How you could get free entry to RHS Wisley this spring

Zoe Gater

Do you have a gardening-related name? From 2 April to 31 May 2026, RHS Wisley invites you to enjoy a FREE visit to its Surrey garden.

If you have a name ‘rooted’ in gardening, don’t miss the chance to visit RHS Garden Wisley for free throughout April and May 2026.

Whether your name is Rose, Daisy, Violet, Sage, or Willow, or you have a surname such as Potts, Bloom, Gardener, or Grass, show your ID upon entry and enjoy the seasonal delights without spending a penny.

Gardening-related names have a long history in the UK, often reflecting traditional occupations, local landscapes and plants that shaped everyday life.

According to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics, nature-inspired names are more popular than ever in the UK, reflecting a cultural affinity for nature and gardening, with classical botanical names such as Lily, Ivy and Poppy all in the top ten baby name lists.

With so many of these names still flourishing in today’s baby name charts, RHS Garden Wisley is celebrating the long-standing connection between people and gardening, inviting those with gardening names to enjoy a free visit for a limited time.

Plus, spring is a great time to explore the garden, with more than 100,000 tulips waiting to wow you; beautiful blossoms across Battleston Hill; and early colour in the mixed borders too.

And if you’re looking to keep the kids occupied this Easter, take part in the Who’s Framed the Easter Bunny Trail or enjoy a year-round stroll with The Wind in the Willows Trail – which brings Kenneth Grahame’s classic characters into the garden for a fun and interactive adventure.

For more information, visit the RHS website.

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