Savings
Rainy days, dream holidays or that big occasion, we’ve got the right savings product to get you started.
Saving a little bit regularly or setting money aside for something bigger? Our range of ISA’s, easy access and fixed term accounts are designed to help you save however you need to, for however long you want to. From junior accounts to tax free, we’ve taken the hassle out of opening a savings account with us.
We have savings products that can be opened and managed online, in Branch or by post and all of our products are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. Find out more here
Please check out our current range of savings products in the summary boxes below.
5.00%
Gross rate / 5.00% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
LimitedInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Post
Regular Saver accounts allow you to save a sum of money each month and usually for a specific period of time. Great for building your savings habit or saving for a special purchase.
Please note this account is only available in branch.
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
5.00 |
^AER%
5.00 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and will be added to the account balance.
This is a two-year fixed term, monthly subscription account. |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. We will give you reasonable notice in advance of the change.
For further details please see section 7 of the Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 24 months based on a maximum monthly subscription of £200 per month? | £5,053.25
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the maximum monthly subscription of £200 being made for the full term of 2 years, that no withdrawals are made, and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? |
You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first-class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Savings Accounts.
If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can
5.00%
Gross rate / 5.00% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
LimitedInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Branch
Post
Regular Saver accounts allow you to save a sum of money each month and usually for a specific period of time. Great for building your savings habit or saving for a special purchase.
Please note this account is only available online.
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Account Name | Regular E Saver 200 (Issue 1) |
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate % / ^AER%
5.00 |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate?
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Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. We will give you reasonable notice in advance of any change.
For further details please see section 7 of our Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts. |
What would the estimated balance be after 24 months based on a maximum monthly subscription of £200 per month?
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£5,053.25
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the maximum monthly subscription of £200 being made for the full term of 2 years, that no withdrawals are made, and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate.
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? |
On maturity, if no maturity instructions have been received, the maturing funds, including compounded interest will be transferred to an Instant Access Account. |
Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stnds for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Savings Accounts.
Online Payments
You can set up regular payments to your Penrith Building Society Regular Saver online; please allow adequate time for the Society to receive the payment. This may be affected by weekends, bank holidays and short months.
If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can:
2.80%
Gross rate / 2.80% AER (over £5,000)
2.50%
Gross rate / 2.50% AER (over £1,000)
2.25%
Gross rate / 2.25% AER (under £1,000)
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
For savers with short-term goals in mind, an Instant Access account is an option well worth considering. Whether you’re saving for a holiday, new car, or wedding – or just putting a little aside for a rainy day – an Instant Access savings account can provide the flexibility required to get to your funds easily whenever they’re needed.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | Total Balance
Up to £999.99 £1,000 to £4,999 Over £5,000 |
+Gross Rate%
2.25 2.50 2.80 |
^AER%
2.25 2.50 2.80 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and can be added to the account balance or paid to another bank or building society account by BACS transfer | |||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £100 deposit? | £102.25
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,025.00
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £5,000 deposit? | £5,140.00
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £1. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
3.20%
Gross rate / 3.20% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
You can choose to support one of our affinity partners by opening an Affinity Instant Access Share. We donate a percentage of the average balance on these accounts to your chosen affinity partner annually.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
3.20 |
^AER%
3.20 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,032
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £1. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
3.95%
Tax free rate / 3.95% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Put simply, a Tax-Free account means you don’t have to pay tax on the interest that you earn. With other savings accounts, the interest you earn is paid on a gross basis (without the deduction of tax), but you may still have an obligation to pay tax on it if the sum earned is above a certain level.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Tax Free Rate%
3.95 |
^AER%
3.95 |
Interest is paid annually on 5th April and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,039.50
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | You can withdraw any available funds or transfer to another ISA provider without loss of interest. Transfers can either be in full or partial, please note that the ISA Issue 3 is not a flexible ISA, withdrawing money from your Cash ISA account doesn’t reset your tax-free ISA allowance. If you save up to your entire ISA allowance then withdraw some money, you can’t put anything else back into your ISA in that tax year.
If at any time the balance on your Cash ISA drops below £100 the account will be automatically closed 28 days from the date of the withdrawal which brought the balance below £100, unless instructions are received to transfer the remaining funds to another ISA Manager. Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £100. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
For further information please refer to Conditions 9 and 10 of the Terms & Conditions for Investment Accounts. |
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Additional Information | Your ISA savings are tax exempt and do not count towards your Personal Savings Allowance. The tax treatment of ISA’s may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Tax Free Rate is the contractual rate of interest payable where interest is exempt from income tax.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
DOWNLOAD KEY PRODUCT INFORMATION AS A PDF
DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
The Financial Conduct Authority is a financial services regulator. It requires us, Penrith Building Society, to give you this important information to help you decide whether our Cash ISA Issue 3 is right for you. You should read this document carefully so that you understand what you are buying, and then keep it safe for future reference.
