GBP vs CHF
1 GBP = 1.103 CHF
ECB reference rate of 2026-10-29 (published business days ~16:00 CET) · Mid-market rate, bank spreads and fees not included
Quick Stats
Historical Comparison
GBP / CHF| Period | Then | Now | Change | Low | High | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Month | 1.104 2026-09-29 | 1.103 | -0.03% | 1.091 2026-10-02 | 1.109 2026-09-30 | |
| 3 Months | 1.090 2026-07-29 | 1.103 | +1.25% | 1.087 2026-07-31 | 1.109 2026-09-30 | |
| 6 Months | 1.066 2026-04-29 | 1.103 | +3.51% | 1.050 2026-05-15 | 1.109 2026-09-30 | |
| 1 Year | 1.053 2025-10-29 | 1.103 | +4.74% | 1.038 2025-11-14 | 1.109 2026-09-30 | |
| 3 Years | 1.092 2023-10-27 | 1.103 | +1.05% | 1.038 2025-11-14 | 1.166 2024-05-27 | |
| 5 Years | 1.256 2021-10-29 | 1.103 | -12.14% | 1.038 2025-11-14 | 1.258 2022-01-12 | |
| 10 Years | 1.207 2016-10-28 | 1.103 | -8.61% | 1.038 2025-11-14 | 1.380 2018-04-17 |
Then, Now, Low and High are daily ECB reference rates (one observation per business day, not intraday highs or lows); Then is the last business day on or before the start of the period. Trend lines plot daily (1 month), weekly (3 months–1 year) or monthly (3–10 years) observations, always keeping the first and last. Missing days are left out, not estimated. Source: European Central Bank via Frankfurter API
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 1 GBP in CHF?
Based on the European Central Bank reference rate published on 2026-10-29, 1 GBP equals 1.103 CHF. This is a mid-market reference rate; bank buy/sell spreads and fees are not included.
What is the GBP to CHF exchange rate today?
The latest published ECB reference rate (2026-10-29) is 1.103 CHF per 1 GBP. The ECB publishes once per business day around 16:00 CET, so the rate does not change over weekends or holidays.
Where does CurrencyVersus get its GBP/CHF data?
CurrencyVersus sources all exchange rate data from the Frankfurter API, which provides European Central Bank (ECB) reference rates. The ECB publishes these once per business day, around 16:00 CET; they are not live market quotes. Gold and silver prices come separately from gold-api.com and update more often than the daily ECB reference rates.
Can I view historical GBP to CHF exchange rates?
Yes. CurrencyVersus provides historical GBP/CHF exchange rate data across 7 time periods: 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, 5 years, and 10 years.
About GBP / CHF
GBP — British Pound Sterling
The British Pound Sterling is the official currency of the United Kingdom and one of the world's major traded currencies, with a history reaching back to Anglo-Saxon England.
CHF — Swiss Franc
The Swiss Franc is the official currency of Switzerland and Liechtenstein. It has a long reputation for stability and is widely treated as a safe-haven asset during financial turmoil.
Key Factors Affecting GBP/CHF
GBP Drivers
- Bank of England interest rate decisions
- UK economic data and trade policy
- London financial market sentiment
- UK inflation and housing market trends
CHF Drivers
- Swiss National Bank interventions and interest rates
- Global geopolitical uncertainty and safe-haven demand
- Swiss economic indicators and trade data
- EUR/CHF dynamics and European economic health
💡 Did You Know? — GBP
Sterling traces its origins to the silver pennies of Anglo-Saxon England — the name 'pound' comes from a pound weight of silver.
💡 Did You Know? — CHF
Switzerland's banking secrecy laws, established in 1934, helped make the Swiss franc synonymous with financial stability and privacy.
Economy Overview
United Kingdom
The UK is one of Europe's major economies, with London serving as a global financial center. The Bank of England (BoE) sets monetary policy to meet the government's inflation target.
Switzerland
Switzerland has a highly developed and stable economy, known for its banking sector, pharmaceuticals, and precision manufacturing. The Swiss National Bank (SNB) sets monetary policy and has at times intervened in currency markets to influence the franc's value.
Editorial content last reviewed: 2026-10-22