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Instant Access

Instant Access

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.

Instant Access Share

2.00%

Gross rate / 2.00% AER

Rate Type

Variable

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.

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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.

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What is the interest rate? The interest rate is 2.00%
+Gross Rate% / ^AER%
Interest is variable, calculated daily and paid on the 31st December. This can be added to your account balance, or paid to another bank or building society account by BACS transfer.
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? Yes – the rate of interest paid on your account is variable and may be changed by us. Where we do so, we will give you reasonable notice in advance of the change.

For further details refer to our Terms & Conditions for Savings Accounts.
What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? Based on the rate of interest, if you deposited £1,000 in this account, after 12 months the balance would be £1,020.00.
This figure is provided for illustration purposes only. It is based on no transactions or changes to interest rates after the initial deposit.
How do I open and manage my account? Opening your account

  • This account is available to UK residents over 16 and can be opened in branch or by post, application packs can be downloaded from our website Savings – Penrith Building Society
  • You will need to provide identification and national insurance number when you open your account, details can be found on our website ID-REQUIREMENTS-V1.30.pdf

Savings limits & additional deposits

  • Minimum investment £1
  • The total limit on your combined savings with us should not exceed £250,000
  • You will receive a passbook to help keep track of your savings
  • Payments into the account can be made by faster payment, standing order, or by cash or cheque in branch. You may also send a cheque through the post. Please ensure that cheques are made payable to yourself and quote the account number on the payee line
  • Payment of the funds into your account can only be made in £ sterling.
Can I withdraw money? You can withdraw from your account at any time without notice or penalty by visiting branch with your passbook. Please note that branch limits apply to cash withdrawals.

Alternatively you can make withdrawal requests by post, please enclose your passbook with any requests.
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, our 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 team on 01768 863675
        • Email our savings team at savings@penrithbs.co.uk
        • Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk

DOWNLOAD SUMMARY BOX AS A PDF

DOWNLOAD THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

Easy Access E-Saver (Issue 1)

2.00%

Gross rate / 2.00% AER

Rate Type

Variable

A variable rate.

This account is available online only. 

Terms and conditions for the Easy Access E-Saver (Issue 1) are available by clicking “Find out more” below.

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What is the interest rate? The interest rate is 2.00%
+Gross Rate% / ^AER%
Interest is variable, calculated daily and added to your account balance on 31st December.
Can Penrith Building Society change the interest rate? Yes – the rate of interest paid on your account is variable and may be changed by us. Where we do so, we will give you reasonable notice in advance of the change.

For further details refer to our Savings Accounts Digital Terms and Conditions.
What would the estimated balance be after 12 months based on a £1,000 deposit? Based on the rate of interest, if you deposited £1,000 in this account, after 12 months the balance would be £1,020.00.
This figure is provided for illustration purposes only. It is based on no transactions or changes to interest rates after the initial deposit.
How do I open and manage my account? Opening your account

  • This account is available to UK residents over 18 and is opened and managed through our online portal only
  • As part of our account opening process we will confirm your identity. If we are unable to do this electronically, we may need to ask you for some additional personal identification

Savings limits & additional deposits

  • Minimum investment £1
  • The total limit on your combined savings with us should not exceed £250,000
  • A Nominated Bank Account must be registered at the point of account opening. We will only accept Nominated Bank Accounts in your name or to which you are a joint party from financial institutions that hold a UK banking licence
  • A deposit into the account must be received within 14 days of application
  • Payment of the funds into your account can only be made in £ sterling from your Nominated Bank Account.
Can I withdraw money? Yes, there are no restrictions on making withdrawals. A minimum of £1 must remain in your account. Withdrawal requests received before 3pm will be processed by us on the same day and deposited into your nominated bank account the next working day. Requests received after 3pm will be processed by us on the next working day after receipt and will be deposited into your nominated bank account the following working day after processing.
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, our 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 team on 01768 863675
        • Email our savings team at savings@penrithbs.co.uk
        • Visit our website www.penrithbs.co.uk

DOWNLOAD SUMMARY BOX 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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