Public art & sculpture · East of England
Capability Brown Column
In or near Upper Gravenhurst.
Capability Brown Column — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
Michael Garlick — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Flitwick · 5.9 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Capability Brown Column is a public art located in england-london, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
Photo gallery
Official information
Wrest Park features a stunning 19th-century mansion designed in the style of a French chateau, surrounded by beautifully restored gardens that showcase over 300 years of garden design. Visitors can explore formal gardens, the Long Water, and various architectural features, including a Chinese Bridge and a Bath House.
Place summary
The Capability Brown Column is a public art installation located in London. It commemorates the landscape architect Lancelot "Capability" Brown, known for his influential work in 18th-century English garden design. The column serves as a tribute to his legacy in shaping the English landscape.
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- Coordinates
- 52.0031, -0.4085
- District
- Central Bedfordshire
- Parish
- Silsoe
- Postcode
- MK45 4HP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Mid Bedfordshire
- Nearest railway station
- Flitwick — 5.9 km
- Opening
- Daily 10am–5pm; last entry at 4pm
- Official site
- www.english-heritage.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/1429029835 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Capability Brown Column?
- Capability Brown Column is in London, United Kingdom (postcode MK45 4HP), in the parish of Silsoe.
- What is Capability Brown Column?
- Capability Brown Column — a public art in england-london, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Capability Brown Column?
- The nearest railway station is Flitwick, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can use postcode MK45 4HP.
- Is Capability Brown Column free to visit?
- Yes, Capability Brown Column is free to enter.
- How do I get to Capability Brown Column?
- The nearest railway station is Flitwick, about 5.9 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode MK45 4HP.