My wife and I opened accounts in 2011/12 when Saffron were leading the market. Gradually over the years they have gone downhill and now finally reduced their interest to 0.50% and the reason given is that they took a business decision and are following the market. Not I hasten to add the best of the market like they used to, which paying in excess of 1%. So now it is time to end our loyal custom and move on because enough is enough!

Wanted to withdraw a cheque. They first didn't send cheque when they told me they sent it. Then they told me it would be reissued but again it failed to turn up in the post! Phoned up. Woman told me would call me back so waited in for ages. When I complained woman was rude.

I have a business internet A/c with Saffron paying a good rate compared with the market. I also have a Saffron internet personal account paying 2.5% pa gross and I am very pleased with the ease of access both to withdraw and pay in from my bank accounts (also internet) They are very good to deal with. Highly recommended. P H Wilts

I have recently taken a Saffron Building Society Regular Saver as this offers a better rate than many fixed rate bonds at the moment with a 3.20% net interest rate. Definatey worth considering to grow your money and get a good rate. It can be operated by post and a standing order can be set up for the regular payments you make. So far so good.

A good local building society. Branch staff are very friendly and helpful and have gone out of their way to ensure I am getting the best interest rate on my savings.