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Lender DetailsVery Group Financial Services Limited
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Very Group Financial Services Limited

Also known as: Very; Littlewoods; Very Pay

Very Group Financial Services Limited is the financial services arm of The Very Group, which owns Very.co.uk, one of the UK's largest online retailers. Very offers customers the ability to buy products on a credit account, spreading the cost of purchases using flexible payment options including Buy Now Pay Later and monthly instalments.

The Very credit account operates similarly to a store card or catalogue credit facility. Customers can defer payment for a set period or spread the cost over monthly instalments. Interest applies to any balance not paid within promotional periods. These credit products are regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Very is particularly popular for electronics, clothing, furniture, and home products. The credit offering makes it accessible to customers who may not have large amounts of cash available, but it is important to understand the full cost of credit before using a pay-later option.

If you have a Very credit account and need to contact them, details are available on their website at very.co.uk. Very Group Financial Services Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

If you are struggling with repayments on a Very account, contact their customer service team to discuss your options. Free debt advice is available from StepChange on 0800 138 1111, National Debtline on 0808 808 4000, or Citizens Advice.

Quick summary

Company typeBuy Now Pay Later
Trading namesVery; Littlewoods; Very Pay
FCA Firm Ref (FRN)Not verified (FCA FRN for Very Group Financial Services Limited not confirmed from public sources)
FCA statusNot verified (assumed authorised for consumer credit; FRN not confirmed from public sources)
Companies House no.11905933 (Very Group Financial Services Limited); 04730752 (The Very Group Limited — parent holding company)
Company statusActive (Private Limited Company, incorporated 26 March 2019, SIC 64929 and 64999)
Parent companyThe Very Group Limited (04730752) — acquired by The Carlyle Group Inc. in November 2025
Date last checked2026-06-05

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Why someone might search for Very Group Financial Services Limited

Missed instalment
Refund or merchant dispute
Payment plan
Credit file impact
Complaint
Account query

Before you contact Very Group Financial Services Limited

  • 1Check the company name and any trading names carefully.
  • 2Verify the company on the FCA Register at register.fca.org.uk before sharing personal or financial details.
  • 3Check the Companies House record if relevant.
  • 4Do not share payment card or bank details unless you are certain you are dealing with the real company.
  • 5Keep copies of all letters, emails, screenshots and payment records.
  • 6If you are unsure or under financial pressure, get free debt advice before taking action.

Questions worth asking

These are general questions that may be relevant to your situation. They are not personalised advice.

  • ?What happens if I miss a payment?
  • ?Will missed payments be reported to credit reference agencies?
  • ?How do refunds work if I return a product?
  • ?Who handles disputes — you or the retailer?
  • ?Can I pause payment while a dispute or refund is being processed?
  • ?What is your formal complaints process?

Contact details

PhoneNot verified
EmailNot verified (customer contact via website only)
Registered addressFirst Floor, Skyways House, Speke Road, Speke, Liverpool, L70 1AB, United Kingdom

Always use contact details from Very Group Financial Services Limited’s official website ↗ or the FCA Register — not from unexpected letters or messages.

Regulatory and company information

FCA Firm Reference NumberNot verified (FCA FRN for Very Group Financial Services Limited not confirmed from public sources)
FCA statusNot verified (assumed authorised for consumer credit; FRN not confirmed from public sources)
Companies House number11905933 (Very Group Financial Services Limited); 04730752 (The Very Group Limited — parent holding company)
Company statusActive (Private Limited Company, incorporated 26 March 2019, SIC 64929 and 64999)
Parent companyThe Very Group Limited (04730752) — acquired by The Carlyle Group Inc. in November 2025

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What they do

Main products and services

Retail credit accounts (Very Pay buy-now-pay-later and interest-bearing credit); online retail across fashion, electricals, home and garden, toys; Littlewoods brand catalogue credit; credit management and collections

Trading names and group notes

The Very Group Limited (04730752) is the holding company (formerly Shop Direct Limited, formerly March UK Limited). Very Group Financial Services Limited (11905933) is the credit entity incorporated in 2019. The Carlyle Group acquired The Very Group in November 2025. The group previously operated Littlewoods Ireland separately.

Reviews and public sentiment

Review scores are third-party public indicators only. They are not proof of FCA compliance, product quality, or suitability for your circumstances.

Trustpilot

4.0

approximately 200,000 (very.co.uk Trustpilot profile) reviews

Other review sources

Trustpilot profile at trustpilot.com/review/www.very.co.uk. Reviews.io profile shows 1,723 reviews.

Overall public sentiment

Mixed. Customers praise wide product range, convenient credit facility, and delivery speed. Negative reviews highlight issues with credit account management, disputed charges, high interest rates on revolving credit, and difficulties resolving customer service complaints. Volume of reviews (200,000+) indicates scale of customer base. Sentiment generally mixed for retail credit operations.

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Common questions about Very Group Financial Services Limited

What happens if I miss a payment with Very Group Financial Services Limited?+
Contact Very Group Financial Services Limited as soon as you realise you may miss a payment. Some BNPL providers allow payment plan adjustments. Missed payments may affect your credit file depending on your agreement. Check your terms and conditions carefully.
Will a missed payment with Very Group Financial Services Limited affect my credit file?+
Whether a missed BNPL payment affects your credit file depends on Very Group Financial Services Limited's credit reporting practices and your specific agreement. Check your terms or ask Very Group Financial Services Limited directly.
How do refunds work if I return a product bought with Very Group Financial Services Limited?+
For refunds, contact the retailer in the first instance. The refund process for BNPL products varies by provider and retailer. If you have a dispute, ask Very Group Financial Services Limited to explain their dispute process in writing.
How do I complain about Very Group Financial Services Limited?+
Use Very Group Financial Services Limited's formal complaints process first. If unresolved, you may be able to refer the complaint to the Financial Ombudsman Service. Check whether Very Group Financial Services Limited is FCA-authorised at register.fca.org.uk.
Is Very Group Financial Services Limited regulated by the FCA?+
BNPL regulation in the UK is evolving. Some BNPL products are FCA-regulated and some are not, depending on the specific product. Always verify on the FCA Register at register.fca.org.uk and check your agreement for regulatory information.

Answers are general guidance only. Rules and procedures may change. Always verify with the company or a qualified adviser.

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