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  • Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve

    Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve

    During the current development stage the Clophill Lakes site is strictly CLOSED to the general public for safety and to protect the ecology of the site. Read more

  • Heathland re-creation at Rushmere

    Heathland re-creation at Rushmere

    At Rushmere Country Park we are working hard to reintroduce natural habitats for the benefit of flora, fauna and wildlife, re-creating rare endangered heathland at Lord's Hill, Shire Oak Heath and Oak Wood. Read more

  • Oak Wood Sculpture Trail

    Oak Wood Sculpture Trail

    The Oak Wood Sculpture Trail is an extension to the existing Sculpture Trail, aiming to encourage wider exploration in the north-west of Rushmere Country Park and includes sculptures of heathland creatures. Read more

  • Tree Health and Biosecurity Workshop

    Tree Health and Biosecurity Workshop

    We were fortunate to have speakers from the Forestry Commission’s Tree Health Team here at The Working Woodlands Centre last week for a very well attended workshop on tree health and biosecurity aimed at those working within the forestry sector. Read more

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Disabled access

Disabled access

Disabled Parking available in the main car park and also limited spaces at the Stockgrove entrance. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 19th August, 2022

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About Rushmere Country Park

About Rushmere Country Park

A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy - a fabulous site for walking, cycling, horse riding and wildlife with restaurant, takeaway, visitor centre and events. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 19th August, 2022

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Follow the Countryside Code

Follow the Countryside Code

If you enjoy spending time outdoors in the countryside green spaces we look after, we need your help to help us keep them safe and enjoyable by following the Countryside Code. Read more

Published: 29th July, 2022

Updated: 17th August, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Duck End

Duck End

Duck End is a small local reserve near the village of Maulden, just 1ha in size, with ponds, meadow and woodland. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 17th August, 2022

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Location: Moor Lane, Maulden

Sandy Smith

Sandy Smith

Sandy Smith Nature Reserve lies on the floodplain and northern slopes of the Flit Valley between Clophill and Chicksands. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 17th August, 2022

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Tree Tops Restaurant

Tree Tops Restaurant

Our Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck open daily from 10am to 4pm for breakfast, lunches, drinks and cake with table service only. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 12th August, 2022

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What We Did Spring 2022

What We Did Spring 2022

We announced this year's Greensand Champions, there was much partnership working for the environment in Bedfordshire, plus lots of news on progress at Clophill Lakes, busy volunteers and our first large event since the pandemic. Read more

Published: 12th August, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Volunteer hub

Volunteer hub

This is our volunteer area for those who give up their time to help us. Read more

Published: 14th June, 2022

Updated: 29th July, 2022

Author: George Norton

Greensand Champions

Greensand Champions

Greensand Champions - recognising young people who have done something amazing for the Greensand Country environment. Read more

Published: 9th October, 2020

Updated: 27th July, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Cycling

Cycling

Cyclists are welcome at Rushmere Country Park and Aspley Woods. Free access via public rights of way plus specialist cross country and downhill trails for use with the purchase of a Greensand Cycling Pass. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 26th July, 2022

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Rushmere Outdoor Spaces for Hire

Rushmere Outdoor Spaces for Hire

Rushmere has a number of outdoor spaces available for hire by groups and commercial organisations - all proceeds support our conservation work here at the park. Read more

Published: 22nd February, 2017

Updated: 26th July, 2022

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Rushmere Indoor Spaces for Hire

Rushmere Indoor Spaces for Hire

Rushmere Country Park offers several indoor spaces for hire by the hour - all proceeds support the park. Please contact us to see if we are currently taking bookings. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 26th July, 2022

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  • What We Did Spring 2022

    What We Did Spring 2022

    We announced this year's Greensand Champions, there was much partnership working for the environment in Bedfordshire, plus lots of news on progress at Clophill Lakes, busy volunteers and our first large event since the pandemic.

  • Follow the Countryside Code

    Follow the Countryside Code

    If you enjoy spending time outdoors in the countryside green spaces we look after, we need your help to help us keep them safe and enjoyable by following the Countryside Code.

  • Rushmere Country Park awarded prestigious Green Flag Award for third year

    Rushmere Country Park awarded prestigious Green Flag Award for third year

    In a record-breaking year Rushmere Country Park is raising its prestigious Green Flag Award for the third consecutive year.

  • Greensand Country Western Parkland Guided Walk

    Greensand Country Western Parkland Guided Walk

    As part of the Bedfordshire Walking Festival, join us for a free walk along the route of the ‘Western Parkland Trail’, exploring the local area of Aspley Guise and the influence of historic parklands on the local landscape. 

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  • Find Rushmere Country Park

    Find Rushmere Country Park

    Main entrance located in Linslade Road, Heath and Reach, Beds LU7 0EB

  • General map of site

    General map of site

    Find your way around Rushmere Country Park's 400 acres of stunning woodland, heathland and meadows for all ages to enjoy.

  • About Rushmere Country Park

    About Rushmere Country Park

    A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy - a fabulous site for walking, cycling, horse riding and wildlife with restaurant, takeaway, visitor centre and events.

  • Cycling

    Cycling

    Cyclists are welcome at Rushmere Country Park and Aspley Woods. Free access via public rights of way plus specialist cross country and downhill trails for use with the purchase of a Greensand Cycling Pass.

  • Tree Tops Restaurant

    Tree Tops Restaurant

    Our Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck open daily from 10am to 4pm for breakfast, lunches, drinks and cake with table service only.

  • Parking at Rushmere

    Parking at Rushmere

    Changes to parking - pay before you leave the car park by app or payment machines. Main entrance OPEN 9am - 8pm. The Stockgrove entrance opens by 9.30am.

  • Greensand Country map

    Greensand Country is full of great places to visit and things to do and see. Whether you want to go mountain biking or walk the dog you'll find it all here.

  • Dog walking

    Dog walking

    Responsible dog owners are welcome at Rushmere Country Park within designated areas - both on and off the lead. For everyone's safety dog walkers must abide by our on/off lead rules and pick up after their dog.

  • Ampthill Park

    Ampthill Park

    Ampthill Park has a bit of everything - tremendous views from The Greensand Ridge, a fascinating heritage from Henry VIII to Capability Brown, and a diverse collection of flora and fauna. Working closely with Ampthill Town Council, The Greensand Trust helps manage Ampthill Park and other sites around Ampthill.

  • Sculpture Trail

    Sculpture Trail

    Ideal for families all year round, an access for all path starting from outside the Visitor Centre - find fairy doors, wooden sculptures and have a photo taken in the Giant’s Chair!

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