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Name: Savings
Rating: 4.82 (201 reviews)

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4.70

Based on 201 reviews, last reviewed 2nd Apr 2025

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Latest highest rating:

5

I like the idea and wider vision of the credit union. I like the idea and wider vision of the credit union. Although the returns are not very competitive I'm happy to save as I know it helps people borrow... Read more Reviewed on: 2nd April 2025

Latest lowest rating:

1

They have turned into a payday lender to vulnerable... They have turned into a payday lender to vulnerable people and partners like Bristol city council should not be encouraging their staff to use them th... Read more Reviewed on: 21st September 2024

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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 (201)

Review of the Great Western Credit Union, Savings:

Bristol Credit Union Provides an excellent service

Has enabled me to save money for the first time in my life. It helps me to keep out of debt. The staff are always friendly, helpful and efficient Reviewed on: 12th June 2020

Fantastic alternative to corporate savings banks

I've been saving money with GWCU for quite a few years now, so I have a little nest egg for things like car repairs, clothes, replacement furniture etc. It's incredibly simple to pay in and withdraw money. I earn a small amount of interest and my savings are loaned to people in need who may have trouble accessing more mainstream banking services. Everyone in our communities can benefit from a great credit union, and GWCU fills that role admirably. Reviewed on: 6th July 2023

Local organisation, helping local people & society

Pleasure to read about where our money is being used, rather than just disappearing into the black-box of the usual banking system. Our local communities need to support one another much more. GWCU is a part of the local community that can help people through the tough times. Reviewed on: 3rd July 2023

Excellent Customer Service

I have been banking with Great Western Credit Union for around 15 years. I save with them as I know my money is put to good use supporting other people. Whenever I deal with them I always find their customer service second to none. Their.staff are friendly, polite and helpful and transactions happen in a timely manner. They are an excellent organisation. Reviewed on: 29th June 2023

Very good service

Iv been with bristol credit union for many years now I find its very good reliable staff very friendly always there to help Reviewed on: 27th June 2023

Reliable and ethical

I've been a member since the start. They keep me well informed, and I'm confident my savings are being used for a good social benefit. This is more important to me than high financial returns. Reviewed on: 27th June 2023

Great Western is an excellent way to get a clear understanding and savings in the UK

From the beginning fast and friendly service with a great range of services and products for your needs Reviewed on: 13th June 2023

A caring lender.

I have followed HWCU (formerly Bristol Credit Union) for several years now. I know they supported their borrowers and staff through the lockdown in 2020. Reviewed on: 9th June 2023

Essential service in difficult times

As a founder member of the Great Western Credit Unions' parent organisation {Bristol City Council CU} I have followed their growth very carefully. They provide far more services than we could imagine back in 1996. I have been glad of the opportunity to save regularly every month and have used the money for rainy days. Reviewed on: 8th June 2023

I cannot recommend them enough

I've been saving for a while with Great Western Credit Union, I feel I am making a real difference in my area by saving with them as they really do help people with affordable loans if they're able to along with community initiatives and a host of financial products. Reviewed on: 25th May 2023

Very good personable and efficient and ethical

I think they are very customer aware and offer great products and services I find them down to earth and yet efficient and effective Reviewed on: 23rd May 2023

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