SAVINGS PRODUCT

World Land Trust Affinity

Grow your savings and help protect the planet. We donate 0.20% of your balance to World Land Trust each year at no cost to you, just by saving with us.

  • Interest Rate

    1.85% AER/Gross Variable

  • Minimum Account Balance

    £100

  • Withdrawal Notice Period

    None

  • Availability

    Private Individuals only

About this Account

What is the Interest Rate?

1.85% AER/Gross Variable AER/Gross a year effective from 23/01/2026

Can The Stafford change the Interest Rate?

The Stafford Building Society has the right to change interest rates in certain circumstances. If we change the rates we will give you 14 days’ notice. Please refer to the savings terms and conditions for further information on these circumstances.

What would the estimated balance be after 12 months?

£1,018.50

This projection assumes that £1,000 is deposited into the account when it is opened and that no further deposits, withdrawals or interest rate changes during the 12-month period.

Estimated balances are for illustrative purposes only.

How do I open and manage my account?

  • The account can be opened in branch, by post or online.
  • This is a passbook-based account and can be operated in branch or by post at members own expense.
  • Available to private individuals only.
  • Available to UK residents only.
  • Limits apply to cash deposits and withdrawals (see savings terms and conditions).
  • You can save from: £100.
  • Save up to a maximum of: £100,000 (Subject to an individual’s total overall savings balance with The Society does not exceed £450,000).

Can I withdraw money?

  • Cash withdrawals are limited to £2,500 each day.
  • No notice is required for cash withdrawals up to £500. A minimum of 24 hours notice for cash withdrawals up to £2,500.
  • Withdrawals can be made by post (cheque only) and must include a signed letter requesting the amount needed by cheque and who the cheque is made payable to and the passbook. A cheque will only be made payable to the account holder(s).
  • Faster payments are available to a nominated bank account in the holder(s) name.
  • Minimum withdrawal allowed by cheque is £10.
  • Minimum CHAPS withdrawal £5,000 and will incur a £25 administrative fee.
  • Withdrawals can be made in branch with the passbook.
  • Withdrawals will not be allowed without the passbook.

Additional Information

  • Yearly donation of 0.20% of your annual balance to World Land Trust, at no cost to you.
  • Only one account of this type per person or joint account holders.
  • We pay all savings interest gross, which means no tax is deducted. It’s your responsibility to pay any tax due, based on your individual circumstances. Tax rules may change in future.
  • It’s worth noting that any of our accounts can be withdrawn from sale at any time and without notice.