Terms and Conditions

Last updated: October 2025

These Terms and Conditions govern all services and sales provided by Julian Barrett trading as Seaford.Photography, a sole trader business based in Seaford, East Sussex, United Kingdom. By engaging our services or purchasing products from us, you agree to the following terms.

1. About Us

Seaford.Photography is a sole trader business operated in the United Kingdom.
Business name: Seaford.Photography
Owner: J M Barrett
Website: www.seaford.photography
Contact email: sales@seaford.photography
Telephone: 07949 775565

We specialise in:

  • Restoration and colourisation of old or faded photographs

  • Advice and consultation during home visits within our local service area

  • Professional retouching and enhancement of photographic images

  • Scanning, printing and framing of restored images

  • High-quality reprints and optional framing

  • Sale of photographic prints through our website and at local markets

Our mission is to help you preserve and revive cherished family memories with care and craftsmanship.

2. Our Services

Photo Restoration and Colourisation

We use advanced digital techniques to repair damage such as fading, scratches, or tears, and where desired, apply realistic colourisation to black and white photographs.

3. Home Visits

We offer free, no-obligation home visits within Seaford and surrounding villages to assess your photographs and provide tailored advice.
During a visit, we will:

  • Inspect your original image

  • Assess the condition of your photograph(s)

  • Discuss restoration or retouching options and colourisation outcomes

  • During a visit, we may collect photographs for scanning and restoration.

  • Original items are handled with the utmost care, but customers are advised that older or fragile photographs may be at risk during handling or scanning.

  • We cannot accept liability for any pre-existing damage or deterioration.

  • Provide a clear quotation before work begins

Travel outside our normal area may incur an additional fee, which will be agreed in advance.

4. Handling of Original Photographs

We understand the sentimental and historical value of your photographs.

  • All handling is carried out with the utmost care and confidentiality.

  • Your original photograph will be safely stored and returned upon completion.

  • While every effort is made to ensure the safe keeping of your materials, we cannot accept liability for loss or damage caused by factors beyond our control (e.g. postal delays, accidents, or acts of nature).

 

5. How It Works

  1. Contact Us
    Reach us by phone at 07949 775565 or email sales@seaford.photography to book an appointment.

  2. Assessment
    We will visit your home for a free, no-obligation consultation.

  3. Scanning & Restoration
    With your consent, we will carefully collect your photograph for professional scanning and restoration at our premises in Seaford.

  4. Return & Approval
    Within approximately one week, we will return your original photograph along with a restored, colourised or retouched print.

  5. Payment
    Payment is only due once you are fully satisfied with the results.

6. Orders and Payment

  • Prices are quoted in pounds sterling (£).

  • We accept cash and card payments upon completion.

  • Online purchases through our website must be paid at the time of ordering.

  • Work will not commence until both parties have agreed to the quoted price.

7. Turnaround Times

We aim to complete standard restoration work within 7 working days of collection.
Timescales may vary depending on workload and complexity, and we will inform you of any delays.

8. Ownership, Copyright and Permissions

  • You confirm that you own the photograph or hold all necessary rights to authorise restoration and reproduction.

  • You retain ownership of your original photographs.

  • Seaford.Photography retains copyright of any digitally restored or edited versions created, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

  • We will never use copies of completed work for promotional purposes (e.g. website or exhibitions) unless you have specifically approved this.  Consent can be withdrawn at any time.

9. Quality and Satisfaction

Every restoration or colourisation is carried out using professional methods and tools.
While we make every effort to ensure an accurate and realistic result, some variation may occur due to:

  • The condition and detail of the original image

  • Age, fading, or physical damage

  • Subjective interpretation of colours in old black-and-white photographs

  • Minor artistic differences or interpretations should not be considered defects.

10. Refunds and Adjustments

  • You only make payment after you have approved the final result.

  • If you are not fully satisfied, we will make reasonable adjustments free of charge.

  • Once a final image has been accepted and paid for, refunds are not normally available.

11. Delivery and Returns

Original photographs and restored prints will be personally returned to you or made available for collection.
While we handle all materials with care, Seaford.Photography cannot accept liability for pre-existing damage, deterioration due to age, or issues caused by postal or courier services.

12. Online and Market Sales

We also sell photographic prints and related products via:

Products are made to order, and colours may vary slightly from digital previews.
For online sales, customers have a 14-day right to cancel under the UK Consumer Contracts Regulations, except for personalised or custom-made items.

13. Privacy & Data Protection

We take your privacy seriously. Personal information (such as name, address, phone number or email) is collected solely for fulfilling your order or arranging services.
We do not share personal data with third parties unless required by law.
For further details, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

 

14. Limitation of Liability

Our total liability for any claim arising from our services shall not exceed the total amount paid for that specific service.
We are not liable for:

  • Damage caused by the original image’s fragility or deterioration

  • Colour variations due to limitations of source material

  • Delay or loss caused by third-party carriers

15. Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, and any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.