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Great Western Credit Union: Savings reviews

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Based on 269 reviews, last reviewed 11th Jul 2025
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Latest highest rating:

5

Good to know that my savings are being put to good u... Good to know that my savings are being put to good use in the community. Reviewed on: 11th July 2025
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Dave Martin

Latest lowest rating:

1

Look elsewhere Your just a number on a computer and then I get an email with monthly news on saying there supporting pride month!!! I hate is happening to Great Brit... Read more Reviewed on: 19th June 2025
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About this product

Great Western Credit Union offer savings accounts to customers who live, work or study in Bristol and Bath, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Somerset or Dorset.

Great Western Credit Union savings accounts include the Fixed Rate Saver, Cash ISA, Easy Saver, Business Saver and the Christmas Saver.

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Great Western Credit Union Savings reviews (269)

Good to know that my savings are being put to good u...

5
Good to know that my savings are being put to good use in the community. Reviewed on: 11th July 2025

I started saving with a credit union over 20 years ago.

5
I started saving with a credit union over 20 years ago. In those days I took my money to a meeting room to pay in weekly. I started when I became a lone parent and had very little income other than benefits. They helped me to start saving even though I had very little disposable income. It helped me to buy presents, with Christmas and also with some unexpected bills. They have been my longest saving partner. Reviewed on: 11th July 2025

Great Western Credit Union - Trustworthy.

5
We have been regular savers with GWCU over many years and have always been able to have good contact with them and also when we have had to withdraw funds this has been an easy and efficient process. Would definitely recommend GWCU to potential savers/lenders. Reviewed on: 10th July 2025

Never had a issue with credit union

5
Never had a issue with credit union Reviewed on: 10th July 2025

Do as I do: Save with GWCU

4
As a Saver and former volunteer with them, I am impressed by the dedication that they have to helping their customers. Reviewed on: 10th July 2025

Credit Union fairness

5
Credit Union provides a fair and Reviewed on: 10th July 2025

Always easy to deal with GWCU - prompt and efficient...

5
Always easy to deal with GWCU - prompt and efficient service. Reviewed on: 10th July 2025

Reliability

5
Great Western have been very reliable in holding my money and promptly paying it to me when a withdrawal is needed Reviewed on: 10th July 2025
Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi David We really value such positive feedback! To know that we have been such a steadying influence in your savings is fantastic, and that any withdrawals you have made have been swift and easy. Let us know if you need anything else - we would be happy to help! Regards Robin Response date: 29th July 2025
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Great way to keep investments in the region

5
Everyone I've spoken to either in person, online or on the phone has been incredibly helpful and clearly has the regions best interests at heart. It's great to know my investment is working to support people in my neighbourhood and not going to greenwashing or pinkwashing banks and lenders. Reviewed on: 10th July 2025
Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi BP Thank you for taking the time to leave a response! We're delighted to hear that you have felt supported and that our service has been to a high standard. It's also great to know that you place such importance in the social value of your investment, and that we provide a good alternative to high street banks. Thanks again for being a member and continuing to support GWCU! Best wishes Robin Response date: 29th July 2025
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Friendly, empathetic and caring.

5
Friendly, empathetic and caring. Explains well and are always helpful. Reviewed on: 7th July 2025
Reply from Great Western Credit Union Hi Aitch We are so grateful for your kind words. What you describe in your review is essential to our core values as a credit union. We always aim to put our best foot forward for our members, so it's pleasing to hear that GWCU has been of such great assistance. If you ever need anything else, don't hesitate to get in contact! Best wishes Robin Response date: 29th July 2025
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