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Written by
Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Published on
May 17, 2026
Last reviewed: 17 May 2026
Applies to: UK
Written by: Georgina, Founder of Purpl
Purpl members can get cheaper cinema tickets with The Cinema Society by logging into Purpl, opening The Cinema Society offer, clicking through to The Cinema Society website, choosing a participating cinema and buying discounted cinema vouchers. The voucher codes are then sent by email and can be used to book cinema tickets online or at the box office, depending on the cinema’s rules.
The Cinema Society works like a cinema voucher hub. You buy discounted vouchers first, then exchange each voucher for one cinema ticket at your chosen participating cinema. The Cinema Society says vouchers are delivered instantly by email and can be exchanged online or at the box office, depending on the cinema.
This article is for eligible Purpl members in the UK, including Northern Ireland. The Cinema Society has separate country websites, including a Republic of Ireland site, but Purpl membership is for the UK, not the Republic of Ireland.
Cinema trips can be a brilliant way to enjoy time with family, friends, carers or support workers, but costs can add up quickly. Tickets, travel, snacks, access needs, companion planning and fatigue management can all make a simple trip feel expensive. This guide explains how to use The Cinema Society on Purpl, what to check before buying, how the Price Guarantee works, and what to do if something goes wrong.
The Cinema Society is a cinema savings platform that gives members access to discounted cinema vouchers. Through Purpl, eligible members can click through to The Cinema Society, buy discounted vouchers, then use those vouchers with participating cinemas.
The Cinema Society says members can save up to 40% against peak box office prices, with savings shown online. It also says members may be able to buy discounted cinema tickets, food, drink and annual passes through the platform, depending on availability.
For Purpl members, The Cinema Society can be a helpful way to get cheaper cinema tickets for participating cinemas without paying full peak box office prices. Great for making cinema trips more affordable, especially when planning a family outing, looking for a lower cost day out, or trying to enjoy more social time while managing disability related costs.
Purpl Tip: Before buying, check The Cinema Society page on Purpl first, then check your chosen cinema’s own website for film times, access information, seating and screening types.
Using The Cinema Society through Purpl is simple, but you need to follow the steps in the right order.
Log in to your Purpl account and search for The Cinema Society.
Click The Cinema Society offer. This opens the offer card, where you can review the details and terms.
Click the offer button on Purpl to go to The Cinema Society website. This matters because it helps track the offer correctly through Purpl.
The Cinema Society says members usually register by going through their employee or member benefit platform and clicking The Cinema Society or cinema tab. For Purpl members, that means starting from the Purpl offer link.
Once you are on The Cinema Society website, search for the cinema you want to visit.
Select the voucher that matches your cinema and planned trip. Check whether it covers standard 2D only, whether upgrades are possible, and whether any booking or upgrade fees apply.
Pay for your vouchers through The Cinema Society checkout.
The Cinema Society says vouchers and QR codes are available in your Previous Orders page and are also emailed instantly after purchase. Check your spam or junk folder if they do not arrive.
Use the voucher code or QR code as instructed. Some cinemas allow online redemption, while others may require box office redemption.
Purpl Tip: Buy your voucher before you travel, especially if you need an accessible screening, wheelchair space, companion seat or quiet time of day.
Only a few of the main cinema chains are listed separately on Purpl. This means your local or favourite cinema might not appear in the Purpl search bar, but that does not mean it is unavailable.
The Cinema Society works as the main cinema voucher hub for this offer. Even if you want to visit ODEON, Vue, Showcase, The Light, Omniplex or another participating cinema, you can still start from The Cinema Society offer page on Purpl and search for your chosen cinema after clicking through.
Some cinema chains may appear separately on Purpl, but the ODEON, Vue, Showcase and other cinema offers still take members through to The Cinema Society website. You do not need to find your exact local cinema in the Purpl search bar to check whether it is available.
All links for this disability cinema discount go to the main The Cinema Society page on Purpl, even if the voucher is later used with ODEON, Vue, Showcase, The Light, Omniplex or another participating cinema.
Purpl Insight: Think of The Cinema Society as the main cinema voucher hub. You start there, then choose the cinema you want to visit.
The Purpl Cinema Society page says members can save at over 400 cinemas, including major chains such as ODEON, Vue, Showcase, IMC and more.
Major chains listed on the Purpl page include:
The Cinema Society’s own website also refers to participating cinema coverage across the UK, Ireland and other countries, but this Purpl guide is for UK members, including Northern Ireland. If your chosen cinema is not showing, The Cinema Society says you can contact them and they will see what they can do.
Purpl Tip: If you are unsure whether your local cinema is included, click through from Purpl to The Cinema Society and search for your cinema before making plans.
Yes, independent cinemas are included as well as major cinema chains.
Independent cinemas listed on the Purpl page include:
Independent cinemas can be a great option if you prefer a smaller venue, a local feel, a quieter setting or a different type of cinema experience. Always check the cinema’s own access information before booking, especially if you need step free access, wheelchair seating, audio description, subtitles or relaxed screenings.
