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Longer Term & Fixed Rate

If you have a lump sum to put away and don’t need access to it for a period of time, then a longer-term savings account might be the solution to your savings needs.

30 Day Notice Account

3.65%

Gross rate / 3.65% AER

Rate Type

Variable

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.

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Download an application form

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

Download an application form

Print, complete and post your application form to:

Penrith Building Society, 7 King Street, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7AR

Before posting you should remember to include:

  • Proof of your identity
  • A cheque for your opening deposit from your personal bank account

If you have any questions about opening an account with us please email enquiries@penrithbs.co.uk or call us on 01768 863675.

Download Application
Find out more
What is the interest rate? +Gross Rate%

3.65

^AER%

3.65

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:

  • 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.

What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? £1,036.50

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.

How do I open and manage my account?
  • This account is available to UK residents who are over 16 and can be opened in branch or by post, to open an account simply call into Penrith Building Society with identification and complete the relevant application form. Alternatively, an application pack can be downloaded from our website orposted to you. Details of identification requirements can be obtained from our branch or on our website
  • Minimum investment £500
  • Maximum Investment £100,000 – once the maximum amount has been invested no further credits to the account will be allowed and all further interest accrued will need to be withdrawn from the account to ensure the maximum balance is not exceeded
  • The Society’s total limit on combined savings should not exceed £250,000
  • You can make payments into your account at any time by cash or cheque at our office during our normal opening hours by bank transfer or by post
  • Cheques made payable to the Society will only be accepted for payment into an account if they contain details (such as the name(s) of the account holder(s) or the account number)
  • You will receive a passbook to help keep track of your savings
  • Payments into your account can only be made in £ sterling
  • If you would like to talk to us about your account you can
    • speak to a member of staff at our branch office at 7 King Street, Penrith, Cumbria. CA11 7AR
    • Call one of our team on 01768 863675
    • Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk
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:

  • In person at our branch
  • By written postal request
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.

DOWNLOAD KEY PRODUCT INFORMATION AS A PDF

DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

60 Day Notice Account

3.85%

Gross rate / 3.85% AER

Rate Type

Variable

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.

X

Download an application form

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

Download an application form

Print, complete and post your application form to:

Penrith Building Society, 7 King Street, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7AR

Before posting you should remember to include:

  • Proof of your identity
  • A cheque for your opening deposit from your personal bank account

If you have any questions about opening an account with us please email enquiries@penrithbs.co.uk or call us on 01768 863675.

Download Application
Find out more
What is the interest rate? +Gross Rate%

3.85

^AER%

3.85

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
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 writtennotification 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.

What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1000 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.

How do I open and manage my account?
  • This account is available to UK residents who are over 16 and can be opened in branch or by post, to open an account simply call into Penrith Building Society with identification and complete the relevant application form.
    Alternatively, an application pack can be downloaded from our website or posted to you. Details of identification requirements can be obtained from our branch or on our website.
  • Minimum investment £500
  • Maximum investment £100,000 – once the maximum amount has been invested no further credits to the account will be allowed and all further interest accrued will need to be withdrawn from the account to ensure the maximum balance is not exceeded
  • The Society’s total limit on combined savings should not exceed £250,000
  • You can make payments into your account at any time by cash or cheque at our office during our normal opening hours by bank transfer or by post.
  • Cheques made payable to the Society will only be accepted for payment into an account if they contain details (such as the name(s) of the account holder(s) or the account number)
  • You will receive a passbook to help keep track of your savings
  • Payments into your account can only be made in £ sterling
  • If you would like to talk to us about your account you can
    • speak to a member of staff at our branch office at 7 King Street, Penrith, Cumbria. CA11 7AR
    • Call one of our team on 01768 863675
    • Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk
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:

  • In person at our branch
  • By written postal request
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.

DOWNLOAD KEY PRODUCT INFORMATION AS A PDF

DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

2 Year Fixed Rate Bond (Issue 1)

4.41%

Gross rate / 4.41% AER

Rate Type

Fixed

A fixed rate for 2 years.  

This account is available in branch only. 

Terms and conditions for the 2 Year Fixed Rate Bond (Issue 1) are available by clicking “Find out more” below.

