An English Heritage blue plaque has been unveiled to mark the work of Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown. It can be found at Wilderness House, Hampton Court Palace, his home from 1764 when he was appointed chief gardener at the palace, until his death in 1783.
Capability Brown was the leading landscape gardener of his age and his legacy can be seen today in many parks and gardens across the country.
He is credited with designing over 120 landscapes and demonstrated a flair for creating idyllic, pastoral scenes that complemented some of England’s grandest country houses.
Dr Susan Skedd, head of the blue plaques team at English Heritage, said: “Capability Brown was one of the most prolific and influential landscape gardeners of all time. “From Blenheim to Chatsworth, he left his mark on some of the country’s most wonderful landscapes and revolutionised the way we look at and engage with gardens.”
Source: Landscape Juice – Work of Capability Brown Recognised with Blue Plaque
