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Man in wheelchair facing flight of stairs with text about challenges faced by people with disabilities, Accessibility Discounts UK and Mobility Support Offers.

What are the Challenges Faced by People with Disabilities?

Barriers for disabled people remain — from mobility challenges to digital accessibility issues. But with inclusive design, better disabled access, and a focus on accessibility solutions, society can remove these obstacles and create spaces that work for everyone.

Purpl
Purpl

September 11, 2025

WIN a Hoover HS5 Spot Wash & Dry - Worth £169

WIN a Hoover HS5 Spot Wash & Dry – Worth £169

We’re giving away the Hoover HS5 Spot Wash & Dry, worth £169 — a compact, powerful cleaning machine that makes tackling stains and spills effortless.

Purpl
Purpl

August 11, 2025

Merlin’s Magic Wand How Disabled and Seriously Ill Children Can Get Free Tickets to UK Theme Parks and Attractions

Merlin’s Magic Wand: How Disabled and Seriously Ill Children Can Get Free Tickets to UK Theme Parks and Attractions

Merlin’s Magic Wand is a charity set up to help disabled, seriously ill, or disadvantaged children aged 2–18 experience magical days out.

Purpl
Purpl

July 15, 2025

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Win a Luxury Fragrance Bundle Worth £270 — In Partnership with Beauty Base

We’ve teamed up with the brilliant team at Beauty Base to bring you an exclusive giveaway — and it’s one you won’t want to miss.

Purpl
Purpl

July 8, 2025

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Deafblind Awareness Week 2025 – Deafblind Access in the UK: Your Rights & How to Get Support

Whether you’re deafblind, supporting someone who is, or just want to be a better ally, here’s what you need to know about your rights, the support you’re entitled to, and how to actually get it.

Purpl
Purpl

June 24, 2025

Giveaway promotion featuring Check My Body Health's Premium Food and Drink Intolerance Test worth £199, highlighting 286 food and drink items tested with home to lab blood sample testing for identifying intolerances and supporting healthy living.

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Win a Premium Food Intolerance Test worth £199

We’ve partnered with Check Your Body to offer one lucky Purpl member the chance to win a Premium Food Tolerance Test worth £199 in our Purpl giveaway. If you’ve ever suspected certain foods might be affecting your health but didn’t known where to start, this is a great opportunity to get some answers and win this fantastic prize. […]

Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Georgina, Founder of Purpl

June 9, 2025

Learning to Slow Down: How MS Reshaped My Life and My Work

Learning to Slow Down: How MS Reshaped My Life and My Work

As a Purpl partner, Indu is offering our members an exclusive deal on emotional support therapy: Buy 5 sessions and get 1 free – for the whole time you work with her.

Purpl
Purpl

June 6, 2025

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Pride, But Make It Accessible: A Guide for Disabled & Neurodivergent People

We’ve pulled together a guide that gives you the full Pride picture – from the barriers and wins to practical tips, events doing it right, what to pack, and how to keep yourself safe and seen.

Purpl
Purpl

June 5, 2025

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Dementia Action Week: Free Support, Help & Hope Across the UK

Living with dementia, or supporting someone who is, can feel overwhelming, isolating and relentless. But you’re not alone. There’s more help out there than most people realise, and a lot of it is completely free. So, in honour of Dementia Action Week, we’ve pulled together a big list of UK-wide charities, resources, and free support […]

Purpl
Purpl

May 19, 2025