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  1. About us
  2. Our team and governance
  3. Board Of Trustees

Trustees

The Greensand Trust is governed by a board of trustees, who are volunteers. Our trustees oversee the Trust’s direction, policies, key strategies, overall budget, staffing levels and how our performance is measured.

Our Patron - Peter Smith MBE

Our Patron - Peter Smith MBE

We are so incredibly proud to see our co-founder, patron and former chairman honoured by Her Majesty for Services to Wildlife and Conservation in Bedfordshire in the Queen's Birthday Honours 2021. Congratulations Peter Smith MBE. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 1st July, 2022

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Trustee – Simon Collier

Trustee – Simon Collier

The newest addition to our Board of Trustees is Simon Collier. Read more

Published: 20th August, 2021

Updated: 1st September, 2021

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

Trustee - Gillie Sharp

Trustee - Gillie Sharp

Gillie Sharp was appointed as a Trustee in 2005. A resident of Clophill, Gillie is now happily retired after a working life in the voluntary sector. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 17th August, 2021

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Chairman - Steven Smith

Chairman - Steven Smith

Steven Smith, a founding member of The Greensand Trust, became our Chairman in May 2021 following his 22 years of service as a Trustee. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 21st May, 2021

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Trustee - Sonnie Wing

Trustee - Sonnie Wing

Sonnie Wing was appointed as a Trustee in 2015. Bedfordshire ‘born and bred’ having grown up in the village of Tebworth he attended local schools and currently lives in Westoning. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 26th May, 2017

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Trustee - Sally Hunt

Trustee - Sally Hunt

Sally Hunt was appointed in 2007. A resident of Hockliffe, Watergate Farm is a traditional family farm which has been farmed by four generations of the Hunt family since 1924. Read more

Published: 20th February, 2017

Updated: 26th 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

    Tree Tops Restaurant

    Our Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck open daily for breakfast, lunches, drinks and cake with table service only. You can also hire it for your own event!

  • 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 - 5pm. The Stockgrove entrance opens by 9.30am.

  • 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: 11th January, 2023

Author: Carolyn Londer-Ward

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Charity number: 1077055 Company limited by guarantee. Registered in England: 3702419

Registered address: The Greensand Trust, The Working Woodlands Centre, Maulden Wood, Haynes West End, Bedfordshire, MK45 3UZ

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