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Looking for a verified Merlin Cinemas disability discount? Purpl members can save up to 40% on Merlin Cinemas tickets and snacks through The Cinema Society, helping disabled people, people with long term health conditions, and parents and carers enjoy a cinema trip for less. Merlin Cinemas is an independent UK cinema group with local picture houses across England, Scotland and Wales. Its cinemas show the latest film releases, family favourites and selected special events, often in traditional town-centre or seaside venues. Through Purpl, members can access discounted cinema vouchers, making it easier to enjoy films with friends, family or carers without paying full ticket prices.
Check voucher expiry dates, ticket restrictions and any booking fees before purchasing. If you have previously used The Cinema Society you will need to contact our team to get your account switched to Purpl.
Fancy a trip to the cinema without paying full price? Merlin Cinemas has picture houses across the UK, from traditional cinemas full of character to larger venues showing the latest blockbusters, family favourites and special screenings.
You'll find Merlin Cinemas in places including Cornwall, Devon, Somerset, Norfolk, North Yorkshire, Wales and Scotland.
Through Purpl and The Cinema Society, you can save on cinema tickets for yourself, friends and family. It's a great way to make a family film outing or an evening at the cinema a little more affordable.
The Cinema Society also offers discounted tickets for other cinema chains, including ODEON and Vue, giving you more choice when planning your next film night.
Purpl Tip:
Check the voucher details before buying, as savings vary depending on the cinema and ticket type, and some special screenings may be excluded.
The Cinema Society offers a price guarantee on eligible cinema tickets.
If you find the same ticket cheaper when booking directly with the cinema, The Cinema Society will refund the difference plus an additional 10%, subject to its terms.
To make a claim, you'll need your Cinema Society order number, voucher details and evidence of the cinema's direct ticket price for the same film, date, time and venue.
This gives Purpl members an additional way to check they're getting good value when buying cinema vouchers.
Merlin Cinemas offers several accessibility services to help disabled visitors enjoy a trip to the cinema.
Wheelchair access: Many locations have wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets, although not every screen is accessible. At some older cinemas, wheelchair spaces must be reserved directly through the box office.
Subtitled screenings: Selected films have captioned screenings for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.
Relaxed and autism-friendly screenings: Selected cinemas offer quieter screenings with reduced sound, low lighting and no trailers or adverts. These can be helpful for autistic visitors and people with sensory sensitivities.
Free companion tickets: Merlin Cinemas participates in the CEA Card scheme, which provides a complimentary ticket for an accompanying person at eligible screenings.
Accessibility arrangements vary between cinemas, so check your chosen venue before booking, particularly if you need wheelchair access or a companion seat.
Find your Merlin cinema and check its facilities
Merlin Cinemas contact: Contact your local cinema
Cinema Society support: Contact The Cinema Society
Booking fees: Merlin Cinemas charges booking fees for online and telephone ticket purchases. Charges vary by venue.
Refunds and exchanges: Merlin Cinemas generally treats purchased tickets as non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Check your cinema's booking conditions before confirming.
Voucher problems: If your Cinema Society voucher hasn't arrived or isn't working, contact The Cinema Society rather than the cinema directly.
A trip to the cinema is a lovely way to spend time with friends and family, but ticket prices and refreshments can quickly add up. At Purpl, we want disabled people and their families to enjoy more of the things they love without always paying full price. Through The Cinema Society, Purpl members can save on Merlin Cinemas tickets, making a film night or family outing more affordable.
Reviewed by: The Purpl Team | October 2026