The provided maps illustrate the significant alterations that have taken place at Beechwood Farm between 1950 and the present day. Overall, the farm has undergone a considerable transformation from a predominantly agricultural site to a diversified enterprise, incorporating tourism and commercial facilities, while also expanding its internal road network. The most striking changes include the disappearance of sheep farming and the introduction of various amenities for visitors. In 1950, Beechwood Farm was characterized by distinct agricultural zones, with a large area dedicated to sheep pasture in the northeast, fruit trees and soft fruits cultivated in the west, and vegetables grown in the central-western part. A river formed the southern and western boundary, while a main road ran along the northwestern edge. Crucially, a network of tracks connected the fields to the farmhouse and barn, located near the chicken enclosure in the southeast. Today, while the farmhouse, barn, and chicken area remain in their original positions, and the cultivation of fruit trees, soft fruits, and vegetables largely persists, the extensive sheep pasture has completely vanished. The land formerly occupied by sheep is now re-purposed for several new facilities. A camping field with a few tents and a large area of solar panels have been introduced in the northern section, accompanied by a dedicated parking lot. Additionally, three holiday cottages have been constructed in the eastern part of the farm, also serviced by a new parking space. To accommodate these changes, a comprehensive road system has been developed, replacing the earlier tracks. This new road connects the main thoroughfare to a newly built farm shop in the west, and then extends further into the farm, providing access to the camping field, solar panels, and holiday cottages, alongside the original farmhouse and barn.
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