Cash ISA
Enjoy tax-free savings while helping us provide ethical and affordable loans across the South West.
Easy Saver
This simple credit union savings account makes it easy to put your spare money aside for the things that make life better.
Business Saver
Boost your business savings with our new instant access account and get 3.04% AER / 3% gross.
Christmas Saver
Make Christmas special and enjoy peace of mind too. A safe, flexible way to build your festive funds through the year.
By choosing to open a savings account with Great Western Credit Union, your money allows us to offer fair loans to local people
Flexible savings accounts that allow you to save what you can, when you can
Your savings are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)
We aim to offer a competitive return on your savings
Check you are eligible
To apply for a savings account you need to meet the following criteria:
- Age 18 +
- Live, work or study in the Bristol and Bath, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Somerset or Dorset
- Or be a UNITE and UNISON member from across the South-West.
Choose your savings account
We offer a range of savings accounts, from an Easy Saver to a Cash ISA. All of our accounts are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, up to £85,000.
Find an account to suit you
Have your documents ready
You'll need an email address and mobile number to start your application. Make sure you also have your National Insurance number and bank details handy so you can make your first deposit, plus proof of identity.
If you are unable to provide these during your application, you can save and complete at one of our branches or service points.
Find a branch
Start your application
Now that you have everything you need you can get started on your application. It takes about 15 minutes to complete your application and open your account. You can save your application at any time and come back to it later.
