Portsmouth Visitor Guide 2017 by Jenna Smith

Official Visitor Guide 2017

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WELCOME TO THE GREAT CITY HIGHLIGHTS

IN LOVE WITH THE SEA

ost to spectacular events, world-class attractions, a great cultural offer and fabulous places to stay, Portsmouth is the top destination choice on the south coast. This guide will help you make the most of your time in the city and uncover the hidden gems that make Portsmouth unique. While in the city, don’t miss the breathtaking panoramic views of Portsmouth and beyond from the top of the iconic Emirates Spinnaker Tower. Visit Gunwharf Quays to shop at over 90 premium designer outlets and eat at one of 30 cosmopolitan bars and restaurants. Explore Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, home to the finest maritime heritage in the world, including the Mary Rose, HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860 and HMS M.33 along with the National Museum of the Royal Navy. Southsea has something for everyone, from unique independent shops, boutiques and restaurants, to wide open spaces, lush green parks and seafront attractions. Portsmouth is a city of museums, where you can discover more about the city’s Sherlock Holmes connection, take in views of the Solent from the battlements of Henry VIII’s castle, visit the house where Charles Dickens was born, uncover the secrets of the D-Day Landings, and much more. With its narrow cobbled streets, historic fortifications, new cultural quarter, bustling Camber Dock, traditional pubs, restaurants, and local fish market, Old Portsmouth is the perfect place for a stroll.

As the UK’s only island city – home to great sailing, the Royal Navy and an unparalleled collection of maritime heritage – Portsmouth has always had a love affair with the sea. 2017 will see the first of the Royal Navy’s new class of aircraft carrier arrive at its new home in Portsmouth. At 280m, the HMS Queen Elizabeth is longer than the Houses of Parliament (265m). The ship’s arrival is planned for spring 2017. Further details will be on www.visitportsmouth.co.uk as soon as they are available. Land Rover BAR (Ben Ainslie Racing) are the British Challenger for the 2017 America’s Cup. Based in Portsmouth, Land Rover BAR have strengthened their position after recently winning the 2015/16 Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series. At the heart of the team base in Old Portsmouth is the Tech Deck and Education Centre, with hands-on interactive exhibits, enabling people to get close to the boats and technologies that allow the team to fly faster and sail smarter, and hopefully bring the America’s Cup home. The ‘Tech Deck’ welcomes schools and community groups, for details on how to book visit www.landroverbar.com Portsmouth is the perfect place to try your hand at sailing. The Portsmouth Watersports Centre offers a great range of sailing experiences for all abilities. If you are already an accomplished sailor, or just like checking out the visiting yachts and boats, make sure you visit our three marinas at Gunwharf Quays, Port Solent and Southsea.

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WATERFRONT CITY PHOTOGRAPHY Portsmouth City Council would like to thank all the photographers who kindly gave us permission to use their images in this publication. This photo of HMS Warrior 1860 was taken by Portsmouth City Council photography competition winner, Jake Davies. You can see more of Jakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work at www.jakedaviesphotography.co.uk

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STAY LONGER AND DISCOVER MORE ON A CITY BREAK Portsmouth is the perfect destination for a city break by the sea! It’s packed with great attractions, amazing events, engaging culture and a multitude of places to sleep, eat, drink and be merry!

DAY TWO

DAY ONE

SOUTHSEA CASTLE TUNNELS

EMIRATES SPINNAKER TOWER

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tart your break with a visit to the soaring Emirates Spinnaker Tower; 170 metres high with breathtaking views across the city and far beyond. Head back down to earth for some serious retail therapy at Gunwharf Quays, with over 90 designer outlet stores to choose from and great restaurants and brasseries for a sumptuous lunch right on the waterfront. Walk through Old Portsmouth along the Millennium Promenade and continue

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to Southsea Castle. Explore the castle’s keep, ramparts and tunnels, then visit the micro-brewery and treat yourself at the Waterfront Gifts shop and Courtyard Café. In the evening, head back into Southsea for dinner at one of the many independent restaurants, followed by a live gig or a walk along the waterfront to the Southsea Castle Champagne Bar, before heading back to your accommodation – after all that sea air you’ll be assured of a great night’s sleep.

