Commemorative opportunities

Information on commemorative opportunities with the Greensand Trust coming soon.

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Stories on the Greensand: Lazy Jack

Lazy Jack is a Story on the Greensand set in Rushmere Country Park 200 years ago when it was open heathland grazed with sheep and cattle.
Greensand Country is recruiting!

Our partner Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity is leading on recruitment of three key roles to support completion of the The Greensand Country Landscape Partnership programme.
National Lottery Fund boost ensures our survival

A grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s Heritage Emergency Fund will help ensure the Trust survives and is able to continue playing a leading role in the sector in the local area.
Stories on the Greensand: The Bat and the Basket

Maulden Woods is home to lots of creatures which we rarely see because they are mainly active at night. One of those nocturnal animals is the bat - the main character of this Story on the Greensand.

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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 café, visitor centre and events.
Tree Tops Cafe

The cafe is currently CLOSED - but we do have hatches at both entrances offering a takeaway service with social distancing queuing in place.
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, 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!
Parking at Rushmere

Please park at Rushmere main entrance Linslade Road OPEN 9am - 8pm daily. Limited parking available at Stockgrove entrance.
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.
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.
Bike Pass DAY Ticket

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