Terms and Conditions
Welcome to The Dutch Hospital. As an independent, family-owned company based in the United Kingdom, we are committed to providing a transparent, secure, and beautiful shopping experience. By placing an order with us, you agree to the following terms.
1. Our Commitment to You
As a family-run business, we treat our customers with the same respect we expect for ourselves.
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Privacy First: We treat your data exactly how we want our own to be treated. We do not like scammers or cold-callers, and we will never sell or trade your personal information.
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Support: We are always here to help. Whether you are in the UK or shopping internationally, we strive to ensure every bespoke creation reaches you in perfect condition.
2. Secure Payments & Global Transactions
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No Phone Payments: To ensure your financial security, we do not take payments over the phone.
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Secure Platforms: We accept payments only through secure, internationally recognised platforms: Shopify Payments, PayPal, Klarna, or Direct Bank Transfer.
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International Orders: Customers outside the UK are responsible for any local import duties, taxes, or currency conversion fees applied by their local customs office.
3. Shipping, Backorders & Local Pickup
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Worldwide Delivery: We offer secure shipping globally. We share your name, address, and mobile number with trusted couriers (Royal Mail, DPD, DHL) solely for delivery and tracking updates.
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Backorders: Items marked as "Backordered" typically ship within 4 weeks.
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Click & Collect: Free local pickup is available from our studio at 55 Midsummer Place, Milton Keynes.
4. Returns, Damages & Bespoke Items
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30-Day Returns: We offer a 30-day return policy for standard, non-bespoke items. Items must be returned in their original, resaleable condition.
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Bespoke/Personalised Items: Under the UK Consumer Rights Act 2015, personalised or made-to-order items are exempt from the right to cancel or return unless they arrive damaged or faulty. Please ensure all custom details are correct at the time of purchase.
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Damaged Items: Please report any damaged or incorrect items within 48 hours of delivery. In these cases, we provide a full refund or replacement.
5. Intellectual Property & Copyright Protection
The Dutch Hospital takes great pride in our creative integrity.
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Original Content: All photographs, item descriptions, website copy, and concept design ideas (including bespoke prints and nursery collections) are the exclusive property of The Dutch Hospital.
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Strict Prohibition: We use our own professional photography and unique data. Copying, reproducing, or distributing our original designs, photos, or data for commercial use is strictly prohibited. * Legal Action: Any unauthorised use of our imagery or design concepts will be met with direct legal action to protect our brand and our independent designers.
6. Contact Details & Company Information
The Dutch Hospital (Luxury Lifestyle) Email: info@thedutchhospital.com
Address: 55 Midsummer Place, Milton Keynes, MK9 3GB, United Kingdom.