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Affordable healthcare for you

Only £15.50* per person, per month

  • No age limits.
  • Everyone is accepted (all UK residents).
  • No quotes, and no excess to pay.
  • No medical questionnaires
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Affordable healthcare services

We're not-for-profit and proud of it. What really makes us different is that we're run for our members, and everything we do is for our member community.

It's time to join the 870,000+ people already enjoying affordable private healthcare.

Here for our members, not profit

We're on a mission to make healthcare accessible to all, with affordable private healthcare services.

Only £15.50*

per person,
per month

From day 1
24/7 GP Helpline
24/7 GP Helpline
24/7 Mental Health Helpline
24/7 Mental Health Helpline
Care Planning and Social Care Advice
Care Planning and Social Care Advice
Additional Benefits
Additional Benefits
After 6 months
Cancer Support
Cancer Support
Mental Health Support
Mental Health Support
Medical Diagnostics
Medical Diagnostics
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
After 6 or 24 months

6 months

Surgical Treatment
Surgical Treatment
Surgical Treatment
England, Scotland and Wales

24 months

Surgical Treatment
Surgical Treatment
Surgical Treatment
Northern Ireland

Surgical Treatment timescales may differ for existing members. Limits and exclusions apply.

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More from your membership

From day one:

  • Discounted membership at over 3,700 gyms. Save up to 25%.
  • Great savings at Vision Express.
  • Wellbeing Hub - access nutritional recipes and online programmes including sleep and mindfulness.
  • Fitness classes live and on demand including pilates, combat fitness and seated exercises.
  • Discount on over 4,000 Virgin Experiences. Save up 20%.
  • Up to 10% off Apple tech.
More member benefits

 

Terms and conditions apply.

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How our healthcare works

We complement the NHS

We don’t replicate some of the major services provided by the NHS such as joint replacements, brain, heart or cancer treatment.

Access Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment when NHS wait times are too long

For some services we'll ask for a NHS referral and are subject to NHS wait times.

Services are provided on a discretionary basis

To keep our costs low, we review what we offer from time to time to make sure we can provide the best member care, regardless of age and pre-existing medical condition.

We're not a health insurance provider

There are some limits and exclusions to know about. Download your guide to learn more about what’s included and how to access our services.

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"Excellent service from start to finish. They were always there for support if I needed advice. I would highly recommend Benenden Health."

Jane - Joined 2021

"I have been a member of Benenden Health for over 20 years and have had to use their services on several occasions and have always been very satisfied with the service and speed of treatment I have received."

James - Joined 2001

"For people who cannot afford private healthcare from the big multi-national companies, Benenden Health is affordable, prompt at letting you know if they can help and in my humble opinion 10/10. I would recommend if you can afford a Benenden Health membership."

David - Joined 2021

 

Hospital locations for treatment and surgery

We have a network of facilities providing members with access to surgical treatment. This network includes our own Benenden Hospital located in Kent.

Find your nearest hospital

Health and wellbeing tips to your inbox

If you're not yet a Benenden Health member, sign up to our newsletter for helpful advice including:

  • Health and wellbeing tips
  • Nutritional tips
  • How our healthcare can support you through your daily life
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Your healthcare services

With a Benenden Health membership, you'll benefit from a range of healthcare services.
Anyone can join+, and there are no quotes or health questionnaires to complete. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age and medical history.

Join the 870,000+ people already enjoying affordable private healthcare.

Only £15.50*

per person,
per month

From day 1

After 6 months

After 6 or 24 months

Request private surgical treatment when there's a wait above our NHS wait time threshold, for approved procedures in our treatment network.

Timescales may differ for existing members in Northern Ireland.

How our healthcare services work

We complement the NHS

We don't replicate some of the major services provided by the NHS such as joint replacements, brain, heart or cancer treatment.

Access Diagnosis and Surgical Treatment when NHS wait times are too long

For some services we'll ask for a NHS referral and are subject to NHS wait times.

Services are provided on a discretionary basis

To keep our costs low, we review what we offer from time to time to make sure we can provide the best member care, regardless of age and pre-existing medical condition.

We're not a health insurance provider

There are some limits and exclusions to know about. Download your guide to learn more about what’s included and how to access our services.

Download your guide View important documents
Your guide to Benenden Health

Health and wellbeing tips to your inbox

If you're not yet a Benenden Health member, sign up to our newsletter for helpful advice including:

  • Health and wellbeing tips
  • Nutritional tips
  • How our healthcare can support you through your daily life
Sign up to our newsletter
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Your Benenden Health App

When you become a member you can enjoy all your membership benefits on the go.

  • Book a telephone or video appointment with a GP in just a few clicks.
  • Access the 24/7 Mental Health Helpline.
  • Explore the Wellbeing Hub for videos, articles and classes for mental wellbeing, fitness and nutritional health.
  • Access your rewards and discounts.
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Your guide to Benenden Health

Download your guide to Benenden Healthcare explaining all the healthcare services we provide - what's included, any exclusions and how you can access them. 

Download your guide

Insurance Product Information Document (IPID)

A summary of what's included and what's not included in your membership.

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How Benenden Health works

We're not for profit and proud if it. So no shareholders, we put the needs of our members at the heart of everything we do. 

Our discretionary model

We work on a discretionary basis, which means that the Board decides which services are provided and what's available in each service. The exception is for tuberculosis treatment, which we offer on an insured basis.

Our rulebook

We operate according to our rulebook, which contains the Benenden Healthcare Society Limited's memorandum and rules.

Rulebook

 

Join us today 

Get a £30 Lifestyle e-gift card when you join and add another person to your membership at the same time. 

Choose vouchers from over 200 of the UK's best-loved brands. Why not treat yourself to a delicious meal, or spend your e-gift card on the latest in beauty, home or entertainment?

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**Terms and conditions

  • £30 Lifestyle E-gift card when you join and add another person to your membership at the same time.

  • A valid email address must be supplied at the point of join, or the Lifestyle E-gift card cannot be supplied.

  • All joiners, including additional members added, must remain with the Society at the point the E-gift card is emailed.

  • Offer applies to prime members only. Nominees are not eligible for Lifestyle E-gift card.

  • Lifestyle E-gift card will be sent by email within 60 days of joining Benenden Health.

  • No alternative to this promotion will be offered.

  • This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, unless specifically stated.

  • Offer subject to availability. We reserve the right to withdraw or change this reward at any time.

  • Offer ends at 23:59 on 31st March 2025.

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* From 1 April 2025, the cost of membership will increase from £15.50 to £15.85 per person, per month or £190.20 if paying annually. The cost and benefits of membership are reviewed on a regular basis, and you'll be notified of any change in advance.

Limits and exclusions apply. Fee is reviewed periodically. + UK residents only (excludes Isle of Man and Channel Islands).

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