Purpl Insight: Independent cinemas can be brilliant for local or lower sensory trips, but access arrangements vary, so check before you buy.
The Cinema Society vouchers work by giving you a code or QR code that can be exchanged for a cinema ticket at a participating cinema.
The Cinema Society says each voucher can be exchanged for one cinema ticket at your chosen cinema. Vouchers are delivered instantly by email and can be exchanged either online or at the box office, depending on the cinema.
Voucher prices can vary by cinema, venue, film, format, seating type, time and day. The Cinema Society says online ticket prices may differ from in-cinema prices, online booking fees may apply, and upgrade fees may apply for non-standard screenings such as IMAX or 3D.
Purpl Tip: Always read the redemption instructions in your voucher email before booking, because each cinema can have different rules.
No, you do not need to choose the film before buying The Cinema Society vouchers.
The Cinema Society says you buy the vouchers first, then redeem them with your chosen cinema and select your film. It also says vouchers are valid for months, which gives you time to decide what to watch.
However, it is still sensible to check film times before buying, especially if you need:
Purpl Insight: You may not need to pick the exact film first, but access needs often mean it is better to plan before buying.
Most The Cinema Society vouchers are valid for at least 6 months, but the exact expiry date is shown when you buy.
You should always check the expiry date before paying, especially if you are buying vouchers for:
The Cinema Society says expired voucher codes cannot be swapped or extended because expiry dates are set by the cinemas.
Purpl Tip: Screenshot the expiry date and keep the voucher email somewhere easy to find.
Yes, The Cinema Society says members can buy vouchers for friends and family who are not members, up to 10 vouchers per day. You can then share the e-vouchers with them.
This can be useful if you are planning:
Always check whether the voucher type is right for everyone in your group, especially if you need child tickets, adult tickets, accessible seating or companion ticket arrangements.
Purpl Insight: Buying for the whole group can make planning easier, but make sure every voucher matches the cinema and ticket type you need.
The Cinema Society has a Price Guarantee for registered members. If you buy vouchers through The Cinema Society and then find that the same cinema ticket would have been cheaper when booked directly with the cinema, The Cinema Society says it will match the direct price and beat it by 10%, subject to the rules and exclusions.
To claim, The Cinema Society says you need to email [email protected] with:
The Cinema Society says claims are reviewed within two working days. If the claim is valid, the refund is based on the difference between what you paid and the Price Guarantee amount.
There are important exclusions. The Price Guarantee does not cover every cheaper ticket you may find. Exclusions include special price days, member only pricing, some family or child offers, third party seller offers, Meerkat Movies, CEA Card bookings, bookings outside peak times and some annual pass offers. Claims must be made within 14 days of the cinema booking.
Purpl Tip: If you compare prices, compare the exact same cinema, film, date, time, ticket type and booking route.
You should treat The Cinema Society vouchers as digital products because they are supplied immediately after purchase.
The Cinema Society Refund Policy says vouchers are shown in your user area and sent by email immediately after purchase. It also says refunds are not offered for change of mind or for valid, working vouchers that remain usable, including where the issue comes from not following the booking instructions.
If your voucher is faulty, not received or not as described, The Cinema Society says you should contact them with as much information as possible so they can work with the cinema partner to resolve it.
If you bought the wrong voucher type, contact The Cinema Society as soon as possible. They may be able to void an unused voucher and process a refund so you can buy the correct voucher, but this depends on the cinema supplier’s system and whether the voucher can be cancelled.
The Cinema Society also notes that if you enter a voucher code but do not complete the booking, for example if the page crashes or you press back, the voucher may be temporarily locked for up to 20 minutes before it can be used again.
Purpl Tip: Check the cinema, ticket type, expiry date and booking method before paying, because refunds are limited once digital vouchers are supplied.
You may be able to use The Cinema Society vouchers with accessible screenings, but it depends on the cinema, the voucher type and the booking rules.
Accessible screenings can include:
The CEA Card is separate from The Cinema Society. You may be able to use it alongside the discounted tickets but it depends on each cinema. It will work on some cinema booking website but may not work on the app.
Before buying a voucher, check your chosen cinema’s access page or contact the cinema directly if you need confirmation.
Purpl Tip: If you need a wheelchair space, companion ticket or accessible screening, check those details first. Then use The Cinema Society on Purpl to see whether you can reduce the cost of the paid ticket.
Before buying The Cinema Society vouchers, check that the voucher works for the trip you want to make.
Check:
The Cinema Society says admit-one voucher codes allow access to standard 2D films, while many upgraded formats may require an upgrade fee. It also says vouchers are not valid for non-film performances, private screenings, special events or Event Cinema performances.
Purpl Insight: The best cinema discount is the one you can actually use. Check access, expiry dates, screening type and booking rules before paying.
The Cinema Society can make cinema trips more affordable for disabled people, people with long term health conditions, carers and families.
