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  • Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve

    Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve

    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

  • Seasonal Catering Assistants

    Seasonal Catering Assistants

    We are currently recruiting Seasonal Catering Assistants to work at The Tree Tops Restaurant and The Hatch takeaway during our busier periods - weekends and school holidays. Read more

  • Heathland re-creation at Rushmere

    Heathland re-creation at Rushmere

    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

  • Greensand Champions

    Greensand Champions

    Greensand Champions - recognising young people who have done something amazing for the Greensand Country environment. Read more

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Our story

Our story

The Greensand Trust is an independent environmental charity that works with local communities and landowners to conserve and enhance the distinctive landscape, wildlife and history of the Greensand Ridge and wider area, improving access, understanding and enjoyment for the benefit of everyone. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 17th May, 2023

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Toilets

Toilets

Toilets facilities at both entrances OPEN from park opening to 6pm. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 16th May, 2023

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Disabled access

Disabled access

Disabled Parking available in the main car park and also limited spaces at the Stockgrove entrance. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 16th May, 2023

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About Rushmere Country Park

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. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 16th May, 2023

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Cleaner - Rushmere Country Park

Cleaner - Rushmere Country Park

We are seeking Part-Time Cleaners to join our Visitor Facilities Team at Rushmere Country Park in Bedfordshire. Read more

Published: 12th May, 2023

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Tree Tops Restaurant NOW OPEN 8am-6pm

Tree Tops Restaurant NOW OPEN 8am-6pm

Our Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck open daily 8am-6pm from April for breakfast, lunches, drinks and snacks - delicious food with an amazing view! You can also hire it for your own event! Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 4th April, 2023

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Volunteering opportunities

Volunteering opportunities

As a charity we rely on the help of an army of volunteers to carry out our valuable conservation work and to run our sites - get involved! Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 29th March, 2023

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Parking at Rushmere

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. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 29th March, 2023

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The Deck

The Deck

The Deck is OPEN daily providing outdoor seating for dining customers of the Tree Tops Cafe only - and during the Spring months its home to Heron Watch! Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 29th March, 2023

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Self Led Organised Event or Activity Request

Self Led Organised Event or Activity Request

All organised and self-led activities need to be agreed with the Greensand Trust. Activities such as professional dog walking services, training courses, competitions and workshops will need to be registered with us and a fee agreed along with the required insurances and risk assessments. We need to check that your activity is in keeping with the protection of the site, its sensitivities and the safety of other users. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 10th March, 2023

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Filming Opportunities

Filming Opportunities

Film, video or photography companies looking for a fantastic location with a mixture of hilly woods, heathland and lakes need look no further than Rushmere Country Park. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 10th March, 2023

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Rushmere Outdoor Spaces for Hire

Rushmere Outdoor Spaces for Hire

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

Published: 22nd February, 2017

Updated: 10th March, 2023

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  • Marvellous Meadows Guided Walk

    Marvellous Meadows Guided Walk

    Join the Greensand Trust’s ecologist and education officer for a gentle meander through flower rich grasslands within Maulden Wood. An opportunity to take a close up look at wild flowers in the meadows and discover some of the fascinating pollinating insects that they depend on.

  • Clophill Lakes Update - June 2023

    Clophill Lakes Update - June 2023

    As the season moves towards summer the site is teeming with wildlife including orchids, sand martins, swifts, swallows and the endangered grasshopper warbler. Dogs on lead please to protect ground nesting birds!

  • Clophill Lakes Update - May 2023

    Clophill Lakes Update - May 2023

    Now that Spring has finally arrived, we are seeing far more wildlife. Summer migrant birds are starting to arrive to the site – listen out and you might hear the distinctive sound of the cuckoo!

  • Clophill Lakes Update - April 2023

    Clophill Lakes Update - April 2023

    Tree works have continued around Clophill Lakes to improve the viewpoints and support wildlife and we're now taking applications for our Youth Rangers scheme starting in the area in the autumn.

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  • General map of site

    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

    Find Rushmere Country Park

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

  • About Rushmere Country Park

    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

    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 NOW OPEN 8am-6pm

    Tree Tops Restaurant NOW OPEN 8am-6pm

    Our Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck open daily 8am-6pm from April for breakfast, lunches, drinks and snacks - delicious food with an amazing view! You can also hire it for your own event!

  • Parking at Rushmere

    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

    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

    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

    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

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Clophill Lakes Appeal

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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Published: 28th September, 2021

Updated: 29th March, 2023

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

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