An ISA can be a Cash ISA, a Stocks and Shares ISA, an Innovative Finance ISA or a Lifetime ISA (LISA). Here at Penrith Building Society we only offer Cash ISA savings accounts and the ISA explained in this leaflet is a Cash ISA. We also offer an Additional Permitted Subscription (APS) ISA and a Junior ISA, please ask in branch for separate details and terms and conditions.
If you are an adult, then in any tax year you can pay into one Cash ISA, one Stocks and Shares ISA, one Innovative Finance ISA and one Lifetime ISA (LISA). You can save up to the limit in any type or a combination of all four. Your ISAs can be with the same provider if they offer all types or with different providers. A tax year runs from 6th April in one year to 5th April the following year.
There is no tax to pay on your Cash ISA interest and this does not count towards your Personal Savings Allowance, for more information on this please visit www.gov.uk and search for Personal Savings Allowance.
Eligibility
To apply for an ISA Issue 3 you must:
General Operation
Can I transfer my Cash ISA from another provider to the Penrith Building Society?
Yes, the ISA issue 3 accepts both full and partial transfers up to the account limit.
Can I transfer my Penrith Building Society Cash ISA to another provider?
Yes, subject to the new ISA Manager agreeing to accept the transfer. Transfers to other Cash ISA providers are permitted and are penalty free. If you ever wish to transfer your Penrith Building Society Cash ISA to another provider you will need to complete a Cash ISA Transfer Application form with your new provider, who will forward the request to us. You will need to send us your passbook and can do this direct, or via your new Cash ISA provider.
What if I change my mind?
You have 14 days after the date that your account is opened to change your mind. You can cancel your investment by letting us know in writing during this period and your cancelled Cash ISA will not count as an ISA subscription. Any interest that you have earned on your savings during this period will be paid gross.
Are you a new customer to Penrith Building Society?
If you are a new customer, you will need to provide some form of identification and verification of address. Details of acceptable documentary evidence accompany this factsheet. You will also need to provide us with your National Insurance number.
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme
Penrith Building Society is a participant of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) and your deposits are protected under this scheme.
For further information about the compensation provided by the FSCS, refer to the FSCS website at www.fscs.org.uk
Complaints
The Society always tries to provide a first class service. Occasionally, however, things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms and Conditions for Investments Accounts booklet.
Further Information
Information on ISAs can be obtained from the HMRC ISA Helpline on 0300 200 3312, or by visiting www.gov.uk/individual-savings-accounts
General Terms & Conditions
4.36%
Tax free rate / 4.36% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
With noticeInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Put simply, a Tax-Free account means you don’t have to pay tax on the interest that you earn. With other savings accounts, the interest you earn is paid on a gross basis (without the deduction of tax), but you may still have an obligation to pay tax on it if the sum earned is above a certain level.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Tax Free Rate%
4.36 |
^AER%
4.36 |
Interest is paid annually on 5th April and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,043.60
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? |
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Additional Information | Your ISA savings are tax exempt and do not count towards your Personal Savings Allowance. The tax treatment of ISA’s may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Tax Free Rate is the contractual rate of interest payable where interest is exempt from income tax.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
DOWNLOAD KEY PRODUCT INFORMATION AS A PDF
DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
Key Features of the 90 day notice ISA
The Financial Conduct Authority is a financial services regulator. It requires us, Penrith Building Society, to give you this important information to help you decide whether our 90 Day Notice ISA is right for you. You should read this document carefully so that you understand what you are buying, and then keep it safe for future reference. An ISA can be a Cash ISA, a Stocks and Shares ISA, an Innovative Finance ISA or a Lifetime ISA (LISA). Here at Penrith Building Society we only offer Cash ISA savings accounts and the ISA explained in this leaflet is a Cash ISA. We also offer an Additional Permitted Subscription (APS) ISA and a Junior ISA, please ask in branch for separate details and terms and conditions.
If you are an adult, then in any tax year you can pay into one Cash ISA, one Stocks and Shares ISA, one Innovative Finance ISA and one Lifetime ISA (LISA). You can save up to the limit in any type or a combination of all four. Your ISAs can be with the same provider if they offer all types or with different providers. A tax year runs from 6th April in one year to 5th April the following year.
There is no tax to pay on your Cash ISA interest and this does not count towards your Personal Savings Allowance, for more information on this please visit www.gov.uk and search for Personal Savings Allowance.
Eligibility
To apply for a 90 Day Notice ISA, you must:
General Operation
Can I transfer my Cash ISA from another provider to the Penrith Building Society?
