PIP Discounts and Freebies 2025: Maximise Savings with your PIP Benefits

Did you know that if you receive PIP disability benefit (Personal Independence Payment), you might be surprised by the number of additional benefits and discounts available to you. From free public services to exclusive discounts, PIP benefits can help improve your quality of life and help ease the financial burden that comes with being disabled. To help you understand what PIP benefits you may be entitled to, we have put this useful Purpl guide together for PIP Benefits and Discounts 2025.

Of course, the best benefit that disabled people in the UK can receive with PIP is access to Purpl, the UK’s first disabled discount programme but of course we are biased.

Unlocking the Best Discounts and Benefits for the Disabled Community

In this guide, we’ll give you all the details on what you can get for free with PIP, a quick overview on how you apply for PIP disability benefit, and how Purpl can help you save even more. If you wish to find out more about what is PIP and how to apply for PIP disability benefit then please read our guide on how to apply for PIP.

Firstly, the most important thing to know is that PIP is not means tested, you can have a full time job and earn a salary without it impacting your ability to receive PIP (Personal Independence Payment) disability benefit.

Please note: If you live in Scotland you will need to apply for Adult Disability Payment or Child Disability Payment. How to apply for Scottish Disability Living Payments for Adults and how to apply for Scottish Disability Living Payments for Children.

If you live in Northern Ireland and wish to apply for PIP benefit, you will need to follow their process, find out more information on how to apply for Personal Independence Payment in Northern Ireland.

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What is PIP?
What Can You Get for Free with PIP in 2025?
PIP and Discounted Travel
PIP and Car Tax Exemption
PIP and Blue Badge Scheme
PIP and Motability Scheme
PIP and Access to Work Scheme
PIP and Free Entry to Attractions
PIP and Free Prescriptions
PIP and VAT Exemptions
PIP and Medical Equipment
PIP and Disability Facilities Grant
PIP and Toll Crossing Exemptions
PIP and London Congestion Charge Exemption
PIP and Low Emmission Zone Exemption
PIP and Purpl Disabled Discounts
More Tips for PIP Savings

What is PIP?

PIP (Personal Independence Payment) is a government benefit designed to support individuals who have long-term health conditions or disabilities. PIP benefit payments are there to help you cover the extra costs associated with managing these conditions. To find out more about PIP and how to claim for it see our guide.

What Can You Get for Free with PIP in 2025?

Receiving PIP (Personal Independence Payment) disability benefits opens the door to a range of other support and discounts, from transportation to entertainment. Here is a list of PIP discounts and benefits for 2025 that you may be eligible for if you receive PIP payments.

PIP and Discounted Travel

It can be hard to get around if you are disabled, one benefit of receiving PIP is that you can may be entitled to a free or reduced pricing when you travel on public transport. The great news is that if you have any of the following disabled cards you can use them to join Purpl and gain access to our exclusive disabled discounts and save even more money.

Your PIP award may entitle you to the following:

1. Disabled Persons Bus Pass

Depending on your local council, you may be eligible for a free disabled bus pass, making it easier to get out and about to social events and health appointments. You will need to receive the mobility component of PIP in order to claim for this PIP discount and you may also be eligible to get a free companion bus pass if you require a carer to assist you. You need to apply through your local council for a disabled persons bus pass and the criteria my differ so it’s best to check directly to see how to apply.

To apply for a disabled bus pass for England
To apply for a disabled bus pass for Wales
To apply for a disabled bus pass in Scotland
To apply for a disabled bus pass in Northern Ireland

2. Disabled Persons Railcard

If you receive PIP payments then you can apply for a Disabled Persons Railcard, which will give you a discount of up to 1/3 off train fares for both yourself and a companion. To find out more on how to apply for a disabled train card please read our guide on How to Apply for a Disabled Persons Railcard.

The disabled persons railcard also comes with additional benefits so if you travel by train frequently it’s worth taking a look at what else you can get.

London Travel Concessions: If you are disabled and are a resident in London you qualify for the Freedom Pass, which allows free travel across all Transport for London (TfL) services, helping you get around without additional costs. To apply for a disabled persons Freedom Pass.

3. Reduced Ferry Costs

Some ferry companies will give a reduction to disabled people who hold a blue badge or disabled bus and railcards. You will need to check the individual ferry operators website to see what they offer to disabled people and what their criteria is for taking advantage of their PIP benefit.

4. Reduced Coach Travel Costs

National Express have a Disabled Coachcard that gives you 1/3 off the price of coach tickets. The Disabled Coachcard is £15, plus £3 postage and packaging. When you book a ticket make sure you check the Coachcard box and don’t forget to carry your Coachcard with you whenever you travel, along with your ticket. It is worth noting that there are no reductions for carers, they would have to pay for a full price ticket.

