Commemorative opportunities

Information on commemorative opportunities with the Greensand Trust coming soon.

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Heathland art workshop

Join us for a morning 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 Walk Full of Stories

Magical family event! Join a guided walk with professional local story teller Jane Lambourne to the secret story glade, a one off chance to access hidden areas of beautiful Maulden Wood. Follow clues to find the storyteller and hear tales of characters in the woods.
Heron Watch 2019

Our visitors love to view the herons nesting at the park each Spring, clearly visible from the Deck. We're raising funds to look after our binoculars and telescope, kindly donated by Opticron, so you can get a closer look, as well as our in-nest cameras which feed images directly from the nests to our TV screens in the Visitor Centre. Help us help you make the most of Heron Watch 2019!
Greensand Country Festival 2019

Following the success of the first Greensand Country Festival last year, the Greensand Country Landscape Partnership has an even bigger and better programme of events for May 2019. The Festival is a celebration of Greensand Country - get out and explore the distinct and beautiful countryside on your doorstep.

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. **Summer opening hours 8.30am - 8pm daily**
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