Yes, the 90 Day Notice ISA accepts both full and partial transfers in up to the account limit.
Can I transfer my Penrith Building Society 90 Day Notice ISA to another provider?
Yes, subject to the new ISA Manager agreeing to accept the transfer. Transfers to other Cash ISA providers are permitted and are subject to a 90 day interest penalty.. If you ever wish to transfer your Penrith Building Society 90 Day Notice ISA to another provider you will need to complete a Cash ISA Transfer Application form with your new provider, who will forward the request to us. You will need to send us your passbook and can do this direct, or via your new Cash ISA provider.
What if I change my mind?
You have 14 days after the date that your account is opened to change your mind.You can cancel your investment by letting us know in writing during this period and your cancelled 90 Day Notice ISA will not count as an IS A subscription. Any interest that you have earned on your savings during this period will be paid gross.
Are you a new customer to Penrith Building Society?
If you are a new customer, you will need to provide some form of identification and verification of address. Details of acceptable documentary evidence accompany this factsheet.You will also need to provide us with your National Insurance number.
The Financial Services Compensation Scheme
Penrith Building Society is a participant of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) and your deposits are protected under this scheme.
For further information about the compensation provided by the FSCS, refer to the FSCS website at www.fscs.org.uk
Complaints
The Society always tries to provide a first-class service. Occasionally, however, things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms and Conditions for Investments Accounts booklet.
Further Information
Information on ISAs can be obtained from the HMRC ISA Helpline on 0300 200 3312, or by visiting
www.gov.uk/individual-savings-accounts
General Terms & Conditions
3.90%
Gross rate / 3.90% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
With noticeInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Notice accounts may be suitable for you if you have a larger sum of money to invest that you do not need to access immediately.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
3.90 |
^AER%
3.90 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and can be added to the account balance or paid to another bank or building society account by BACS transfer | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,039.00
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made subject to the 30-day notice period and leaving the minimum balance of £500. Withdrawals cannot be made without serving the notice period. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways::
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Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
4.10%
Gross rate / 4.10% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
With noticeInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Notice accounts may be suitable for you if you have a larger sum of money to invest that you do not need to access immediately.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
4.10 |
^AER%
4.10 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and can be added to the account balance (subject to not exceeding the maximum balance), transferred to another PBS account or paid to another bank or building society account by BACS transfer |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? |
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1000 deposit? | £1,041.00
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made subject to the 60-day notice period and leaving the minimum balance of £500. Withdrawals cannot be made without serving the notice period. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
4.16%
Tax free rate / 4.16% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
LimitedInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Put simply, a Tax-Free account means you don’t have to pay tax on the interest that you earn. With other savings accounts, the interest you earn is paid on a gross basis (without the deduction of tax), but you may still have an obligation to pay tax on it if the sum earned is above a certain level.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Tax Free Rate%
4.16 |
^AER%
4.16 |
Interest is paid annually on 5th April and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,041.60
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | The Limited Access ISA permits 4 withdrawals. No further withdrawals are permitted within the same tax year.
Transfers can either be in full or partial, please note that partial transfers do count towards the 4 withdrawals per year limit and that the Limited Access ISA is not a flexible ISA, withdrawing money from your Cash ISA account doesn’t reset your tax-free ISA allowance. If you save up to your entire ISA allowance then withdraw some money, you can’t put anything else back into your ISA in that tax year. If at any time the balance on your Limited Access ISA drops below £100 the account will be automatically closed 28 days from the date of the withdrawal which brought the balance below £100, unless instructions are received to transfer the remaining funds to another ISA Manager. Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £100. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
For further information please refer to Conditions 9 and 10 of the Terms & Conditions for Investment Accounts. |
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Additional Information | Your ISA savings are tax exempt and do not count towards your Personal Savings Allowance. The tax treatment of ISA’s may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Tax Free Rate is the contractual rate of interest payable where interest is exempt from income tax. ^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year. We always try to provide a first-class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Investment Accounts booklet.
