General Terms & Conditions
The Garden League Ltd – General Terms and Conditions
1. Definitions and Interpretation
In these Terms and Conditions, unless the context requires otherwise:
– “Company” means The Garden League Ltd, a company incorporated in England and Wales with registered number 13664634.
– “Buyer” means any person, firm, or company purchasing goods or services from the Company.
– “Goods” means all products supplied by the Company under these Terms.
– “Contract” means the agreement between the Company and the Buyer for the supply of Goods, comprising these Terms, the order, and the order acknowledgment.
2. Application of Terms
These Terms apply to all sales of Goods by the Company and supersede any Buyer’s terms unless expressly agreed in writing by the Company. No variation to these Terms is binding unless agreed in writing by a director of the Company.
3. Orders and Acceptance
Orders may be placed by telephone, email, or through the Company’s dedicated online platform. An order shall only be deemed accepted when confirmed in writing by the Company or upon dispatch of the Goods. The Company reserves the right to refuse any order at its discretion.
4. Price and Payment
Prices displayed are net of VAT and exclude transportation costs, which are calculated at checkout. Unless otherwise agreed, payment is due at the time of order. The Company may withhold delivery until payment has been received in full.
5. Delivery and Risk
The Buyer may select the preferred delivery method at checkout, with costs borne by the Buyer. The Company will place the delivery order with the courier in the name of the Buyer. Risk and ownership transfer to the Buyer when the Goods are collected by the courier.
6. Inspection and Acceptance of Goods
The Buyer shall inspect the Goods promptly upon delivery. Any claim for defective or damaged Goods must be notified in writing within 48 hours of receipt. Goods not so notified shall be deemed accepted and in conformity with the Contract.
7. Returns and Refunds
The Company does not permit the return of Goods except as provided under clause 6. Defective Goods duly notified shall, at the Company’s option, be replaced or credited to the Buyer’s account. Refunds will not be issued except where expressly agreed in writing.
8. Warranties and Liability
The Company warrants that all Goods are manufactured in accordance with the laws and regulations in force at the time of manufacture. Documentation may be provided upon request. Except as set out above, all warranties are excluded. The Buyer’s sole remedy for defective Goods shall be replacement or credit note. The Company shall not be liable for indirect or consequential loss, including lost profits or goodwill. Liability shall not exceed the price paid for the Goods. No claim may be brought more than six months after delivery. The Buyer shall indemnify the Company for misuse or onward supply. The Company will never supply Goods past their best before date; inventory management is the Buyer’s responsibility. Distributors must not sell Goods past their best before date. Nothing in these Terms excludes liability where prohibited by law.
9. Force Majeure
The Company shall not be liable for failure or delay due to events beyond reasonable control, including natural disasters, strikes, war, terrorism, pandemics, or regulatory restrictions. In such cases, the Company may extend delivery times or cancel the Contract without liability.
10. Termination
The Company may terminate immediately if the Buyer commits a material breach not remedied within 14 days, or becomes insolvent. Termination does not affect accrued rights.
11. Intellectual Property Rights
All trademarks, logos, and related intellectual property remain the Company’s property. The Buyer may use them solely to resell the Goods, and not in any way damaging to the Company’s reputation.
12. Confidentiality
Both parties shall keep confidential all non-public or proprietary information, except where disclosure is required by law or information is public.
13. Compliance with Laws
Both parties shall comply with all applicable laws, including the Bribery Act 2010, Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, Modern Slavery Act 2015, and environmental legislation. Breach is a material breach of Contract.
14. Data Protection
Each party shall comply with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. The Company processes personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy. The Buyer warrants it has obtained all necessary consents.
16. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms and any disputes shall be governed by English law. The courts of England and Wales have exclusive jurisdiction.
17. General Provisions
Notices must be in writing and delivered by hand, post, or email. The Buyer shall not assign obligations without consent. If any provision is invalid, the remainder remains in force. No waiver of rights is effective unless in writing. These Terms constitute the entire agreement between the parties.