Charles Stanley Direct Pension Drawdown

Compare Charles Stanley Direct pension drawdown fees, investment options and features against all 21 UK providers. Updated for 2026.

Fee structure

Platform fees: 0.30% flat platform charge (minimum £60, capped at £600 a year)

Fund charges (Ongoing Charges Figure) apply on top of platform fees and depend on your chosen investments. Use our calculator above to see the total annual cost for your specific pot size.

Latest Charles Stanley Direct news & updates

3 Mar 2026

Charles Stanley Direct voted Best Stocks and Shares ISA 2026

Charles Stanley Direct won Best Stocks and Shares ISA at the 2026 Good Money Guide Investing Awards, with customers highlighting service quality and support.

22 Dec 2025

Charles Stanley Direct holds competitive positioning for 2026

Charles Stanley Direct maintained its flat 0.30% platform charge with a £600 annual cap, keeping it among the cheaper percentage-fee platforms for larger pots.

Last updated 3 Mar 2026.

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