Here to help with your savings
Not sure what to do with your savings? Speak to real people at your local branch.
A quick, friendly chat with our savings team - at your local branch or over the phone - can help you understand your saving account options and feel confident you're making the most of your money.
We'll talk through your situation and what you'd like your money to do, then explain your options clearly, so you can decide what's right for you. Whether you're just starting to save, have a lump sum to put aside or a fixed term rate coming to an end, we're here to help - it's free and usually only takes 15 minutes.
Meet your local savings team
Name: Hamzah
Location: Our Bar Hill and St Ives branches
When: Based between our Bar Hill and St Ives branches during the week
About: Hamzah is our Team Lead for our Bar Hill and St Ives branches. He's worked here a year and loves how The Cambridge actively supports and gets involved in our local community
His top saving tip is: "Take full advantage of your ISA allowance. It’s a great way to make your money work harder for you by maximising tax‑efficient savings."
Name: Holly
Location: Our Central Cambridge store
When: Monday to Friday
About: Holly started at The Cambridge in May 2022. When time and money allows she likes to go travelling, of all the places she's visited, her favourite place is India.
Her top tip for savings is: "Setting yourself a clear savings goal can really help keep you on track - whether it's for a big purchase, a holiday or simply building up a rainy day fund. It's often easier to save when you know what you're saving for."
Name: Joanne
Location: Our Cherry Hinton branch
When: Monday to Friday
About: Joanne has been at The Cambridge for 4 and a half years, after spending 37 years as a bank manager. She really values the strong community feel in branch.
Joanne's saving tip: "If you can, put money aside the day before payday so you can see what surplus you have. Review all your regular payments to see if there's any you could reduce or cancel."
Name: Murray
Location: Our Sawston and Cambourne branches
When:
• Sawston: Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
• Cambourne: Tuesday and Thursday
About: Murray has been at The Cambridge 15 months. Murray is a football fan and supports top of the table Arsenal. He enjoys walking his dogs and spending time with his family. As a keen cook he also likes trying out new recipes.🧑🍳
Murray's top tip is: "If you're new to savings, start small, it doesn't matter how small - it all adds up."
Name: Vaughan
Location: Our Newmarket and Ely branches
When:
• Ely: Wednesday & Friday
• Newmarket: Tuesday & Thursday
About: Vaughan has been at The Cambridge for nearly 5 years. He enjoys helping members talk through their savings goals and explore their options. His top tip his to "Review your savings regularly - checking in on your goals and progress helps keep you on track and make adjustments if needed."
Out of work, Vaughan is a keen swimmer and Tottenham Hotspur supporter (albeit, results haven't helped lately 🤭)
Name: Linda
Location: Our Histon and Cottenham branches
When:
• Histon: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
• Cottenham: Wednesday
About: Linda has been with us over 21 years and has spent the last 4 years as a branch lead. When she's not helping people with their savings she loves to host dinner parties, spend time with her family and look after her grandchildren.
Her savings top tip is: "Move money into a savings account as soon as you get paid, however small. Keeping it separate can make it easier to build a rainy day fund."
Name: Steph
Location: Our Great Shelford and Melbourn branches
When:
• Great Shelford: Monday to Friday
• Melbourn: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday
About: Steph has been with us just over 3 years. As a Mum of two, she's got her hands full, but loves to spend time baking, shopping and taking mini breaks in the UK with her family.
Steph's savings tip would be: "Take advantage of tax efficient savings options, like ISAs, so you don't have to pay tax on your savings."
When you're ready, we'll be here to help.
The people you've met above are part of The Cambridge team supporting our branches every day. Whether you're looking for a quick savings review or simply want to talk through your savings account options, we'll answer your questions with a friendly, no-pressure, 15 minute chat.
Pop into your local branch, call us on 0345 601 3344 or explore our online savings guides first - however you choose to get in touch, you'll receive the same friendly welcome and straightforward help.
Note: Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may change in the future.