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Autumn in the Woods (SEND)

We've teamed up again with Central Bedfordshire Council to offer autumn activities Ark Glade for whole family groups with children with special educational needs only.
Feed the Birds 2022

A whole day of family-friendly fun at the end of the Half Term holidays. Come and learn more about our feathered friends and how we can help them thrive. Free to attend - don’t forget your binoculars!
Clophill Lakes Update - September 2022

Much work has been carried out on the Clophill Lakes site as we're working to get it opened next year - here's an Update on our progress so far.
Never visited Rushmere Country Park?

If you’ve never visited Rushmere Country Park we're keen to know why this is and we're inviting responses to a short questionnaire.

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20th Anniversary Cycle Ride

On Friday 6th September 2019 Greensand Trust Director of Development Jon Balaam cycled the length of the Greensand Ridge (and back) to mark the 20th Anniversary of the Greensand Trust raising funds to buy ancient Kings Wood.
Commemorative Tree Sponsorship

You may have noticed the avenue of trees that line our entrance drive? These trees are available for sponsoring as a commemorative opportunity for a loved one.
Tree Sponsorship

You can sponsor one of the avenue of trees that line our entrance drive at Rushmere Country Park - a perfect way to commemorate a loved one.

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 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

Changes to parking - pay before you leave the car park by app or payment machines. Main entrance OPEN 9am - 7pm. 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

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 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.
Aspley Woods

Mainly conifer plantation woodland with some areas of semi-ancient natural woodland, subject of a public access agreement between landowners and local councils where we manage horse riding and cycling.