Find out more
What is the interest rate? +Gross Rate%

4.41

^AER%

4.41

Interest is added to the account annually on 31st December and at maturity and is paid out on maturity.

Interest rates on this account are fixed for the two-year term of the account.

Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? The interest rate on this account is fixed for two years from the date of opening and is guaranteed for the term of the investment. This means we cannot change the rate until after the fixed rate period.
What would the estimated balance be on maturity based on a £5000 deposit? £5,450.72

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 fixed interest rate. 

How do I open and manage my account?
  • This account is available to individual UK residents over the age of 18 and can be opened in branch.
  • Minimum investment £5,000.
  • Maximum investment £100,000.
  • One account per customer held individually (joint accounts are not permitted).
  • The total combined savings held by a customer with the Society should not exceed £250,000.
  • A Nominated UK Bank Account must be registered at the time of account opening (We will only accept Nominated Bank accounts from financial institutions that hold a UK banking licence). This is to allow us to pay your matured funds into your Nominated Bank Account if that is your instruction on maturity.
  • Deposits into the account must be received within 14 days of your application. No further credits will be allowed after 14 Days.
  • Payments into your account can only be made in £ sterling.
  • You can make payments into your account by cash or cheque at our office during our normal opening hours.
  • If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can
      •  Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk
      • Email our savings team at savings@penrithbs.co.uk
      • Call one of our team 01768 863675
Can I withdraw money?
  • Withdrawals are not permitted prior to maturity except on death of the account holder.
  • This account will mature 2 years from inception. After the fixed rate period your account will become a variable rate easy access account. We will write to you before the end of the fixed rate period to let you know the options available to you as well as advising you of the interest rate payable on the 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 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

  • speak to a member of staff at our branch office at 7 King Street, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7AR.
  • Call one of our savings team on 01768 863675.
  • Email our savings team at savings@penrithbs.co.uk
  • Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk

DOWNLOAD KEY PRODUCT INFORMATION AS A PDF

DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

2 Year Fixed Rate E-Bond (Issue 1)

4.41%

Gross rate / 4.41% AER

Rate Type

Fixed

A fixed rate for 2 years.  

This account is available online only. 

Terms and conditions for the 2 Year Fixed Rate E-Bond (Issue 1) are available by clicking “Find out more” below.

Find out more
What is the interest rate? +Gross Rate%

4.41

^AER%

4.41

Interest is added to the account annually on 31st December and at maturity and is paid out on maturity.

Interest rates on this account are fixed for the two-year term of the account.

Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? The interest rate on this account is fixed for two years from the date of opening and is guaranteed for the term of the investment. This means we cannot change the rate until after the fixed rate period.
What would the estimated balance be on maturity based on a £5000 deposit? £5,450.72

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 fixed interest rate. 

How do I open and manage my account?
  • This account is available to individual UK residents over the age of 18 and can be opened through our online savings portal.
  • Minimum investment £5,000.
  • Maximum investment £100,000.
  • One account per customer held individually (joint accounts are not permitted).
  • The total combined savings held by a customer with the Society should not exceed £250,000.
  • A Nominated UK Bank Account must be registered at the time of account opening (We will only accept Nominated Bank accounts from financial institutions that hold a UK banking licence). 
  • Your first deposit into the account must be made from your Nominated Bank Account.
  • Deposits into the account must be received within 14 days of your application. No further credits will be allowed after 14 Days.
  • Payments into your account can only be made in £ sterling.
  • If you would like to talk to us about your account, you can 
      •  Send us a secure message though our Penrith Online portal
      • Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk
      • Email our online savings team at support@penrithbs.co.uk
      • Call one of our team 01768 863675
Can I withdraw money?
  • Withdrawals are not permitted prior to maturity except on death of the account holder.
  • This account will mature 2 years from inception. After the fixed rate period your account will become a variable rate easy access account. We will write to you before the end of the fixed rate period to let you know the options available to you as well as advising you of the interest rate payable on the 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 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

  • send us a secure message through our Penrith Online portal
  • Call one of our online savings team on 01768 863675.
  • Email our online savings team at support@penrithbs.co.uk
  • Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk

DOWNLOAD KEY PRODUCT INFORMATION AS A PDF

DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

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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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Or visit www.fscs.org.uk.

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