THE work of a designer who changed the landscape for gardens and grounds across England is being celebrated at an exhibition in Dorset.

2016 marks the 300th anniversary of 18th century landscape architect Lancelot 'Capability' Brown and a range of events are being held throughout the country as part of the Capability Brown Festival.

Milton Abbey, in Milton Abbas, near Blandford, is one of 14 regional hubs for the festival, and is displaying a range of artworks, paintings, photography, film and an interactive experience about the work of Brown, who is often dubbed the Shakespeare of gardening, until August 21.

The designer was said to have created a style which shaped the quintessential English countryside, designing country estates and mansions, moving hills and making flowing lakes and serpentine rivers, including work at Sherborne Castle and Highcliffe Castle.

Michael McAvoy, one of the event's organisers, said: "This will be a wonderful opportunity for people to enjoy the outstanding landscape of Milton Abbey, rated among the top ten Brown projects in England.

"The exhibition will bring together over 150 images of Brown’s work in film, photography, paintings and embroidery. In addition there will be activities for children, such as interactive games and painting. There will also be specially designed walks."

The exhibition marks the first ever celebration of Brown's extensive works and includes a new film featuring John Phibbs, the leading expert on Brown, and stunning artwork by Royal Academician Stephen Farthing and artist and author Tim Scott-Bolton.

It is open to the public from 10am to 5pm until August 21. To find out more, visit capabilitybrownatmiltonabbey.org.