DOWNLOAD KEY PRODUCT INFORMATION AS A PDF
DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS
Key Features of the Limited Access ISA
The Financial Conduct Authority is a financial services regulator. It requires us, Penrith Building Society, to give you this important information to help you decide whether our Limited Access ISA is right for you. You should read this document carefully so that you understand what you are buying, and then keep it safe for future reference. An ISA can be a Cash ISA, a Stocks and Shares ISA, an Innovative Finance ISA or a Lifetime ISA (LISA). Here at Penrith Building Society we only offer Cash ISA savings accounts and the ISA explained in this leaflet is a Cash ISA. We also offer an Additional Permitted Subscription (APS) ISA and a Junior ISA, please ask in branch for separate details and terms and conditions. If you are an adult, then in any tax year you can pay into one Cash ISA, one Stocks and Shares ISA, one Innovative Finance ISA and one Lifetime ISA (LISA). You can save up to the limit in any type or a combination of all four. Your ISAs can be with the same provider if they offer all types or with different providers. A tax year runs from 6th April in one year to 5th April the following year There is no tax to pay on your Cash ISA interest and this does not count towards your Personal Savings Allowance, for more information on this please visit www.gov.uk and search for Personal Savings Allowance. Eligibility To apply for a Limited Access ISA, you must:
General Operation
Can I transfer my Cash ISA from another provider to the Penrith Building Society? Yes, the Limited Access ISA accepts both full and partial transfers in up to the account limit. Can I transfer my Penrith Building Society Limited access ISA to another provider? Yes, subject to the new ISA Manager agreeing to accept the transfer. Transfers to other Cash ISA providers are permitted and are penalty free. If you ever wish to transfer your Penrith Building Society Cash ISA to another provider you will need to complete a Cash ISA Transfer Application form with your new provider, who will forward the request to us. You will need to send us your passbook and can do this direct, or via your new Cash ISA provider. What if I change my mind? You have 14 days after the date that your account is opened to change your mind.You can cancel your investment by letting us know in writing during this period and your cancelled Limited access ISA will not count as an IS A subscription. Any interest that you have earned on your savings during this period will be paid gross. Are you a new customer to Penrith Building Society? If you are a new customer, you will need to provide some form of identification and verification of address. Details of acceptable documentary evidence accompany this factsheet.You will also need to provide us with your National Insurance number. The Financial Services Compensation Scheme Penrith Building Society is a participant of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) and your deposits are protected under this scheme. For further information about the compensation provided by the FSCS, refer to the FSCS website at www.fscs.org.uk Complaints The Society always tries to provide a first-class service. Occasionally, however, things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms and Conditions for Investments Accounts booklet. Further Information Information on ISAs can be obtained from the HMRC ISA Helpline on 0300 200 3312, or by visiting www.gov.uk/individual-savings-accounts General Terms & Conditions
2.95%
Gross rate / 2.95% AER without bonus
4.20%
Gross rate / 4.20% AER (includes bonus of 1.25%)
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Helping you to start the savings habit early.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | Interest Rate without bonus +Gross Rate%2.95Interest Rate with bonus (includes a bonus of 1.25%) +Gross Rate% 4.20* |
Interest Rate without bonus ^AER Rate%2.95Interest Rate with bonus (includes a bonus of 1.25%) ^AER Rate% 4.20* |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,029.50
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only, it does not include the bonus. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit and including the bonus of 1.25%? | £1,035.87
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the assumption that the child’s birthday is 6 months after the account is opened, that no further deposits or withdrawals are made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £1. If the account is held in trust for the young person, we may request confirmation that withdrawals are for the child’s benefit. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
Where the account is held by a trustee for the young person:
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Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances. ^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
3.85%
Tax free rate / 3.85% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
NoInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Put simply, a Tax-Free account means you don’t have to pay tax on the interest that you earn. With other savings accounts, the interest you earn is paid on a gross basis (without the deduction of tax), but you may still have an obligation to pay tax on it if the sum earned is above a certain level.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Tax Free Rate%
3.85 |
^AER%
3.85 |
Interest is paid annually on 5th April and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,038.50
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals cannot be made until the child reaches 18 when the JISA will roll over into an adult Cash ISA or in the following exceptional circumstances:
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Additional Information | Your JISA savings are tax exempt and do not count towards your Personal Savings Allowance. The tax treatment of JISA’s may be subject to change in the future. |
The Financial Conduct Authority is a financial services regulator. It requires us, Penrith Building Society, to give you this important information to help you decide whether our Junior ISA (JISA) is right for you. You should read this document carefully so that you understand what you are buying, and then keep it safe for future reference. An ISA can be a Cash ISA, a Stocks and Shares ISA or an Innovative Finance ISA. Here at Penrith Building Society we only offer Cash ISA savings accounts and the ISA explained in this leaflet is a Cash JISA. We also offer an Additional Permitted Subscription (APS) ISA and a Cash ISA, please ask in branch for separate details and terms and conditions. JISA’s are Junior Individual Savings Accounts which are free from income tax and have been introduced to replace Child Trust Funds Accounts. JISAs are a type of ISA available to eligible children in respect of which instructions are given by a “registered contact”. Our Junior JISA is an ideal way to make the most of your tax-free privileges without risking your capital on the stock market and it is simple to open. Eligibility To apply for a Junior ISA you must:
