Greensand Festival
The Greensand Country Festival will take place across the landscape, from Leighton Buzzard to Gamlingay, throughout May.
The festival is a celebration of the distinct, beautiful and loved Greensand Country, and helps to encourage those living within the area to get out and explore the outstanding countryside on their doorstep. The festival showcases a diverse and exciting programme of events and activities, with something to suit every age and interest.
ARE YOU HOSTING AN EVENT FOR MAY DAY, DURING HALF-TERM OR AT ANY POINT THROUGHOUT THE GREENSAND COUNTRY FESTIVAL? If you’re a charter member, simply login and add your event in less than one minute. If you’re not already signed up as a charter member, please email daniel@greensandcountry.com
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Clophill Lakes Rubbing Trail
Tuesday 21st April 2026
- Wednesday 30th September 2026
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Greensand Ridge Walk: Leighton Buzzard & Rushmere Walk (6.5 miles)
Saturday 2nd May 2026
09:30 - 13:30
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Flower and Plant ID for Beginners
Saturday 9th May 2026
09:30 - 11:00
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Leighton-Linslade Carnival Ambassador Selection Disco
Sunday 10th May 2026
16:30 - 18:00
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Greensand Ridge Walk: Woburn & Eversholt Circular Walk (6.25 miles)
Sunday 17th May 2026
09:30 - 13:30
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Dressing the Tudor Court
Saturday 30th May 2026
14:00 - 16:30
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Greensand Ridge Walk: Clophill’s Ancient Roots Circular Walk (3 miles)
Sunday 31st May 2026
10:00 - 12:00
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‘What’s growing in this field’?
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GCLP Presents: The Greensand Country Soundscape – a new commission by Oliver Payne (Artist, Sound Designer & Musician)
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Tour the Mill
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Children’s Trail
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Living History Trail
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Sands of Time Trail
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Shefford Community Market – 10th October 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 11th April 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 11th July 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 12th December 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 12th September 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 13th June 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 14th March 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 14th November 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 8th August 2026
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Shefford Community Market – 9th May 2026
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Shefford Community Market – February 2026
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Shefford Community Market – January 2026
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Take a “Bubble Ride” with Sustrans
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Willow Tree Distillery Tours
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Willow Tree Gin-Making Courses