Purple Place - your August benefits update
01 Aug 2025
Purple Place is your exclusive platform for colleague Reward, Benefits and Recognition.
Green Travel
Throughout August we’re championing greener choices and highlighting the eco-friendly travel options available to members of colleagues at the University. From cycling schemes to electric vehicles and sustainable commuting, there are a range of ways to reduce your carbon footprint and save money in the process.
Smarter travel with Salary Sacrifice
Explore the top ways to travel smarter:
- Cycle to Work – Save 28–47% on bikes and accessories through salary. Tax and NI savings on bikes up to £5,000.
- EV Scheme – Lease a fully electric vehicle with tax-efficient payments via Tusker. Includes insurance, maintenance and breakdown cover.
- Season Ticket Loans – Spread the cost of annual train or tram passes interest-free. Available for Northern Rail and Bee Network travel. (Subject to affordability checks.)
Campus travel perks
- Over 4,000 secure cycle parking spaces and showers on campus.
- Active Travel events – Join breakfasts and community rides, and more!
Discount & Savings highlights – Offers to benefit you and the environment
- Save 20% off planting a tree with treedom
- Save 25% off your first fruit & veg order with Oddbox
- Earn 15% cashback with sustainable fashion from Joanie
Enhanced offers are limited time only, check back weekly to see the latest deals.
Ecards
Has someone shown you support or joined you on a project journey? Take some time out to recognise a colleague with a selection of ecards. It only takes a moment to say thank-you and put a smile on someone’s face.