Ownership of Account The child is the beneficial owner of the funds in the account. Subscriptions made to a JISA are deemed to be a gift to the child and cannot be repaid to the subscriber. There can only be one Registered Contact for a JISA at any time. The Registered Contact is the only person who can give instructions in respect of the JISA. During the lifetime of the account the role of the Registered Contact can be passed to another person who has parental responsibility, subject to an application procedure. The consent of the existing Registered Contact to relinquish their status will be required in writing except in the following circumstances:
General Operation
Can I transfer my Child Trust Fund (CTF) to a Junior ISA from another provider to the Penrith Building Society? Yes, if you wish to transfer your Child Trust Fund to a Penrith Building Society Cash JISA, you will need to complete a transfer authority with us. We will then contact your CTF provider and request the transfer. The transfer can only be requested by the registered contact for the CTF and we can only accept the transfer of cash CTF’s. Can I transfer my Penrith Building Society Junior ISA to another provider? Yes, subject to the new ISA Manager agreeing to accept the transfer. Transfers to other Cash JISA providers are permitted and are penalty free. If you ever wish to transfer your Penrith Building Society Cash JISA to another provider you will need to complete a Cash JISA Transfer Application form with your new provider, who will forward the request to us. You will need to send us your passbook and can do this direct, or via your new Cash JISA provider. HMRC rules surrounding this are as follows:
What if I change my mind? You have 14 days after the date that your account is opened to change your mind and you will not be charged. You can cancel your investment by letting us know in writing during this period and your cancelled Cash JISA will not count as a Cash JISA subscription. Any interest that you have earned on your savings during this period will be paid gross. We will only allow the closure after any cheque payments have been cleared. Are you a new customer to Penrith Building Society? If you are a new customer, you will need to provide some form of identification and verification of address. Details of acceptable documentary evidence accompany this factsheet. The Financial Services Compensation Scheme Penrith Building Society is a participant of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) and your deposits are protected under this scheme. For further information about the compensation provided by the FSCS, refer to the FSCS website at www.fscs.org.uk Complaints The Society always tries to provide a first class service. Occasionally, however, things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms and Conditions for Investments Accounts booklet. Further Information Information on ISAs can be obtained from the HMRC ISA Helpline on 0300 200 3312, or by visiting www.gov.uk/individual-savings-accounts General Terms & Conditions
4.70%
Gross rate / 4.70% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
NoInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
You can choose to support one of our affinity partners by opening an Affinity Instant Access Share. We donate a percentage of the average balance on these accounts to your chosen affinity partner annually.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
4.70 |
^AER%
4.70 |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 60 months based on a maximum monthly subscription of £100 per month? | £6,758.94
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the maximum monthly subscription of £100 being made for the full term of 5 years, that no withdrawals are made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be 12 months after the fixed term expires based on the balance at maturity? | £6,965.09
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate of the Instant Access Shares. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | A maximum of two withdrawals per year (January to December) of any amount leaving the minimum balance of £5. Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits. The account cannot be closed prior to maturity other than in the event of the death of the investor. On maturity, if the account has not been closed, the maturing funds, including compounded interest will be transferred to the Instant Access Shares. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
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3.80%
Gross rate / 3.80% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Looking to build up a deposit for your first home or moving house. We can help you on your way!
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
3.80 |
^AER%
3.80 |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates, we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,038.00
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made, interest being added to the account and does not include the bonus. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be on closure with the bonus added based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,048.38
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made, interest being added to the account and includes the bonus assuming the bonus conditions are met. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £1. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future.
Bonus Payment |
If your mortgage application is accepted, you may be entitled to free *Application Fees and Product Fees. This applies to direct applications only.
Opening an account does not guarantee that you will be approved for a mortgage with Penrith Building Society. To take a mortgage with us you will need to meet our lending criteria, we will carry out credit checks and may obtain references to check your financial circumstances when a mortgage application is made to us.
Please note that if a mortgage application is approved but for any reason you are unable to complete the purchase of your property, fees may be payable on any subsequent mortgage application.
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
* Application fees and Product fees The standard application fee is £100 and the Product Fee will vary depending on the product recommended but is a minimum of £175.
3.25%
Gross rate / 3.25% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
With noticeInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
The Business Notice account is for Sole Traders, SMEs and Unincorporated Charities & Clubs based in Cumbria.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate %
3.25 |
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3.25 |
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Interest is paid annually on 31 December and can be added to the account balance or paid to the nominated bank or building society account by BACS transfer. |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time.
