BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine 2 For 1 Gardens card and guide returns for 2026
Thursday 02 April 2026
BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine has unveiled the return of its hugely popular 2 for 1 Gardens card and guide for 2026, giving readers affordable access to over 360 gardens with exclusive 2 for 1 entry offers, on sale from the 2nd April.
Available with the May 2026 issue of BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine, the guide and card allow visitors to enjoy 2 for 1 entry when accompanied by a full paying visitor. The card is valid until 24th March 2027, giving gardening enthusiasts and day-trippers alike a full year to explore some of the most stunning horticultural destinations the UK and Ireland have to offer.
Garden lovers can enjoy significant price reductions throughout the year with this promotion, with savings of up to £38.50 in a single garden visit. In addition, 166 gardens offer a single visitor discount of up to 50%, making these visits an affordable way to explore the beautiful outdoors.
This year, as well as 14 brand new gardens included in the offer, visitors can choose from over 90 National Trust and National Trust for Scotland locations, 13 English Heritage Gardens and lots of other landmark destinations. These include some of the UK and Ireland’s most iconic gardens: Haddon Hall in Derbyshire (save £29.50), Leeds Castle (save £38.50), The Alnwick Garden (save up to £19), and Hidcote (save up to £19).
The 2 for 1 Gardens app is also returning this year with a refreshed user experience. New features include a new interactive map and more advanced filter options, making it easier than ever for visitors to plan their perfect days out. The upgraded digital guide allows users to tailor their searches to suit their needs, from accessibility requirements and dog-friendly locations to single visitor discounts and more. The app is free for anyone to download and now also allows users to purchase their digital card directly, making it quicker and easier to plan and book.
“We’re incredibly proud to bring back our 2-for-1 Gardens Entry promotion for 2026, giving our readers even more opportunities to explore and enjoy beautiful outdoor spaces across the UK and Ireland. With over 360 gardens included this year, alongside additional savings for solo guests, it’s all about making inspiring days out more achievable and affordable. Whether you’re discovering somewhere new or revisiting a favourite, the card and guide are designed to help people make the most of every visit while enjoying fantastic value along the way.”
Kevin Smith, Content Director, BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine
The issue retails at £9.99 and will be on sale from 2nd April in all major retailers nationwide. It will include:
- 2 for 1 guide and card
- 30% off tickets to Gardeners’ World Live
- Special plant offer from Thompson and Morgan- 24 perennials collection worth £33.96 and £5 off your next order
- Single visitor discount of up to 50% valid at 167 gardens
Immediate celebrates two wins at the Publisher Podcast Awards
Immediate, home to trusted brands people love, took home two awards at the Publisher Podcast Awards (Wednesday 8 July).
Read more
Radio Times launches first major brand advertising campaign in 20 years
Radio Times, the UK’s leading entertainment brand, has launched its first major above-the-line campaign focused on changing perceptions of the brand in nearly two decades, with a TV Ad that will run on ITVX for the next six weeks.
Read more
National Magazine Day 2026 launches to help every child discover the joy of reading
A joyful, inclusive campaign supporting the National Year of Reading 2026, delivering 60,000 magazines through community partners and a UK‑wide school giveaway - putting reading directly into children’s hands from food banks to classrooms.
Read more