Purpl members may love it because:
Cinema is not just a luxury for everyone. For some people, it is a manageable way to spend time with family, enjoy a lower energy activity, leave the house with structure or have something joyful to look forward to.
Purpl Insight: Disabled people deserve access to fun, rest and social experiences too. Savings on cinema trips can make those moments feel more possible.
Log in to Purpl, go to The Cinema Society offer, click through to The Cinema Society, search for your cinema, buy the correct voucher and use the emailed voucher code or QR code when booking your ticket.
The Cinema Society is a cinema voucher platform that lets members buy discounted cinema vouchers for participating cinemas. Vouchers can then be exchanged for cinema tickets, either online or at the box office, depending on the cinema.
The Cinema Society says members can save up to 40% against peak box office prices, with savings shown online. The exact saving depends on the cinema, ticket type, film format and booking details.
No. The Cinema Society says you buy vouchers first, then redeem them with your chosen cinema and select your film. It is still worth checking film times and access information before buying.
Most The Cinema Society vouchers are valid for at least 6 months, but the expiry date is displayed when you buy. Always check the expiry date before paying.
The Cinema Society says vouchers and QR codes are available in your Previous Orders page after purchase and are also emailed instantly to the email address used at checkout. Check your spam folder if they do not arrive.
Some The Cinema Society vouchers can be used online, while others may need to be used at the box office. It depends on the cinema, so always read the redemption instructions.
Yes, some vouchers can be exchanged at the box office. The Cinema Society says redemption can be online or at the box office, depending on the cinema.
Only a few main cinema chains are listed separately on Purpl, so your local cinema might not appear in the Purpl search bar. That does not mean it is unavailable. Start from The Cinema Society offer page on Purpl, then search for your chosen cinema after clicking through to The Cinema Society website.
Yes, where those cinemas are available through The Cinema Society. Even if ODEON, Vue or Showcase appear separately on Purpl, you should start from The Cinema Society page when using The Cinema Society voucher offer.
Independent cinemas listed on Purpl include The Scotsman Picturehouse, The Kinema in the Woods, Chiswick Cinema, Campbeltown Picture House, Saffron Screen, Station Cinema, Abbeygate Cinema, Perth Playhouse, The Grosvenor Picture Theatre, Forest Cinema in Walthamstow, Royal Cinema Sutton Coldfield, The Dome Worthing, The Majestic Cinema and The Island Cinema.
Yes. The Cinema Society says members can buy vouchers for friends and family, up to 10 vouchers per day.
This Purpl guide is for eligible Purpl members in the UK, including Northern Ireland. The Cinema Society has a separate Republic of Ireland website, but Purpl membership is not open to the Republic of Ireland.
Usually no. The Cinema Society says vouchers are digital products supplied immediately, so it does not offer refunds for change of mind or for valid, working vouchers that remain usable.
Contact The Cinema Society as soon as possible. If the voucher has not been used, they may be able to void it and process a refund so you can buy the correct one, but this depends on the cinema supplier’s system.
Check the voucher instructions first. If you entered the code but did not complete the booking, it may be temporarily locked for up to 20 minutes. If the problem continues, contact The Cinema Society with your voucher details.
The Cinema Society Price Guarantee means that if you buy vouchers and later find the same ticket would have been cheaper by booking directly with the cinema, The Cinema Society may refund the difference and beat the direct price by 10%, subject to terms and exclusions.
Check carefully before combining offers. The Cinema Society Price Guarantee excludes tickets bought with other offers such as Meerkat Movies or CEA Cards. The Cinema Society also says vouchers are not always usable with the CEA Card because cinemas may treat this as combining offers.
Yes. The Cinema Society offer is available to eligible Purpl members, including disabled people and people with long term health conditions. Always check the offer terms, cinema access information and booking rules before buying.
Purpl members can get cheaper cinema tickets with The Cinema Society by starting from the main The Cinema Society page on Purpl, clicking through to The Cinema Society, choosing a participating cinema, buying discounted vouchers and using the emailed codes or QR codes when booking.
Your local cinema might not appear in the Purpl search bar because only some main cinema chains are listed separately on Purpl. That does not mean it is unavailable. The Cinema Society is the main cinema voucher hub, so start there and search for your chosen cinema after clicking through.
Before buying, check the cinema, ticket type, expiry date, redemption method, access information and refund rules. The Price Guarantee gives extra reassurance if the direct cinema ticket would have been cheaper, but it has specific rules and exclusions.
Cinema should not feel out of reach because of cost. If you are a Purpl member, check The Cinema Society before booking your next trip to see what savings may be available.
Georgina is the Founder of Purpl, a disability discount platform created to help disabled people and people with long term health conditions save money on everyday costs. After becoming disabled herself, Georgina saw how expensive life with a disability can be, from transport and energy use to food, clothing, mobility aids and days out.
Purpl exists to make savings easier to find, easier to use and more relevant to the real lives of disabled people across the UK.
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