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
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
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
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
Disabled Parking available in the main car park and also limited spaces at the Stockgrove entrance. Read more
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
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
Duck End is a small local reserve near the village of Maulden, just 1ha in size, with ponds, meadow and woodland. Read more
Sandy Smith Nature Reserve lies on the floodplain and northern slopes of the Flit Valley between Clophill and Chicksands. Read more
Our Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck open daily from 10am to 4pm for breakfast, lunches, drinks and cake with table service only. Read more
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
This is our volunteer area for those who give up their time to help us. Read more
Greensand Champions - recognising young people who have done something amazing for the Greensand Country environment. Read more
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
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
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