Greensand Country

11/05/2026

This summer come and walk the Greensand Ridge Walk with our friends Greensand Trust

This year marks the 40th anniversary of the walk. To find out more and to book on then visit

https://www.greensandtrust.org/Pages/Events/Category/whats-on

03/05/2026

Would you like to get out in nature and find out more about your local area with a friendly bunch of people this year?

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the Greensand Ridge Walk. It’s a 42-mile route that follows the top of the Greensand Ridge, from Gamlingay to Leighton Buzzard.

The Greensand Trust have planned a series of guided walks to celebrate this significant anniversary. These 8 walks range between 3 and 9 miles which take place between May and early September. Led by a member of The Greensand Trust with support from their trusty volunteers there is something for beginners who would like to try a relatively short walk, to confident walkers who prefer a longer stretch.

The 42 mile walk was drawn up in the 1970s to enable local communities to discover more about the wildlife and history of the area. It also aimed to connect valued countryside sites the wider footpath network, linking to other points of interest across the Greensand Ridge.

Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire County Councils worked together with Rambling groups to identify a route, working with local landowners to plan viewing areas and install signage. By October 1986, the route was in place, and formally opened in Woburn Abbey.

It is a great way to discover just how special Greensand Country is. Depending on which walk you choose you may explore open heathland, rich ancient woodlands, historic parklands and sandstone buildings
with friendly and likeminded people.

The £10 fee raises funds for The Greensand Trust charity, and includes coach travel for any of the non
circular walks.

To find out more please visit our website

https://www.greensandtrust.org/.../Events/Category/whats-on

28/04/2026

Come and join us on a walk to discover the Greensand Ridge. Tickets are selling fast, get yours here: https://www.greensandtrust.org/Pages/Events/Category/whats-on

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the Greensand Ridge Walk. It’s a 42-mile route that follows the top of the Greensand Ridge, from Gamlingay to Leighton Buzzard.

The Greensand Trust have planned a series of guided walks to celebrate this significant anniversary. These 8 walks range between 3 and 9 miles which take place between May and early September. Led by a member of The Greensand Trust with support from their trusty volunteers there is something for beginners who would like to try a relatively short walk, to confident walkers who prefer a longer stretch.

The 42 mile walk was drawn up in the 1970s to enable local communities to discover more about the wildlife and history of the area. It also aimed to connect valued countryside sites the wider footpath network, linking to other points of interest across the Greensand Ridge.

Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire County Councils worked together with Rambling groups to identify a route, working with local landowners to plan viewing areas and install signage. By October 1986, the route was in place, and formally opened in Woburn Abbey.

It is a great way to discover just how special Greensand Country is. Depending on which walk you choose you may explore open heathland, rich ancient woodlands, historic parklands and sandstone buildings
with friendly and likeminded people.

The £10 fee raises funds for The Greensand Trust charity, and includes coach travel for any of the non
circular walks.

To find out more please visit our website

https://www.greensandtrust.org/Pages/Events/Category/whats-on

28/04/2026

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the Greensand Ridge Walk. It’s a 42-mile route that follows the top of the Greensand Ridge, from Gamlingay to Leighton Buzzard.

The Greensand Trust have planned a series of guided walks to celebrate this significant anniversary. These 8 walks range between 3 and 9 miles which take place between May and early September. Led by a member of The Greensand Trust with support from their trusty volunteers there is something for beginners who would like to try a relatively short walk, to confident walkers who prefer a longer stretch.

The 42 mile walk was drawn up in the 1970s to enable local communities to discover more about the wildlife and history of the area. It also aimed to connect valued countryside sites the wider footpath network, linking to other points of interest across the Greensand Ridge.

Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire County Councils worked together with Rambling groups to identify a route, working with local landowners to plan viewing areas and install signage. By October 1986, the route was in place, and formally opened in Woburn Abbey.

It is a great way to discover just how special Greensand Country is. Depending on which walk you choose you may explore open heathland, rich ancient woodlands, historic parklands and sandstone buildings
with friendly and likeminded people.

The £10 fee raises funds for The Greensand Trust charity, and includes coach travel for any of the non
circular walks.

To find out more please visit our website

https://www.greensandtrust.org/Pages/Events/Category/whats-on

14/04/2026

Our Spring-Summer programme of walks is now live! This year we are celebrating the 40th anniversary of the with a series of walks from 3-9 miles.

It's the perfect way to discover Bedfordshire's premier walking route, in an easy, accessible, and interesting way. If you're familiar with the route our new circular walks will mean you'll explore somewhere new too.

Get your tickets here: https://www.greensandtrust.org/Pages/Events/Category/whats-on

19/03/2026

Introducing “Oh Deer” – A new short film by The Greensand Trust.

“Oh Deer” is a short film by The Greensand Trust designed to spread awareness and understanding of the impact of wild deer on woodland.

At just over 3 minutes long, we hope that this short film will help to explain the sometimes-tricky message around deer management.

Working with artist and animator Rachael Presky allowed us to create a compelling and engaging piece of art to help convey this message in an accessible way.

This campaign closely aligns with the recent DEFRA publication regarding the management of deer impacts across England, published 20th February 2026.

This project has received £7427 from the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund administered by Central Bedfordshire Council via Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation.

We welcome use of the video by any organisation who would benefit from it.

To view the video visit

https://www.greensandtrust.org/oh-deer.

28/11/2025

Showcasing the great habitats of

22/10/2025

🍁🍂There is so much going on in this autumn. We've got everything from hedge laying courses to craft activities and guided walks.

It's all available in our hand event diary, check it out here https://www.greensandcountry.com/experience?interestedin=whats-on

22/09/2025

A great way to support The Greensand Trust’s fundraising, with some great prizes from all across

03/09/2025

Did you know the Lloyd's Tour of Britain is coming to tomorrow? The route will include sections of the Greensand Cycleway.

You can cycle this route too, head to our interactive map to discover cycling routes all across Greensand Country. https://www.greensandcountry.com/explore/cycle/