Lancelot 'Capability' Brown (1716-1783)
Brown, who created the wonderful landscapes of many of England's great estates, was born at Kirkharle in Northumberland. He earned his nickname from his habit of describing the potential for landscaping parks as capabilities, rather than opportunites. You can admire his incredible talent at historic houses and gardens throughout England.
Places to visit
Admire the superb work of Sir John Vanbrugh, engaged to remodel the exterior of the house in the 1750's and then marvel at the talent of Robert Adam as you explore the rooms inside. Step outside and soak up the vistas of the park landscaped by 'Capability' Brown from around 1760, adorned with monuments and temples.
Wander through the splendidly furnished rooms of this magnificent mansion, ancestral home of the Constable family for over 400 years, and admire the collections of Chippendale furniture, along with William Constable’s 18th century Cabinet of Curiosities which houses fossils, corals, scientific instrument and natural curiosities.
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