at the participant’s own risk. Event details may be changed at any time. We reserve the right to limit attendance, refuse entry or cancel events.
We are not responsible for travel, accommodation or expenses incurred in connection with events. Photographs and recordings may be taken and used on the website or promotional material. By attending, you agree to this unless you notify us in advance.
We may use automated systems including artificial intelligence to assist with preparation, formatting and display of content. Automated systems may create summaries, profiles, suggested text or recommendations.
16. Automated Systems
We do not guarantee output from automated tools will be accurate or suitable. Users and suppliers are responsible for reviewing content before relying on it or publishing. We accept no liability for errors or inaccuracies from automated systems.
17. Privacy and Cookies
Use of RuralDiversification.co.uk is subject to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. We collect information when users register, submit content, attend events or contact us. By using the website you agree to collection and use of information in accordance with these policies.
18. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. The latest version will be published on this page. Continued use of the website after changes are published is treated as acceptance of the revised Terms.
19. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any dispute arising from the website or participation in the Collective shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales
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