Save 1/3 on Standard and Fully Flexible fares, even at peak times.
Enjoy £15 mid-week day returns on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

To apply, head to the National Express website here.

5. Subsidised Taxi Fares

Your local authority might offer a scheme to help with taxi costs if you have a severe disability. The type of support you can get depends on where you live. Different councils or authorities may offer different benefits, so it’s important to check with them.

To find out whether your council offers a taxi scheme and whether you would be eligible for it, contact your local authority.

In London, this is called the TaxiCard and is a subsidised service providing Black Taxis and Private Hire Vehicles to those who might find it difficult or impossible to access other modes of transport. Taxi cards are designed for individuals with long-term mobility challenges or severe visual impairments that make it difficult to use public transport like buses, trains, or the underground. Taxi card applications vary by borough but you can go to the London Councils website for more information.

PIP and Car Tax Exemption

If you receive the enhanced rate of the mobility component of PIP, you could be eligible for a full exemption from vehicle tax. For those who qualify at the standard rate of mobility on PIP, there is a 50% reduction in car tax, making car ownership more affordable. Typically you claim for this when you apply for your vehicle tax.

You can read more about Car Tax Exemption and Reduction for Disabled People in our Purpl Guide.

PIP and Blue Badge Scheme

If you receive PIP you may be eligible to apply for a Blue Badge providing easier access to convenient parking spaces, often free of charge. This badge can make trips to busy city centres, shopping areas, or medical facilities much more manageable. If you receive the enhanced rate of the mobility component for PIP you will automatically be eligible. For anyone on the standard rate you will need to meet the additional criteria to be eligible. Get more information on eligibility for blue badge.

You can also use a Blue Badge to join Purpl and gain access to our disabled discounts, just ensure you upload the photo side of your blue badge.

PIP and Motability Scheme

If you are awarded the enhanced rate of PIP for the mobility component and you have a minimum of 12 months left on your current award then you are eligible to join the Motability Scheme.

You can exchange part or all of your mobility disability PIP component for a brand new car, a WAV (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle), a scooter or a powered wheelchair so you can enjoy more independence and freedom

Through the Motability Scheme, you will have access to thousands of cars to choose from and everything is included (except for fuel). This means you will save on car insurance, tax, servicing and any repairs. Your whole family can use the car (although some cars won’t be insurable for adults under 25 years).

If you have a disabled child you may also be eligible to join the Motability scheme to help you get them out and about. Find out more information about the Motability Scheme for disabled people.

man in a wheelchair next to the open boot of his silver car

PIP and Access to Work Scheme

Access to Work (AtW) is a government initiative that offers practical and financial support for disabled people who face workplace barriers due to their health conditions or impairments.

Access to Work funds equipment and adaptations to help disabled individuals perform their job effectively.

To be eligible for the scheme you have to meet several criteria, we have put together a Purpl guide on how to apply for the Access to Work scheme to help you understand whether you are eligible and to answer any other questions you might have.

PIP and Free Entry to Attractions

Some attractions and events will offer discounts for disabled people and/or a free carer / companion ticket.

Cinema – you can apply for a CEA Card to get a free carer/companion ticket every time they visit the cinema. For more information about CEA card please read our Purpl guide on how to apply for a CEA card. You can also use your CEA card to apply for Purpl Disabled Discounts.
National Trust / English Heritage – you can apply for an Essential Companion card to gain free entry for up to two carers. For out more about an Essential Companion card.
CADW – you can apply for a disabled persons card CDAW historic buildings and gardens in Wales. Apply for a CDAW disabled persons card.
Merlin Entertainment – you can apply to get a card for a free carer companion and you can also apply for a Merlin ride access card which is designed – apply for a Merlin Ride Access card or apply for a free companion carer card. Purpl members can also get 10% off an Access Card.

PIP and Free Prescriptions

Healthcare costs can add up quickly if you have a long-term health condition or a disability. If you receive PIP disability payments you can also be eligible to save on these extra costs depending on your disability type.

You are entitled to a medical exemption certificate for free NHS prescriptions if you have one of the following specified health conditions:

You have a long-term physical disability needing assistance to leave home.
You have a permanent fistula requiring ongoing surgical dressing or an appliance.
You have diabetes (not diet-treated), hypoparathyroidism, myxoedema, hypopituitarism, Addison’s disease, or myasthenia gravis needing essential therapy.
You have epilepsy requiring ongoing anti-convulsive treatment.

Additional support may be available based on your household income and other circumstances. You can complete the questionnaire on the government website to determine what extra support you are eligible for.

PIP and VAT Exemption for Disabled People

Disabled individuals can benefit from VAT exemptions on specific goods and services, making essential items more affordable.

