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Morrisons supermarket delivery promoting Purpl’s World Cup final competition, with 10 members able to win their shop back up to £250.

Win your Morrisons shop back: Get stocked up for the World Cup final – 10 winners

Get stocked up for the World Cup final with Morrisons. Place an eligible delivery or Click & Collect order using your Purpl discount code and 10 lucky subscribed members could win their shop back, up to £250.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 15, 2026

Ninja CREAMi Scoop and Swirl ice cream maker giveaway for Purpl members, supporting disabled people and people with long-term health conditions.

Win a Ninja CREAMi Scoop & Swirl 13-in-1: Exclusive Purpl UK giveaway

Want to make delicious ice cream, soft serve, and milkshakes at home? As part of our exclusive membership perks, Purpl is giving away a Ninja CREAMi Scoop & Swirl 13-in-1 Soft Serve & Ice Cream Maker (worth £300) to one lucky member of our community. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Who is eligible to enter the […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

July 14, 2026

Sue, a disabled woman living with cancer, standing with crutches beside her pink car.

Sue’s story: how one disabled woman with cancer is saving £700 a year amid rising costs

Sue, a Purpl member living with cancer, shares how her diagnosis affected her finances and how she is now saving £700 a year through disability discounts.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 26, 2026

Georgina in her wheelchair outside Sydney Opera House during an accessible travel review of Sydney for disabled people and people with long term health conditions.

How accessible is Sydney for disabled travellers? Our honest wheelchair travel review

We spent two weeks exploring Sydney as disabled travellers using a wheelchair, Nimbus Access Card and accessible public transport. Here’s our honest review of Sydney’s accessibility, attractions, transport, food and travel savings.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 6, 2026

Autistic child using sensory play equipment with support at home highlighting autism support and disabilities in daily life.

World Autism Awareness Month: what it means and why it matters in the UK

A clear guide to World Autism Awareness Month, autism support in the UK and what it means for disabled people and families.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

April 2, 2026

Alton Towers rollercoaster ride in action at a UK theme park, showing an accessible day out experience for disabled people and those with long-term health conditions, linked to UK theme park breaks, family attractions and Shopping Discounts for Disabled People.

Win an overnight stay at Alton Towers and theme park entry for 4 people

Enter this exclusive Alton Towers competition for a chance to win an overnight stay at Alton Towers Resort plus theme park entry for up to four people. Open to Purpl members.

Purpl
Purpl

March 16, 2026

Wheelchair user charging an electric car in a disabled parking space showing accessibility and design barriers for people with disabilities and long term health conditions.

The world isn’t designed for everyone. Better design can change that.

Designability’s Unfair Index is asking disabled people, parents and carers across the UK to share their experiences of everyday barriers so organisations can design more inclusive products and services.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

March 13, 2026

Dame Sarah Storey, disabled athlete, holding collagen during swim training to support joint health and recovery, shopping discounts for disabled people and mobility support through Purpl discounts.

Dame Sarah Storey on collagen benefits, recovery and living with long term conditions

Dame Sarah Storey shares how collagen supports her joint health, recovery and resilience in this exclusive Purpl interview. Britain’s most decorated Paralympian discusses performance, injury recovery and what people living with long term conditions should know about collagen and nutrition. The article also explores NHS guidance on protein, connective tissue and supplements, alongside advice for disabled people looking to stay active.

Purpl
Purpl

March 2, 2026

Emma Original Pro double mattress in modern bedroom, representing the Emma Sleep competition to win a £799 mattress and exclusive Purpl discounts for disabled people and long-term health conditions.

Emma Sleep competition: win an Original Pro double mattress worth £799

Enter the Emma Sleep competition to win an Original Pro Double Mattress worth £799. Purpl members can also get 20% off full price or extra 6% off sale.

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

February 27, 2026