When we increase the rates, we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of thechange or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice. Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate, we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to: If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate, notification will be provided either: • at least 14 days before the rate change. You will then have a period of 30 days from the date of notification during which you may close or switch your account without having to give any period of notice or having to lose any interest or pay additional charges; or If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,032.50
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £20,000 deposit? |
£20,650
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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How do I put notice on my account? |
Notice will need to be added to the account for all withdrawal requests. This can be added either by
• Logging onto the @PBS portal and requesting this via the secure messaging Where the account has been set up so that two signatories need to authorise a withdrawal, we will need a second signatory to authorise the transaction. This can be done through a second secure message or through the branch within 3 days of the original request otherwise the notice will be cancelled. |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made subject to: • Serving the 7 Day Notice period – no instant access allowed. Only one notice period can be registered on the account at any one time. • If notice falls on a non working day then the transaction will be processed on the next working day after the notice has been served. • Our withdrawal limits – 6 withdrawals per year, leaving the minimum balance of £1,000. If the balance in the account drops below £1,000 then the account will be closed and the balance outstanding together with any interest due will be repaid. • Funds will be credited directly into the Nominated Bank Account only. |
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Additional Information
Charges |
Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future.
Additional services are subject to the following charges; The provision of a duplicate monthly statement £15 per request. |
We will need to see identification for all signatories on the account. ID documentation must confirm full name, residential address and date of birth (ideally a driving licence). Copies of documentation can be emailed to us along with a photograph of the holder for verification purposes. If the account is being opened in branch then original identification documents can be used..
Please Note:
For Sole Traders we would require a copy of your last tax return and a copy of your accounts (if produced) along with personal identification.
For Unlimited Partnerships we would require a copy of your partnership tax return and personal identification for all partners.
For Unincorporated Charities we would require the name of all classes of beneficiaries, charity number, account opening mandate and personal identification for all signatories.
For Clubs and Societies we would require information on the legal status and the purpose of the club/society, a copy of the constitution and full personal identification for all the signatories.
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax). Businesses are responsible for declaring interest accrued on savings as part of their annual self-assessment tax return
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first-class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the ‘Terms & Conditions for Investment Accounts’ booklet and on the Society’s website.
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3.25%
Gross rate / 3.25% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
With noticeInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
The Corporate Notice account is for UK Corporate Bodies, Solicitors Client Accounts, Partnerships, Incorporated Charities and Limited Companies based in Cumbria.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
3.25 |
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3.25 |
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Interest is paid annually on 31st December and can be added to the account balance or paid to the nominated bank or building society account by BACS transfer. | |||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates, we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate, we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect.This does not apply to: • interest rate tiers applicable to balances below the minimum operating balance for the account (provided we have clearly told you about the minimum balance requirements); or • fixed rate accounts If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either: • at least 14 days before the rate change. You will then have a period of 30 days from the date of notification during which you may close or switch your account without having to give any period of notice or having to lose any interest or pay additional charges; or • the notification will be provided at least 14 days plus the period of notice applicable to the account (or 30 days if longer than the notice period) before the rate change. In this case the normal notice period for making withdrawals from or closing the account will apply. If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £5,162.50
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £20,000 deposit? | £20,650
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? | • To open an account simply contact the branch to make an appointment or download the application form from our website. Identification of all signatories will be required. Details of identification requirements are contained in the application process or can be obtained from our website. • The account must be linked to a Nominated Bank Account which will be used for all transfers – details and verification of the Nominated Bank Account will be required at account opening. • Minimum investment £5,000. • Maximum investment £100,000. • This account is a 7-day notice account. • This account is available to UK Corporate Bodies, Solicitors’ Client Accounts, Partnerships and Limited Companies based in Cumbria and must be operated online. • The Society’s total limit on corporate savings is £150,000 per organisation. • You can make payments into your account at any time by bank transfer from the Nominated Bank Account only. • Payments into your account can only be made in £ sterling. • Statements will be provided to the registered contact email address at the beginning of each calendar month detailing the transactions carried out in the previous month. • Accounts must be funded with at least the minimum deposit from the Nominated Bank Account within 7 days of the account opening confirmation being received. • If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can o: speak to a member of staff at our branch office at 7 King Street, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7AR o: Call one of our team 01768 863675
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How do I put notice on my account? | Notice will need to be added to the account for all withdrawal requests. This can be added either by
•Logging onto the @PBS portal and requesting this via the secure messaging system Where the account has been set up so that two signatories need to authorise a withdrawal, we will need a second signatory to authorise the transaction. This can be done through a second secure message or through the branch within 3 days of the original request otherwise the notice will be cancelled. |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made subject to: • Serving the 7 Day Notice period – no instant access allowed. Only one notice period can be registered on the account at any one time. • If notice falls on a non working day then the transaction will be processed on the next working day after the notice has been served. • Our withdrawal limits – 6 withdrawals per year, leaving the minimum balance of £5,000. If the balance in the account drops below £5,000 then the account will be closed and the balance outstanding together with any interest due will be repaid. • Funds will be credited directly into the Nominated Bank Account only. |
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Additional Information Charges |
Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future.
