Rushmere Mountain Bike Trails

Rushmere mountain bike trails are based in Rushmere Park In Leighton Buzzard in Bedfordshire. There is a mountain bike XC trail, downhill tracks, and a pump track. The terrain is wooded, with a sandy soil base. Important to note you need a permit to ride here.

It's also close by to Woburn Bike Park.

The Ridge Riders Cross Country Trail

• The 6km singletrack is a mix of purpose-built and natural features. It is graded blue with red sections. You need a permit to ride.

Downhill Tracks

• There are multiple blue, red, and black-graded downhill trails. Sandy-based technical descents with drops, berms, and jumps.

Jump Area

• Progressive jumps for experienced riders, but all features are now unavailable until further notice.

Pump Track

• There is also a pump track with rollers, berms, and jumps (no specialist cycle pass required) .

Family Trail

• The Family Cycle Trail starts next to the visitor centre and follows blue-marker posts through woodland. Free to use (no specialist cycle pass required) and aimed at younger riders and beginners. The loop links into the nearby pump track for additional fun

Permit

• You need a permit to ride here purchased online. Details here. Please note purchase of a Greensand Cycle Pass does not include the parking fee.

Other Stuff

• You can access a trail map here
• Opened in July 2011. CTC’s Ian Warby designed and helped Greensand staff and volunteers to build the trails.
• Please note our Ridge Riders Cross Country trail and Jump Area are aimed at more experienced mountain bikers and are not suitable for younger inexperienced riders.

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