The village of Stokeford

The maps indicate several significant changes in Stokeford village during a period of 80 years.

Overall, it is noticeable that the the number of houses increased dramatically, while the lands for agricultural purposes vanished.

In 1930, there were a few houses on both sides of the only road which ran through the middle of the village of Stokeford.

By 2010, the local shops had disappeared and only the Post Office remained.

(*) The two areas of farmland to the north-east and south-west of the village were converted into residential areas.

 Over the same period, more streets were built, leading off the main road to give access to additional housing.

Housing was also extended along the main road.

In addition, the local primary school opposite the Post Office was enlarged with 2 new blocks.

Gardens formed the centre of the village in 1930, but by 2010 more houses had been built on this site and the large house within the grounds was extended to become a retirement home.