Additional services are subject to the following charges; The provision of a duplicate monthly statement £15 per request. |
We will need to see identification for all signatories on the account. ID documentation must confirm full name, residential address and date of birth (ideally a driving licence). Copies of documentation can be emailed to us along with a photograph of the holder for verification purposes. If the account is being opened in branch then original identification documents can be used.
Please Note:
When none of the authorised signatories are directors at least one of the company’s director’s personal identification must be obtained and verified.
We will require confirmation of any underlying beneficial owners of the company including those having ownership or control of over 25% of its shares or voting rights, AND
those with principal control over the company’s assets, e.g. Principal or Shadow Directors (information which can usually be found in your company accounts).
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax). Businesses are responsible for declaring interest accrued on savings as part of their annual self-assessment tax return.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first-class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Investment Accounts booklet and on the Society’s website.
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1.75%
Gross rate / 1.75% AER (over £20,000)
1.35%
Gross rate / 1.35% AER (over £1,000)
1.30%
Gross rate / 1.30% AER (under £1,000)
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
The Deposit account has been designed specifically for corporate bodies, solicitors clients accounts and trust and trustee accounts, with the exception of discretionary trusts, who are based in Cumbria.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | Total Balance
Up to £999.99 £1,000 to £20,000 Over £20,000 |
+Gross Rate%
1.30 1.35 1.75 |
^AER%
1.30 1.35 1.75 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and can be added to the account balance or paid to another bank or building society account by BACS transfer | |||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £100 deposit? | £101.30
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the minimum balance of £100, no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,013.50
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £20,000 deposit? | £20,350.00
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £100. If the balance in the account drops below £100 then the account will be closed and the balance outstanding together with any interest due will be repaid to the depositor. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
* We will need to see original documents, except if they are sent to us by post. In this case we will accept certified copies of documents, provided the original documents are no more than three months old. Certification must be carried out by either a registered solicitor or an employee of a FCA regulated organisation (eg. bank clerk). The person certifying the documents must provide their name, address and telephone number in case there is a query regarding your identity.
Please Note
When none of the authorised signatories are directors at least one of the company’s directors’ identification must be obtained and verified.
We will require confirmation of any underlying beneficial owners of the company including those having ownership or control of over 25% of its shares or voting rights, AND
Those with principal control over the company’s assets, e.g. Principal or shadow directors (information which can usually be found in your company accounts).
1.95%
gross rate / 1.95% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
The Gross Account is especially for un-incorporated charities, bodies or funds based in Cumbria and who would like to invest without restricting access to their funds.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
1.95 |
^AER%
1.95 |
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Interest is paid half yearly on 30th June and 31st December and can be added to the account balance or paid to another bank or building society by BACS transfer | |||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,019.50
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £25. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
* We will need to see original documents, except if they are sent to us by post. In this case we will accept certified copies of documents, provided the original documents are no more than three months old. Certification must be carried out by either a registered solicitor or an employee of a FCA regulated organisation (eg. bank clerk). The person certifying the documents must provide their name, address and telephone number in case there is a query regarding your identity.
Additional Required Information
3.20%
Gross rate / 3.20% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
You can choose to support one of our affinity partners by opening an Affinity Instant Access Share. We donate a percentage of the average balance on these accounts to your chosen affinity partner annually.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
3.20 |
^AER%
3.20 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,032
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £1. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
3.20%
Gross rate / 3.20% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
You can choose to support one of our affinity partners by opening an Affinity Instant Access Share. We donate a percentage of the average balance on these accounts to your chosen affinity partner annually.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
3.20 |
^AER%
3.20 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,032
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £1. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
3.20%
Gross rate / 3.20% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
YesInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
You can choose to support one of our affinity partners by opening an Affinity Instant Access Share. We donate a percentage of the average balance on these accounts to your chosen affinity partner annually.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
3.20 |
^AER%
3.20 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,032
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits and leaving the minimum balance of £1. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
4.70%
Gross rate / 4.70% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
NoInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Online
Helping you to start the savings habit early.
To be able to download an application form you must first read the documentation below. Only when you have read the information and fully understand how the account works should you click to download the application form. For sole applications please complete only Account Holder 1 sections
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
4.70 |
^AER%
4.70 |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. When we increase the rates we will tell you about it by placing notices in our Principal Office, on our website or in the local press within three working days of the change or within 30 days of the change, by letter or other personal notice.
