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Wedding Showcase

Looking for a unique woodland venue to provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding celebration or party? Come to our Wedding Showcase evening to see what Rushmere Country Park has to offer and how we can work with you to make your celebration dreams come true.
Starry Night art workshop

Join us for an adult art workshop at the park run by professional artist and tutor Jay Nolan-Latchford from Reasons to be Cheerful in Leighton Buzzard. Suitable for everyone from beginners to experienced painters, Jay offers step by step guidance to develop your skills in a relaxed atmosphere, whilst raising funds for the park.
Woodland Crafts Day

Come to a celebration of traditional and contemporary woodland crafts - watch experts or have a go yourself! As part of National Coppice Week 2019 we'll have demonstrations of traditional woodland crafts - free to attend, just turn up!
Tree Tops Talk: Fascinating Fungi

Always an autumn favourite, our volunteer Tony Harding will help you increase your understanding of this neglected but absorbing wonder of the natural world in this Tree Top Talk.

Apply to volunteer

Anyone can volunteer. It doesn’t matter what your skills, experience or background are, or how much time you have to give.
About our volunteers

Volunteers are at the heart of everything we do and it is our ambition to make sure anyone who gives their time to us feels valued, understood and proud to be part of The Greensand Trust.
What our volunteers say

We believe volunteering for us brings lots of benefits to those who take part but you don't have to take our word for it - here's a selection of comments from some of our regular volunteers.
Why we need volunteers

Join our team of volunteers and help us to improve the environment for the benefit of all.

Rushmere Country Park

Rushmere Country Park is a great place to discover nature and enjoy outdoor leisure pursuits. Come and view herons nesting in Spring from our outdoor café terrace, discover fairy doors and the Giant’s Chair along our Sculpture Trail, walk the dog, bring your bike – we’ve something for everyone.
About Rushmere Country Park

Rushmere Country Park is a great place to discover nature and enjoy outdoor leisure pursuits. **October opening hours 8.30am - 7.30pm daily until 27 October**
Tree Tops Cafe

Come and enjoy refreshments from local suppliers of quality produce at the Tree Tops Cafe with stunning views over Heron Valley. Open daily from 10am - 4pm.
Greensand Ridge map

Our area is full of great places to visit and things to do and see. Whether you would like to try mountain biking or just want to walk the dog you'll find it all here.
Parking Pass
Sculpture Trail

Ideal for families all year round is our very popular Sculpture Trail, an access for all path accessed from the car park outside the Visitor Centre. Find the fairy doors, play on our wooden sculptures and – a real must – have a photo taken in the Giant’s Chair!
Parking at Rushmere

Save money on car parking by buying an annual Greensand Trust Pass - all proceeds support the running of the park. Gift Aid your purchase and you can help us even more!
Dog walking

Responsible dog owners are welcome to walk their dogs at designated areas within the park - both on and off the lead - and we have a dedicated dog walking area. For the safety of everyone please follow our rules regarding our on and off lead areas.
General map of site

Find your way around our wonderful 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows for you to enjoy.
Bike Pass DAY Ticket