The two maps illustrate the significant transformations in the layout of a grange park between 1920 and its present-day design.
Overall, the grange park has seen extensive modernization and become more of a residential area, with new entertainment-focused facilities replacing older ones.
In 1920, the grange park had a simple layout with lots of green spaces such as Rose gardens and a pond for water plants. Rose gardens were located in three different parts of the park: the northern, eastern, and western sides. Additionally, seats were placed in every corner, especially near the Rose gardens and main entrances, one to Arnold Avenue and the second to the Eldon Street. In the western part, there was a stage for musicians, and it was placed in front of the fountain that was located in the midst of the layout. The last striking feature is that there was a glasshouse, which stood at the southeastern tip of the area.
Today, the grange park has undergone noticeable development. Two separate Rose gardens, top right and bottom left, have been consolidated into a single central garden, but the one at the top left remains unchanged. The old fountain has been knocked down to make way for this new garden. The stage for musicians has been transformed into a large amphitheatre for concerts, and takes a place near the Rose garden in the northwest part. The glasshouse has been demolished to introduce a new water feature that is reminiscent of an ornamental pond. The old pond for water plants has been turned into a children’s play area and next to this, where the Rose garden used to be, a new cafe has been constructed. Finally, an underground entrance has been introduced in the east of the park.
