This is hidden away just off the Eltham High Street. HSBC really need to refurbish this branch,…read morebecause it looks so old and worn-out inside - I would have thought this would be quite embarrassing for them. It is also a very small branch, with only one cashier person to available to serve customers. At least there is an ATM inside the branch. The service itself is satisfactory, so I can't complain but I think the environment itself could be improved. At least it is convenient for me to use (once you know where the branch is located!).

It was with some interest that I found myself in this branch of Barclays for the first time…read morerecently. I usually use larger branches in Braintree and Chelmsford town centre which, though relatively efficient, are somehat impersonal. How refreshing then to stumble upon this branch! It is 'manned' by two ladies who clearly remember what old fashioned 'service' is. Far from taking my cheque and putting it to one side to pay to my account later in the day, I found that my cheque was taken and I was asked to wait and ensure it had gone into my account properly. I was then asked if I needed anything else and had a pleasant chat about the weather! I have to say it all took 5 times longer that my usual visits but I came out with a smile on my face . and a positive feeling about Barclays! If you have the time pay a visit :0)

I consider Nationwide to be the best bank (well technically Building Society) there is. The…read moreinterest rates are always high, and this branch are very helpful. The staff are always polite and friendly. They showed me what my best options were for my savings and helped me get the best interest rates on all of it. With friendly polite conversation. Although there can be a queue at times - this is typical of most banks especially in Barkingside as there isnt another branch for ages. Had some very stress free visits here so would recommend!

Located on a corner this branch is very small for a bank. Queues are formed easily and not enough…read morespace to wait around. Usually if people see there is a queue they won't bother going in. Even the cash machine located outside is located so low you have to bend to see what is going on; the light on that is bad as well makes it hard to see the screen on a sunny day. Staff are helpful though but this branch needs to relocate to a bigger location to ensure customers are not going away due to queue lengths.

I had over £160 in coins that I wanted to change into notes and Bekki at the desk was really…read morehelpful. Usually I would have done this at my own bank, Barclays, but they were closed for a refurb. Natwest turned me away, as did RBS but thankfully Metro helped me out and sorted it all out for me If I was looking at opening an account/ joining a bank/changing banks, I would definitely consider going with Metro

Situated at the top end of the High Street towards Rayleigh Church. Very handy for shopping in…read moreRayleigh when you need a bit of cash UNLESS it's a Saturday when for no apparent reason the whole of Essex seems to descend and the queues are astronomical- so avoid at all costs! Helpful staff and cash machines always in working order! Nationwide Building Society 32 High St, Rayleigh, SS6 7JB. 01268 365600

Recently revamped and redecorated this bank is nice, big and modern…read more The staff are very helpful and the queues usually move fairly quickly. The services available are what you would expect of a main stream bank. There are private rooms if you want to discuss anything in private with the staff. I've never had any problems in this bank and foudn the staff friendly and helpful.

I have been banking with this bank for about ten years now and the have always been reliable and…read morehelpful. Whenever you go into the bank there is always a queue but their staff are quick at the counters and the queue soon disappears. Their personal bankers upstairs are also very helpful and informative in terms of what is available to you and getting your details changed in terms of moving house. They are always good at keeping contact with any changes that may happen. Another nice touch is the welcoming staff that points you in the right direction to get things done efficiently for you.

a small bank which can be hard to get to as parking is limited to main road, there is a small car…read morepark nearby but that tends to be full. staff are professional, with good customer service skills and can be friendly and helpful, particulalrly when they are selling you their products. can be left waiting for quit a while and it can get quite busy, but does have a cashpoint outside if needed.