Sculptures by renowned sculptor Walter Bailey are being used to attract attention to a Surrey landscape.

The Countryside Agency is unveiling the works by Bailey on Tuesday on the roadside near Surrey Hills, to underline the unique character and special landscape value of the area.

The area links together a chain of varied upland landscapes including the North Downs, traditionally a day trip destination for south east Londoners.

It is hugely popular with visitors. It includes within its borders famous beauty spots as Box Hill and the Devil's Punch Bowl.

Much of the downland crest is owned by conservation bodies including the National Trust.

New roadside markers will also be placed along key sites in conjunction with the sculptures.

Covering an area of 419 square kilometres, Surrey Hills was designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1956.

There are 41 such areas in the UK and the main aim is to conserve and enhance the natural beauty of the landscape.

"The Surrey Hills needs to be a living and working landscape, which everyone can enjoy; one which offers real opportunities for rural businesses and communities," said Duncan Mackay, of the Countryside Agency.