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Great Western Credit Union provides local, ethical banking services for people who live in Bristol, Bath, Wiltshire, Somerset, Gloucestershire and Dorset. We provide competitive savings accounts including a Christmas saver, a Cash ISA and a children’s account, and we offer affordable loans from £100 to £15,000. We also offer an Organisational Deposit account for local businesses, charities and other organisations.

07/09/2026

Many families don't realise they could be missing out on extra support.💚

Changes to free school meals from September 2026 mean more households receiving Universal Credit may now be eligible.

With back-to-school costs already adding up, it's worth taking a few minutes to check: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0y4GKH0

01/09/2026

One of the things that makes a credit union different is that your savings don't just help you, they help others too.

When members save with us, that money helps provide fair and affordable loans to people across our communities, giving more people access to the financial support they need.

Last year, together we supported more than 18,000 members, provided £10.8 million in responsible lending, and helped members build £8.9 million in savings.

That's the credit union difference: people helping people, and communities becoming better off together.

25/08/2026

At Great Western Credit Union, we look at more than just a credit score.

We know that no two financial situations are the same, which is why we consider your individual circumstances, affordability and the information you provide when assessing an application.

Our aim is to understand the bigger picture, helping us make fair and responsible lending decisions and offer personalised rates based on your situation.

Find out more about borrowing with GWCU: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xKHKt0

18/08/2026

Buy Now, Pay Later has changed.

New rules introduced in July bring stronger protections for consumers, clearer information before you borrow and affordability checks to help people make informed decisions.

Learn more about the changes and what they mean for you: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xHt530

05/08/2026

Whether you're buying uniforms, replacing school shoes or stocking up on stationery, the back to school season can stretch any budget.

We've put together some practical tips to help you save money, access support and make the cost of the new school year feel a little more manageable.

Read the full blog here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xstX60

28/07/2026

Good news for families this summer! ☀️

A temporary VAT cut to 5% could help reduce the cost of some children's meals, family attractions and activities over the school holidays, giving families a little extra breathing room.

If you're planning some fun family days out this summer, it's worth checking which venues and activities are included and seeing where you could save!

21/07/2026

Our 2025 Social Impact Report is here!

We're taking a moment to look back at the difference we've made together and the people at the heart of it.

Behind every statistic is a person, family or household finding a fairer way to save, borrow and manage their money.

Take a look through some of the highlights from 2025 and see how, together, we're making people and communities better off.

Read the full report here: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0w_YhL0

13/07/2026

Voting for the Consumer Credit Awards closes 14 July, and we wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who has already shared their experience and supported us!

Your feedback has helped us become finalists in:
🏆 Best Credit Union (South)
🏆 Best Credit Union Loan Provider

We're incredibly proud to have made it as finalists, and every review helps us understand the difference we're making and how we can continue supporting our members and communities.

There's still time to have your say. Plus, everyone who leaves a review will be entered into a prize draw for the chance to win £1,000!

Share your experience and vote before entries close! https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0wVVkQ0

07/07/2026

Reviews like this are a reminder of why fair finance matters.

Every day, we support people through life's big and small moments, helping them access fair and affordable finance when they need it most and build stronger financial futures.

We're proud to be finalists in this year's Consumer Credit Awards, and with voting closing on 14 July, we'd love your support to help us get over the finish line!

Share your experience and vote for us: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0wM7P10

29/06/2026

We’ve made it as a finalist in this year’s Consumer Credit Awards in two categories!

🏆Best credit union (South)
🏆Best credit union loan provider

This recognition means so much to us, and it’s only possible thanks to the support of our incredible members and community!

Now we need your help to get us over the finish line.

If we’ve supported you in any way, we’d really value your feedback. Leaving a review only takes a few minutes and helps more people discover fair, affordable alternatives to traditional banking.

Plus, you’ll also be entered into a £1,000 prize draw. Share your experience and vote for us: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0wyCVF0

Address

2 York Court, Upper York Street
Bristol
BS28QF

Telephone

+441179247309

Website

https://greatwesterncu.org/

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