Savings

The Heart of the Forest Savings Account

At Derbyshire Building Society, we believe in supporting our members, their communities and their favourite causes – and that includes the organisations they're passionate about.

Account features
  • Open the account from just £1
  • Great rate of interest
  • Interest is calculated daily and paid annually on 30 April
  • Maximum balance of £1,000,000
  • Variable interest rate

Save for a green future

At Derbyshire Building Society, we believe in the importance of preserving our environment. That is why we have launched the Heart of the Forest Account to support the creation of a 1000-acre woodland park, called Heart of the Forest. This park will contribute in a major way to the National Forest and is being created around the award winning family attraction, Conkers.

Watch your money grow

You'll receive a great rate of interest on your savings while you support Heart of the Forest. For every £100 you save, we will donate £1 if you keep that £100 in the account continuously for one year. Funds raised will contribute to the creation of a new Footpath and Cycle Trail right around Conkers - ideal for family walks, fun runs, cycling and nature rambles.

Annual Gross/AER
£1 to £5,000 3.50%
£5,000 and over 4.00%

Definitions of 'Tax-Free', 'Gross' and 'Net' interest and 'AER' can be found in our glossary of terms.

How it works

Opening Apply in branch or via post. Open your account from £1
Pay money in: By standing order, or in branch.
Take money out: You can make up to 12 withdrawals per account year (1 May – 30 April).