Where the change is a reduction in the interest rate we will give you written notification of the change before it comes into effect. This does not apply to:
If your account has a balance of £100 or more at the time the decision is taken to change the interest rate notification will be provided either:
If you do not notify us that you object to a change before the date on which it comes into effect, you will be deemed to have accepted it. The information on our website will be updated within three working days of an interest rate change. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 60 months based on a maximum monthly subscription of £100 per month? | £6,758.94
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the maximum monthly subscription of £100 being made for the full term of 5 years, that no withdrawals are made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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What would the estimated balance be 12 months after the fixed term expires based on the balance at maturity? | £6,965.09
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate of the Instant Access Shares. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? | A maximum of two withdrawals per year (January to December) of any amount leaving the minimum balance of £5. Withdrawals can be made on demand during our normal business hours subject to our withdrawal limits. The account cannot be closed prior to maturity other than in the event of the death of the investor. On maturity, if the account has not been closed, the maturing funds, including compounded interest will be transferred to the Instant Access Shares. You must produce your passbook at the time of withdrawal. You can withdraw money in the following ways:
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
4.21%
Gross rate / 4.21% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
LimitedInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Branch
Post
Our online accounts are available to open and manage online, giving you flexibility to access your accounts at a time to suit your schedule.
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
4.21 |
^AER%
4.21 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. We will give you reasonable notice in advance of the change.
For further details please see section 7 of the Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,042.10
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? |
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first-class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Savings Accounts.
If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can
5.00%
Gross rate / 5.00% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
LimitedInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Branch
Post
Regular Saver accounts allow you to save a sum of money each month and usually for a specific period of time. Great for building your savings habit or saving for a special purchase.
Please note this account is only available online.
SUMMARY BOX | |
Account Name | Regular E Saver 200 (Issue 1) |
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate % / ^AER%
5.00 |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate?
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Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. We will give you reasonable notice in advance of any change.
For further details please see section 7 of our Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts. |
What would the estimated balance be after 24 months based on a maximum monthly subscription of £200 per month?
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£5,053.25
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the maximum monthly subscription of £200 being made for the full term of 2 years, that no withdrawals are made, and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate.
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? |
On maturity, if no maturity instructions have been received, the maturing funds, including compounded interest will be transferred to an Instant Access Account. |
Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stnds for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Savings Accounts.
Online Payments
You can set up regular payments to your Penrith Building Society Regular Saver online; please allow adequate time for the Society to receive the payment. This may be affected by weekends, bank holidays and short months.
If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can:
4.21%
Gross rate / 4.21% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
LimitedInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Branch
Post
Our online accounts are available to open and manage online, giving you flexibility to access your accounts at a time to suit your schedule.
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate%
4.21 |
^AER%
4.21 |
Interest is paid annually on 31st December and will be added to the account balance | ||
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? | Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. We will give you reasonable notice in advance of the change.
For further details please see section 7 of the Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts. |
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What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? | £1,042.10
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on no further deposits or withdrawals being made and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate. |
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? |
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Additional Information |
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+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stands for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first-class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Savings Accounts.
If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can
5.00%
Gross rate / 5.00% AER
Rate Type
VariableAccess
LimitedInterest Paid
AnnuallyAvailability
Branch
Post
Regular Saver accounts allow you to save a sum of money each month and usually for a specific period of time. Great for building your savings habit or saving for a special purchase.
Please note this account is only available online.
SUMMARY BOX | |
Account Name | Regular E Saver 200 (Issue 1) |
What is the interest rate? | +Gross Rate % / ^AER%
5.00 |
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Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate?
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Rates are variable. This means we may increase or decrease the rates at any time. We will give you reasonable notice in advance of any change.
For further details please see section 7 of our Terms and Conditions for Savings Accounts. |
What would the estimated balance be after 24 months based on a maximum monthly subscription of £200 per month?
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£5,053.25
This projection is provided for illustrative purposes only. It is based on the maximum monthly subscription of £200 being made for the full term of 2 years, that no withdrawals are made, and interest being added to the account. The projected balance is based on the annual interest rate.
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How do I open and manage my account? |
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Can I withdraw money? |
On maturity, if no maturity instructions have been received, the maturing funds, including compounded interest will be transferred to an Instant Access Account. |
Additional Information | Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. |
+ Gross Rate is the rate of interest payable (without deduction of tax) and you will be responsible for paying tax you owe on interest as per your individual circumstances.
^ AER stnds for annual equivalent rate and illustrates what the interest rate would be if interest was paid and compounded once each year.
We always try to provide a first class service. Occasionally however things can go wrong. If they do, we will try to put them right. If you wish to make a complaint, the Society’s complaints procedures are detailed in the Terms & Conditions for Savings Accounts.
Online Payments
You can set up regular payments to your Penrith Building Society Regular Saver online; please allow adequate time for the Society to receive the payment. This may be affected by weekends, bank holidays and short months.
If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can:
Your eligible deposits held by a UK establishment of Penrith Building Society are protected up to a total of £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, the UK’s deposit protection scheme. Any deposits you hold above the limit are unlikely to be covered.
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