We're in the midst of a biodiversity crisis, with species populations declining at a worrying rate. Here at Rushmere, and across Greensand Country, we're seeking to create more and larger habitats, improve their quality and connect them together to help nature recover. Read more
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 - recognising young people who have done something amazing for the Greensand Country environment. Read more
The Maulden Dormouse Project aims to support the work of the volunteers monitoring the re-introduction of hazel dormice to Maulden Wood and to raise awareness of the dormice among local communities and landowners. Read more
The projects we're involved in are wide and varied and involve us largely working in partnership with other organisations - here are our current and past projects.
Oh Deer! is a short film produced by artist and animator Rachael Presky, as part of a project to raise awareness of the impact of deer on the woodlands of the Greensand Ridge in Bedfordshire. Read more
Are you aged between 13-18years? Join our Youth Ranger scheme in September to develop new skills and gain practical experience. Read more
Leighton-Linslade's River Ouzel is being transformed from an unattractive and overgrown watercourse to a treasured asset providing a beautiful green wildlife corridor through the heart of the town for local people to enjoy. Read more
Recent new funding has supported the redevelopment of The Sand Museum website to enable us to find out more about Leighton Buzzard, its history and the people of our past with the new Sands of Time Trail to discover. Read more
Reconnecting with our past is seeking to restore key elements of the historic landscape of Rushmere, both in terms of features and views, in a way that is complementary to the existing use as a Country Park and its biodiversity value. Read more