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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

  • Kings Wood and Rushmere

    Kings Wood and Rushmere

    The 150ha National Nature Reserve (NNR) includes a large area of Rushmere Country Park and parts of Kings Wood that are owned by The Greensand Trust, Beds Wildlife Trust, Central Bedfordshire Council and Tarmac Cement & Lime Ltd. Read more

  • Stanbridge Meadows

    Stanbridge Meadows

    Stanbridge Meadows, owned by The Greensand Trust, has been identified as a County Wildlife Site for its species-rich grassland. Read more

  • Maulden Heath

    Maulden Heath

    Maulden Heath lies within Maulden Wood and consists of grassland, dry lichen heath and conifer plantation - we are creating and maintaining the heathland. Read more

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  • Kings Wood and Rushmere
  • Stanbridge Meadows
  • Maulden Heath
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Nature reserves

Environmental conservation is at the heart of what we do and these are the sites we own or lease where we're working hard to protect and enhance the wildlife found there.

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: 28th September, 2022

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Duck End

Duck End

Duck End is a small local reserve near the village of Maulden, just 1ha in size, with ponds, meadow and woodland. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 17th August, 2022

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Location: Moor Lane, Maulden

Sandy Smith

Sandy Smith

Sandy Smith Nature Reserve lies on the floodplain and northern slopes of the Flit Valley between Clophill and Chicksands. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 17th August, 2022

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Kings Wood and Rushmere

Kings Wood and Rushmere

The 150ha National Nature Reserve (NNR) includes a large area of Rushmere Country Park and parts of Kings Wood that are owned by The Greensand Trust, Beds Wildlife Trust, Central Bedfordshire Council and Tarmac Cement & Lime Ltd. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 12th February, 2021

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Maulden Heath

Maulden Heath

Maulden Heath lies within Maulden Wood and consists of grassland, dry lichen heath and conifer plantation - we are creating and maintaining the heathland. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 3rd June, 2020

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Sandhouse Lane

Sandhouse Lane

The Greensand Trust manages this small former sand quarry near Heath and Reach on behalf of the owners Tarmac Cement & Lime Ltd. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 30th May, 2017

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Location: Sandhouse Lane, Heath & Reach, LU7 9RG

Stanbridge Meadows

Stanbridge Meadows

Stanbridge Meadows, owned by The Greensand Trust, has been identified as a County Wildlife Site for its species-rich grassland. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 23rd May, 2017

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  • May Day Walk in the Woods

    May Day Walk in the Woods

    Join us for a mellow May Day walk in Maulden Wood to visit some of its beautiful trees and search for spring flowers.

  • Greensand Ridge Gateway Feature comes to Leighton Linslade

    Greensand Ridge Gateway Feature comes to Leighton Linslade

    A long-awaited Gateway feature is coming to Leighton Buzzard town centre, marking its special location as one of two start/finish points to the Greensand Ridge, a popular walking, trail running and cycling route within Greensand Country.

  • Greensand Trust seeks Youth Rangers for new scheme starting this autumn

    Greensand Trust seeks Youth Rangers for new scheme starting this autumn

    The Greensand Trust is looking for young people aged 13-18 to take part in its popular Youth Ranger Scheme coming this autumn based in the Clophill/ Maulden area of Central Bedfordshire.

  • Xplorer Challenge at Rushmere

    Xplorer Challenge at Rushmere

    This Easter free family event. No booking required - just turn up (final admission at 12.45pm).

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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 OPEN 8am-6pm from April

    Tree Tops Restaurant OPEN 8am-6pm from April

    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.

  • 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

  • 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.

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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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