Affordable loans and ethical savings

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.

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

Consolidation Loan

Make multiple payments easier- streamline your debt into a single payment. Benefit from smaller repayments, personalised schedules and no early repayment fees.

We’re supporting employers to help their staff build financial wellbeing, with simple savings and affordable loans through their payroll.

Join our 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.

Personal Loan

Consolidation Loan

Easy Saver

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 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

Latest News

September 06 2024

Stop loan sharks- what you need to know and how you can help

Here is how you can spot a loan shark, and what you can do to help stop illegal lending.

September 03 2024

GWCU recognised nationally as finalists in the UK Social Enterprise Awards

Great Western Credit Union is a finalist in the UK Social Enterprise Awards, recognising it as one o.

September 02 2024

GWCU partners with Smart Money People

Great Western Credit Union has built on its commitment to achieving great customer outcomes by partn.

August 27 2024

Help is available to save money for those with multiple debts from GWCU

GWCU launches consolidation lending for members with multiple debts.

August 23 2024

Could debt consolidation help you cope with the rising cost of living?

We explain what debt consolidation is and how a consolidation loan can help when your finances are o.

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Great Western Credit Union Ltd. Registered office: 2 York Court, Upper York Street, Bristol BS2 8QF. Registered No. 597C. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Reference No. 213583. We are members of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme and we subscribe to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Copyright © Great Western Credit Union. All rights reserved