VAT exemptions apply to eligible products that assist with your disability, for example:

Mobility Aids: wheelchairs, scooters
Home Adaptations: stairlifts, ramps
Medical Equipment: adjustable beds, hoists, incontinence products

Please note: You cannot claim back after the purchase so it is important to check that the supplier has a VAT declaration form that you complete before purchasing and then they will remove the VAT from your order.

PIP and Medical Equipment

Most disabled individuals needing equipment to live more independently can obtain it for free from their local authority. To access these items, you must request a social care needs assessment for things like:

Bathroom aids
Wheelchairs
Mobility scooters

You can also purchase the equipment you need. Used items are often more affordable. Loans and hire-purchase agreements may provide faster access to equipment, but they usually cost more than paying upfront.

Apply for a social care needs assessment.

PIP and Disability Facilities Grants

Depending on your income you may be eligible for a Disability Facilities Grant (DFG) alongside your PIP benefit payment. This grant is provided by your local council to fund essential adaptations for your home, ensuring it meets your mobility and safety needs. If you would like to find out more or apply for a grant then please read our Purpl guide all about the Disability Facilities Grant.

PIP and Toll Crossing Exemptions

Did you know that if you’re disabled, you may not have to pay the full toll fare at some river crossings, bridges, and tunnels across the UK? Many operators offer concessions or exemptions to make travel more accessible for disabled drivers and passengers. In most cases, you must apply in advance to benefit from these savings, for more information please read our Purpl guide on Toll Crossing Savings for Disabled People.

PIP and London Congestion Charge Exemption

If you have a Blue Badge and are travelling around London you are exempt from Congestion charges. You will need to apply for the 100% discount on the Congestion Charge. For more information on how to register for the saving please visit the Transport of London website.

PIP and Low Emmission Zone Exemption

Some drivers and vehicles qualify for at least a temporary 100% discount from the Ultra Low Emission Zone charge (ULEZ). Others are entirely exempt. Many of these are only available during the ‘Grace Period’ which ends on 24th October 2027.

You may be exempt during the grace period if:

your vehicle is registered as having a ‘disabled tax class’ with the DVLA (this means you get free car tax or a reduction in car tax)
you have a WAV (wheelchair accessible vehicle) that does not meet ULEZ emissions standards and has been converted by mobility experts to allow a disabled person to access the vehicle as driver or passenger. To be eligible, the WAV needs to be fitted with one of the approved adaptations
you receive certain disability benefits or those that meet the outlined medical criteria for exemption, for more details please read the eligibility list on the Transport of London website.

PIP and Purpl Disabled Discounts

Our founder launched Purpl as she understands firsthand how expensive it is when you live with a disability. According to Scope the disability price tag (the cost of being disabled) is currently at circa £1000 extra per month for one disabled person.

Purpl is here to help you save money and level the playing field so that the disabled community can afford to spend money on more than just their offer even more exclusive discounts for people who have disabilities. You can sign up for Purpl with your PIP disability award letter or one of the other accepted documents. To find out what you can use, please review our upload guide.

Purpl is here to help you save money to reduce the cost of living with a disability.

Fashion and Beauty: Purpl offers exclusive discounts for clothing, shoes and accessories from your favourite brands including Debenhams disabled discount code, Pavers disabled discount code, Secret Sales disabled discount code and many more.
Home Entertainment Offers: Save money on televisions, laptops and mobile phones, plus Purpl has a SKY disabled discounts for disabled members so take a look at current offers. These are always being updated and we are constantly working hard to bring you more and more great discounts.
Food Offers: You can save money on your food shopping with our Ocado disabled discount code or perhaps you would like to stock up on essentials with the Purpl Poundland disabled discount code.
Toys and Games: With great offers on toys you can save money with the Purpl Hornby disabled discount code or if cars are more your things then check out our Scalextric disabled discount code.

Purpl helps disabled people who receive PIP benefit payments find more ways to save and stretch their budget, making everyday expenses more manageable and accessible.

More Tips for PIP Savings

To get the most out of your PIP entitlement, here are a few tips:

Research Your Local Council’s Benefits: many local councils offer additional benefits such as reduced entry fees for local events and free access to leisure centres for PIP recipients.
Always Ask About Concessions: many attractions and stores offer discounts for PIP recipients that aren’t always advertised, so it’s always worth asking.

Join Purpl Today and Maximise Your Savings

If you’re looking to get the most out of your PIP benefits, Purpl is here to help. By signing up with Purpl, you can unlock exclusive discounts designed to support the disabled community and make life more affordable.

Ready to start saving? Sign up with Purpl today with your PIP Award letter and explore the incredible range of discounts available for the disabled community. Maximise your PIP benefits, take advantage of all the freebies available, and enjoy life with fewer financial constraints.

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