The Vale Clinic

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The Vale Clinic Podiatry and Physiotherapy | Wokingham


Address: First Floor,
               12 Peach Place,
                Wokingham
                RG40 1LY

 

By car: If using a Sat Nav., enter postcode RG40 1YH to park in Rose Street car park, which is less than 2 minutes’ walk to the clinic. Parking is £1.40 for an hour. Alternative parking can be found at the Easthampstead Road East, Cockpit Path, Elms Road and Denmark Street car parks.

By train:  Wokingham train station is a 10 -15 minutes’ walk to the clinic.

Click on the map to view our location on Google maps.

 

Parking Information - Wokingham Town Centre Clinic

Parking is available nearby at the following car parks: Rose Street, Cockpit Path, Elms Field, and Denmark Street. The closest option is Rose Street Car Park, just a short walk from the clinic.  All car parks offer designated disabled parking bays for patients with mobility needs. 

Parking fees start from £1.40 per hour.


Accessibility

Our clinic is located on the first floor and is fully accessible via a lift.
We also provide step-free access and wheelchair-friendly toilet facilities on-site to support all patients.

Compliments and complaints

We are committed to providing high-quality care at all times. If you are happy with your treatment, we’d love to hear your feedback. If you have concerns or are dissatisfied in any way, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

You can write to:

Ronke Tinker
Director, The Vale Clinic
First Floor, 12 Peach Place
Wokingham, RG40 1LY

Your feedback is important to us. All concerns will be addressed promptly, and you can expect a formal response within 2–5 working days.

Privacy policy - The Vale Clinic

At The Vale Clinic, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) 2018 and other applicable data protection laws.

 

1.How We Collect Your Information

We collect personal information directly from you in the following ways:

  • When you book or attend an appointment

  • When you purchase products or services

  • When you complete forms on our website

  • When you communicate with us via phone, email, or in person

We may also receive information from third parties, such as your GP or other healthcare providers, with your consent.


2. What Information We Collect 

Personal Data
Includes:

  • Name, date of birth, contact details (email, phone, address)

  • Medical history and treatment notes

  • Payment and transaction details

  • GP or consultant correspondence

  • Consent forms, photos, gait analysis videos (with prior consent)

Non-Personal Data
Collected through website cookies (see section below), such as browser type, pages visited, and location data, which do not identify you personally.


3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data to:

  • Provide healthcare services and manage your treatment

  • Process payments and manage appointments

  • Communicate with you regarding your care or purchases

  • Send you marketing materials (only with your consent)

  • Fulfil legal or regulatory requirements

We do not share your data for third-party marketing purposes.



4. Data Storage and Security

Your information is stored securely in both paper and electronic formats.

  • Electronic records are stored on GDPR-compliant, password-protected systems hosted in the UK

  • Card payments in clinic are processed via Clover, a secure third-party provider. We do not store card details.



5. Information Sharing

We only share your information when necessary and under the following conditions:

  • With consent – e.g. with your GP or consultant for continuity of care

  • Legal obligations – to comply with law enforcement or court orders

  • Service providers – such as external receptionists or IT support (only as needed)

  • Business transitions – e.g. in the event of a business merger or sale, with appropriate safeguards


6. Marketing Communication

We may occasionally contact you with offers, updates, or newsletters.
You can choose how you wish to receive these (mail, email, SMS, phone) or opt out entirely.

You can withdraw consent for marketing at any time by contacting us.



7. Use of Cookies on Our Website

Our website uses cookies to:

  • Improve user experience

  • Collect analytics (e.g. via Google Analytics)

  • Support site functionality (e.g. Google Maps, Mailchimp integrations)

Cookies do not identify you personally. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may impact some functionality.

More info: Google Analytics Privacy



8. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary:

  • Patient records – for a minimum of 8 years after your last appointment (or longer if legally required)

  • Non-patient customers – data is kept for a minimum of 6 years in line with tax laws



9. Your Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access the data we hold about you

  • Request corrections to inaccurate data

  • Object to or restrict processing of your data

  • Request data deletion (health records are usually exempt)

  • Withdraw marketing consent at any time

  • File a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (www.ico.org.uk)



10. Children Under 16

If you are under 16, please ensure a parent or guardian provides consent before you submit any personal information through our website.


11. International Data Transfers

If your data is processed outside the UK or EU (e.g. by third-party hosting providers), we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your rights and data security.



12. Policy Updates

This policy is reviewed annually and may be updated without prior notice. Please refer to this page regularly for any changes.

  • First published: January 2019

  • Reviewed: February 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026


13. Disclaimer

Website content is provided for general information only and does not constitute medical advice. Self-diagnosis is not recommended. Treatment is only provided after a full clinical consultation and disclosure of your medical history.

The Vale Clinic is not responsible for content on external websites linked from our site.

14. Contact Us

For privacy-related queries or data access requests, contact:

Ronke Tinker
Director & Data Controller
The Vale Clinic
First Floor, 12 Peach Place
Wokingham, RG40 1LY
📧 info@thevaleclinic.com

The Vale Clinic Podiatry and Physiotherapy| Wokingham

Address: First Floor,
               12 Peach  Place,
                Wokingham
                RG40 1LY

By car: If using a Sat Nav., enter postcode RG40 1YH to park in Rose Street car park, which is less than 2 minutes’ walk to the clinic. Parking is £1.40 for an hour. Alternative parking can be found at the Easthampstead Road East, Cockpit Path, Elms Road and Denmark Street car parks.

By train:  Wokingham train station is a 10 -15 minutes’ walk to the clinic.

Click on the map to view our location on Google maps.