The Cheshire's History

Established in 1870 in Macclesfield, the Cheshire was one of the first Permanent Societies which started a revolution in personal finance. Today's Society is the product of 13 mergers, which began in 1969 when the Cheshire merged with the Northwich Building Society. This was followed by a series of smaller mergers through the 1970's and 80's. The branch network now extends throughout the North West and includes 45 building society branches and 13 estate agency branches.

The Cheshire now employs over 800 staff and ranks 12th in size out of a total of 63 UK building societies. It is a successful, independent, regionally based society with a strong commitment to mutuality, that has achieved profitable growth through the provision of competitive savings and investments, mortgages, and complementary financial services. However, we operate nationally following the successful launch of our Internet and Intermediary Sales channels and our Customer Contact Centre.

The Cheshire sees quality member service as the principal cornerstone of its success. By putting our members first, it has endeavoured to continue to provide a standard of service considered outstanding in its sector. The Board and Executive are firmly committed to maintaining growth, profitability and independence through a firmly held belief that mutuality works for the greater benefit of all its members.