Community Focused Banking Services

At Great Western Credit Union, our members are at the core of everything we do. That’s why we offer competitive loans and secure savings you can trust through our comprehensive and easy to use credit union online banking platform.

With 25 years of experience, we are committed to supporting financial wellbeing across our community.

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Consolidation Loans

Streamline your debt with a consolidation loan from Great Western Credit Union. Make multiple payments easier and roll your debt into a single payment. Enjoy smaller repayments, personalised schedules and no early repayment fees.

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Money@Work scheme

Great Western Credit Union supports employers to help their staff build financial wellbeing, with simple savings and affordable loans through their payroll. Our credit union goals are to help those at risk of financial exclusion, and provide access to affordable credit. Money@Work scheme makes the people and communities we serve better off.

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Join the GWCU’s mission

Enjoy tax-free savings, knowing that your money is used to bring fair loans to local people. Open a Cash ISA and start earning 3.5% AER.

By providing access to fair and affordable credit, we aim to build financial wellbeing across the South West.

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Low- Interest Personal Loans

At Great Western Credit Union, our low-interest personal loans are designed to match your finances.

Borrow from £100 to £15,000 with affordable interest rates throughout the credit union. Everyone is considered.
Affordable interest rates
Everyone considered

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Debt Consolidation Loans

Use your debt consolidation loan to pay off other loans or debts in a combined payment. At Great Western Credit Union, we put our team to your needs.

Borrow from £500 to £15,000
Combine your debt for easier, more manageable payments
Save money with competitive interest rates and transparent terms

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Fixed Rate Savings Account

With Great Western Credit Union, you are getting the best fixed-rate saving accounts and flexible terms:

Earn 4.75% AER
FSCS protected up to £85,000
Easy to apply online

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Areas we serve

Great Western Credit Union provides fair and affordable financial services to people living or working in the South West, from Bristol to Bournemouth, to Swindon to Yeovil.

Pick a region to find out what we offer in your community.

Why choose to bank with us?

Affordable loans with no hidden fees or charges

Range of savings accounts from easy-access to ISAs

Your money benefits local people not distant shareholders

Friendly, local staff, always ready to help

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November 11 2024

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