These two maps present the modifications that have been implemented in the centre of a town since 1700.
Firstly
, two shops and eleven houses have been constructed on the south side, in place of the fields, but the area covered remained approximately the same. Linking Words
Also
, a supermarket was placed there, and it is right next to the wide road that was created and the new roundabout, which is located on the High Street.
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Secondly
, now there is a car park and a large number of buildings in the northern part. They were built in place of the Goode Farm, which was removed, but the size of the field covered remained unchanged.
At the same time, in place of the Steggle Farm, the Steggle Road was constructed, cutting through the same ground from the field on the northwestern side. In that field, a public park has been created.
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Overall
, the centre of the town underwent a number of striking alterations, including the construction of new buildings and the creation of new roads.Linking Words