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Find out what's currently open

Rushmere Country Park is fully open - from 1st April new opening time 8am-8pm Read more

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Autumn trail and forest crowns (SEND Event)

Family event for SEND children (and siblings) only! Join us for an autumn trail at your own pace followed by arts and crafts in the Ark Glade.
Autumnal Delights and Frights

Take a walk in Maulden Wood searching for autumn colours and materials to be used in our monster mask craft activity. Tickets £3 per child.
Comprehensive Land and Visitor Management Services

We're dedicated to delivering comprehensive land and visitor management solutions tailored to the needs of our clients. Whether you require assistance with land management, visitor management, project development or site management planning, our experienced team is here to support you every step of the way.
What We Did Spring 2023

Swift assemblies delivered to schools, tackling Himalayan balsam, our first grasshopper warbler and wheatear spotted at Clophill, a bumper crop of orchids and a new look for our Rushmere cafe with direct access to the viewing deck.

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.
Find Rushmere Country Park

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

Cyclists are welcome at Rushmere Country Park and Woburn 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 Cafe NOW OPEN 8am-6pm

Our Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck open daily for breakfast, lunches, drinks and snacks - delicious food with an amazing view! You can also hire it for your own event!
Parking at Rushmere

Pay for parking before you leave by app (use our free WiFi) at our two payment machines or in the visitor centre when open.
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.
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.
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.
Status and governance

Established in 1999, The Greensand Trust is a registered charity, No. 1077055, and non-profit making company limited by guarantee. Registered in England No. 3702419

Clophill Lakes Appeal

Donations made to this appeal will be matched by The Peter Smith Charitable Trust so donate now! Please help us ensure we can protect and establish new nature reserve Clophill Lakes as a high quality haven for nature. Read more

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