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  • Bike Activity Supervisor

    Bike Activity Supervisor

    We're recruiting a casual Bike Activity Supervisor to manage the day-to-day operation of the cycling trails and jump areas at The Greensand Trust sites. Read more

  • 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

  • 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

  • Oak Wood Sculpture Trail

    Oak Wood Sculpture Trail

    The Oak Wood Sculpture Trail is an extension to the existing Sculpture Trail, aiming to encourage wider exploration in the north-west of Rushmere Country Park and includes sculptures of heathland creatures. Read more

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What We Did Winter 2022

What We Did Winter 2022

We acquired the Clophill Lakes site where we planted thousands of trees, a beaver was spotted and a busy toad crossing was discovered. The Youth Ranger scheme was completed, Heron Watch returned and we had a spate of storms to contend with. Read more

Published: 11th May, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

What We Did Autumn 2021

What We Did Autumn 2021

Basket weaving, nest boxes, a new link for Flitton and Greenfield, a woodland networking event on deer management and 19 species of dragonfly - just some of The Trust's work in autumn 2021. Read more

Published: 23rd February, 2022

Updated: 11th May, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

What We Did Summer 2021

What We Did Summer 2021

Summer 2021 saw the return of events including networking and skills workshops, a litter pick in the River Ouzel, a new cohort of Youth Rangers and a celebration event for our volunteers at Clophill Lakes. Read more

Published: 23rd February, 2022

Updated: 11th May, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Tree Tops Restaurant

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. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 6th May, 2022

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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

Published: 28th September, 2021

Updated: 3rd May, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

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

Published: 16th March, 2021

Updated: 20th April, 2022

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Location: Rushmere Country Park, Linslade Road, Heath and Reach, LU7 0EB

Virtual Tour of Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve

Virtual Tour of Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve

While the Clophill Lakes site remains CLOSED to the public during its development phase, let members of our team take you on a virtual tour of the site setting out our plans for it when it opens. Read more

Published: 23rd March, 2022

Updated: 19th April, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Horse riding

Horse riding

Horse riding trails at Rushmere are OPEN. Aspley Woods horse trails are also OPEN. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 19th April, 2022

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Aspley Woods

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. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 1st April, 2022

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Location: Longlade Lane, Leighton

Parking at Rushmere

Parking at Rushmere

Changes to parking - pay before you leave the car park by app or payment machines. Main entrance OPEN 9am - 8pm. The Stockgrove entrance opens by 9.30am. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 1st April, 2022

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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: 1st April, 2022

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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: 1st April, 2022

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  • Summer Fayre & Fun Dog Show 2022

    Summer Fayre & Fun Dog Show 2022

    We're delighted to see the return of our annual fundraising Summer Fayre and Fun Dog Show (in partnership with RCSPCA) - join the fun and games for all the family out on the meadow.

  • Mindful Drawing at Rushmere

    Mindful Drawing at Rushmere

    Join our Ranger Jen for a morning engaging in mindful drawing at the Stockgrove end of Rushmere Country Park.

  • Mindful Drawing at Maulden Heath

    Mindful Drawing at Maulden Heath

    Join our Ranger Jen for a morning engaging in mindful drawing at Maulden Heath, an area within Maulden Wood of grassland, dry lichen heath and conifer plantation where heathland is now being created.

  • Mindful Drawing at Stanbridge Meadows

    Mindful Drawing at Stanbridge Meadows

    Join our Ranger Jen for a morning engaging in mindful drawing at our County Wildlife Site Stanbridge Meadows in Leighton Buzzard.

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  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Tree Tops Restaurant

    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.

  • Cycling

    Cycling

    Cyclists are welcome at Rushmere Country Park and Aspley 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.

  • Parking at Rushmere

    Parking at Rushmere

    Changes to parking - pay before you leave the car park by app or payment machines. Main entrance OPEN 9am - 8pm. The Stockgrove entrance opens by 9.30am.

  • Bike Pass DAY Ticket

    Bike Pass DAY Ticket

  • 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

    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.

  • Aspley Bike Pass

    Aspley Bike Pass

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