Purple Place - June offers
02 Jun 2026
Purple Place is your exclusive platform for colleague Reward, Benefits and Recognition.
This June on Purple Place, we’re focusing on colleague wellbeing. Below are just some of the benefits and resources available to help support your mental, physical and financial health.
Corporate Memberships – gym & swim for less
Better Health Corporate Memberships provide University colleagues with access to gym, swim and fitness classes at Sugden Sports Centre, Manchester Aquatics Centre and other Manchester locations, for just £24 a month, paid directly via your payslip.
Get on your bike with Cycle to Work
The University’s Cycle to Work scheme allows colleagues to apply for a voucher up to £5000 to redeem against a bike, accessories and clothing. Pay direct via your salary to make tax savings of 28%-47% and spread the cost over 12 or 18 months.
The Wellbeing Centre
The Wellbeing Centre on Purple Place is a free resource, packed full of tasty recipes, fitness workouts, mindfulness exercises and budgeting advice. Check out their weekly highlights for tips to boost your mental, physical and financial wellbeing.
Health Cash Plans
Health cash plans make it easy for you and your family to get the healthcare you need, and claim back the costs of dental check-ups, eye-tests, physio and more. Talk to a 24/7 GP and benefit from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your family’s health and wellbeing.
Explore our two health cash plan providers:
Bupa Private Health Insurance
University colleagues can benefit from exclusive rates on Bupa private health insurance through Eduhealth. Pay a monthly or annual premium and your Bupa Private Health Insurance will help you get back to health following illness or injury. Eduhealth offers two options – each with its own level of cover.
Staying Well in 2026
The Staying Well campaign encourages you to take a mid-year pause and reflect on your wellbeing, supported by a range of free activities throughout June. The programme includes fitness opportunities, outdoor initiatives, wellbeing workshops and free health checks. The aim of the campaign is to help colleagues build positive habits, improve wellbeing, and stay connected within the University community.
Pocket Savvy Power Hour webinar
When: Thursday 11 June, 11:00 – 12:00 (online)
Join David Eaton from the Reward Team and money savvy colleague Paul Marks-Jones for a lively, practical session packed with easy wins and real-life tips. From summer savings and affordable days out to making the most of your colleague benefits, you’ll pick up simple habits to help your money go further.
Share your money saving tips and questions ahead of the webinar and you could win a goody bag! The winner will be announced during the webinar –