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Wedding Season and the Costs

21 September 2025

With wedding season wrapping up and more couples planning for 2026, remember organising a wedding is costly BUT so is ATTENDING a wedding! 

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Plan your 2026 Dream Holiday now!

07 September 2025

As the end of 2025 is approaching, its time to start planning your dream holiday for 2026.

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Shop wisely this Amazon Prime Day

08 July 2025

Are you planning on purchasing during Amazon Prime Day?

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World Social Media Day

30 June 2025

THANK YOU to everyone following us on World Social Media Day!

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How much could your HOME RENOVATIONS cost this year?

23 June 2025

Our recent member survey shows that 21% of Harp & Crown CU members who BORROW do so for HOME IMPROVEMENT reasons!

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Are you number confident?

21 May 2025

If not don’t worry...it's National Numeracy Day (Wednesday 21st May) and we are here to give you some pointers!

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How much does your pet cost you?

11 April 2025

April is National Pet Month AND today is National Pet Day!

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It's National Siblings Day!

10 April 2025

Did you know 11% of our junior account holders who were surveyed said they also have sibling accounts?

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National Love Your Pet Day!

20 February 2025

National Love Your Pet Day is all about celebrating the joy our furry (and not so furry) friends bring into our lives! As well as the importance of appreciating your pets and promoting responsible pet ownership.

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Planning a Honeymoon in 2025?

15 February 2025

Did you or a family member have a Valentines Engagement?

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Saving for Driving Lessons

27 January 2025

Is your junior learning to drive in the next couple of years?  Here are the potential costs and how YOUR credit union could help.

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Credit Union Loans for Cars Vs PCP and HP Finance

25 January 2025

Changing your car soon? Not sure whether to buy NEW, second hand or go down the HP or PCP route?

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Five ways to Financial Declutter in 2025

22 January 2025

How are your New Year’s resolutions going so far in 2025? Perhaps you've started to declutter your home?  But what about "financially decluttering" to stay on top of your financial wellbeing? 

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Plan your 2025 Dream Holiday now!

23 December 2024

As the end of 2024 is approaching, its time to start planning your dream holiday for 2025.

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Wedding Season and the Costs

23 September 2024

With “wedding season” and September ending soon, you may have already attended a family or friend’s wedding!  Or perhaps you’re planning for a 2025 wedding?

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Plan your 2025 Dream Holiday now before the price increases

08 September 2024

As the end of 2024 fast approaches, it's time to start planning your dream holiday for 2025.

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How much could your HOME RENOVATIONS cost this year?

14 August 2024

Our recent member survey shows that 27% of Harp & Crown CU members who BORROW do so for HOME IMPROVEMENT reasons!

But just how much could your HOME RENOVATIONS cost this year?

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Shop wisely this Amazon Prime Day

15 July 2024

Are you planning on purchasing during Amazon Prime Day?

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World Social Media Day 2024 - a Digital Milestone for Harp and Crown Credit Union

30 June 2024

THANK YOU to everyone following us on World Social Media Day!

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Summer Solstice: Today is officially the longest day of the year!

20 June 2024

For all of us in the Northern Hemisphere, the Summer Solstice occurs on the 20th June 2024.

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Planning a holiday and understanding the costs

17 June 2024

Are you still planning a holiday for 2024? Here's what you need to know....

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Carers Week - We see YOU!

15 June 2024

"Putting Carers on the Map."

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Are you number confident?

15 May 2024

If not don’t worry...it's National Numeracy Day on Wednesday 15th May and we are here to give you some pointers!

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Saving Tips this Spring

20 April 2024

Why not take time out TODAY to review YOUR finances.

 

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You love to travel - how can YOUR Credit Union help you get to your dream destination?

12 April 2024

Our latest survey showed us that TRAVEL is IMPORTANT to our members! 39% of you cited TRAVEL as one of your main interests! Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning a trip this year and how YOUR Credit Union can help you get there!

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How much does your pet cost you? Choose your credit union to help with the costs!

06 April 2024

Do you have a furry friend in the family?  April is National Pet Month which aims to encourage people to look after their pets responsibly while also highlighting the benefits of pets in people’s lives.  But how much does it all cost you?

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Inflation falls to its lowest level in 2.5 years! What does this mean for YOU?

02 April 2024

Inflation, the rate at which prices rise over time, has been slowly falling. In October 2022 the UK hit its highest rate in 40 years at 11.1%.

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Purchasing a home in 2024

04 March 2024

Planning a house move or first time home purchase this year? Here's what you need to know...

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Happy Leap Day! Are you a Leap Day baby?

29 February 2024

Did you know all these facts about Leap Day? And are you planning for the arrival of a Leap Day (or Leap Year) baby?  Let us help you financially prepare!

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How much does the average honeymoon cost?

17 February 2024

Did you or a family member just get engaged? 

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Are you or a family planning an engagement this Valentines Day? Or later this year?

11 February 2024

Organising a wedding is costly so make sure you are prepared!

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Holiday Costs 2024 - let us help you get away on your dream holiday this year

08 February 2024

Our latest survey shows that HOLIDAYS are IMPORTANT to our members!  39% of you cited TRAVEL as one of your main interests outside of work.

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How much could your HOME RENOVATIONS cost this year?

02 February 2024

Our recent member survey shows that 27% of Harp & Crown CU members who BORROW do so for HOME IMPROVEMENT reasons!

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Five ways to Financial Declutter in 2024

29 January 2024

How are your New Year’s resolutions going so far in 2024? Perhaps you've started to declutter your home?  But what about "financially decluttering" to stay on top of your financial wellbeing? 

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Credit Union Loans for Cars Vs PCP and HP Finance

25 January 2024

Changing your car soon? Not sure whether to buy NEW, second hand or go down the HP or PCP route?

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Getting engaged at Christmas

24 December 2023

Happy Christmas Eve! Are YOU or a family member planning an engagement this festive season?

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Wedding Season and the Costs

21 September 2023

It’s “wedding season”.  Are YOU or a family member getting married this month?  Or perhaps you’re planning for a 2024 wedding?

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Finish those DIY Projects Whilst the Sun is Here

06 September 2023

According to our Member Survey, over 25% of you took out loans for HOME IMPROVEMENT...

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Plan your 2024 Dream Holiday now before the price increases

04 September 2023

Our MEMBER SURVEY so far says...

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Holiday Costs Blog

12 June 2023

How much has your holiday cost this year?  Read our blog in full here.

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Home Improvement Season is here

28 February 2023

Springtime is almost here!  It’s home improvement season!  What are your home renovation plans?

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Valentines Engagements and Wedding Plans

15 February 2023

Did you or a family member get engaged on Valentine’s Day? According to The National Wedding Survey by Hitched.co.uk the average cost of a wedding in the UK was £18,400 in 2022!

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Christmas Engagement

30 December 2022

Did you or a family member get engaged during Christmas this year?

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