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Find out what owls eat!

Half Term event for children aged 8+ with the Bedforshire Natural History Society and The Greensand Trust. Nature Discovery Morning where you'll find out what owls eat by dissecting their pellets! See the tiny bones and insect exoskeletons under the microscope. Also hold animal skulls, mummies and antlers.
Haynes Green Infrastructure Plan

Calling on residents of Haynes village - please take part in our short survey to help us prioritise environmental projects in Haynes as part of the Neighbourhood Plan.
Festive Fairy Trail 2018

Our ever popular Festive Fairy Trail returns to the park for the festive season with our specially sculptured woodland fairies back on site - with a few new additions - for all to enjoy. Using the trail sheet follow the map and clues to answer the questions and hang your fairy ribbon wish on our wish tree – let’s hope it comes true!
Basic Tree Survey and Inspection

Your chance to gain a recognised LANTRA qualification with this one day course. You'll be taught how to recognise a hazardous tree, determine the level of risk and decide how to deal with it.

Engagement and understanding
Protecting what's there
Planning for the future
Education, Learning and Events

The Greensand Trust has a dedicated education team working to develop and deliver a range of educational and awareness-raising projects.
Strategic objectives

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

Rushmere Country Park

Rushmere Country Park is a great place to discover nature and enjoy outdoor leisure pursuits. Come and view herons nesting in Spring from our outdoor café terrace, discover fairy doors and the Giant’s Chair along our Sculpture Trail, walk the dog, bring your bike – we’ve something for everyone.
About Rushmere Country Park

Rushmere Country Park is a great place to discover nature and enjoy outdoor leisure pursuits.
Tree Tops Cafe

Come and enjoy refreshments from local suppliers of quality produce at the Tree Tops Cafe with stunning views over Heron Valley. Open daily from 10am - 4pm.
Greensand Ridge map

Our area is full of great places to visit and things to do and see. Whether you would like to try mountain biking or just want to walk the dog you'll find it all here.
Parking Pass
Sculpture Trail

Ideal for families all year round is our very popular Sculpture Trail, an access for all path accessed from the car park outside the Visitor Centre. Find the fairy doors, play on our wooden sculptures and – a real must – have a photo taken in the Giant’s Chair!
Dog walking

Responsible dog owners are welcome to walk their dogs at designated areas within the park - both on and off the lead - and we have a dedicated dog walking area.
Parking at Rushmere

Save money on car parking by buying an annual Greensand Trust Pass - all proceeds support the running of the park. Gift Aid your purchase and you can help us even more!
General maps of site

Find your way around our wonderful 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows for you to enjoy.
Bike Pass DAY Ticket