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THE BRIDGE TAVERN

MARY ROSE MUSEUM

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ACTION STATIONS

DAY THREE

After breakfast, head off for a packed day at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Experience what life was like in the Royal Navy firsthand as you take a walk back in time on board HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860 and HMS M.33. Visit the Mary Rose, offering fabulous new views of the ship. Don’t forget to try your hand at naval skills in the interactive Action Stations and find out more about boat building at Boathouse No. 4. Wander into Old Portsmouth and relax with an early supper at one of the many pubs and bars including Abarbistro, the Bridge Tavern, Spice Island Inn and the Still and West. Finish your day on a wow with an evening show at one of the city’s two theatres before heading back to your accommodation.

DAY THREE Start your final day with a relaxing breakfast before heading off for your last taste of the city. Take in a tour of the harbour, get the adrenalin pumping with a rib ride on the Solent or head out to one of the amazing Solent Forts for a truly special lunch. Both Spitbank Fort and No Man’s Fort offer lunch packages with a difference! Take a boat from Gunwharf Quays and treat yourself to a fully luxurious experience while discovering the amazing story of these unusual and historic sea forts. Once back on land, enjoy a final few hours shopping at Gunwharf Quays or wandering through Old Portsmouth before heading home to plan your next visit!

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TOP TIPS Ask our Visitor Information Team for help with accommodation bookings or browse online at www.visitportsmouth.co.uk The all-inclusive Historic Dockyard tickets are valid for a year so perfect for your next visit! Southsea Castle Champagne Bar is open on Fridays, May to September.

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CAFÉ IN THE CLOUDS, EMIRATES SPINNAKER TOWER

SKY WALK, EMIRATES SPINNAKER TOWER

With so much to visit, this top ten will ensure you know what not to miss!

TEN TOP ATTRACTIONS EMIRATES SPINNAKER TOWER

tart your visit on a high at the top of Britain’s best viewing tower.

Begin on the ground floor and watch an animated film, discovering the personalities that make Portsmouth the Great Waterfront City it is today. Then take the lift 100 metres up to the viewing decks to explore one of the most fascinating sea and landscapes, spanning 23 miles and over 1,700 years of history. Delve into the secrets and stories within the view using our i-VIEW touchscreens and audio guides. Venture across the amazing glass Sky Walk, with virtually nothing between you and the waves below. Then head up to the Sky Deck – open to the elements and the energising sea breeze, it’s a real hair raising experience! www.spinnakertower.co.uk

GUNWHARF QUAYS PREMIUM OUTLET SHOPPING For lovers of shopping, dining and relaxing, Gunwharf Quays premium outlet shopping is the perfect destination. With more than 90 designer stores offering up to 60% off retail prices, this stunning waterside centre provides something for everyone. Along with designer shopping, the centre offers a cinema, bowling complex, casino and nightclub, plus over 30 restaurants, bars and coffee shops – with many providing al fresco dining overlooking the harbour. Leave time to explore the contemporary art gallery, or take a powerboat ride and enjoy the sights of the Solent Forts. Gunwharf Quays offers the ultimate waterside shopping and leisure experience. www.gunwharf-quays.com

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BOATHOUSE NO.4

HMS VICTORY

PORTSMOUTH HISTORIC DOCKYARD AND THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE ROYAL NAVY Home to world-class warships and attractions which showcase more than 800 years of naval history, a visit to the Historic Dockyard is an absolute must. Whether visitors have been to The Mary Rose before or not – they will be stunned by the new-look museum, with incredible views of Henry VIII’s ship from all nine galleries and the chance to meet the crew as the ship is brought to life with captivating new projections. Tudor life can be fully discovered with a treasure-trove of artefacts, nearly 500 years old, on display around the hull. Launching in February 2017 is the exciting exhibition ‘Women and the Royal Navy – from Pioneers to Professionals’. This charts the fascinating history of women working in the naval service and coincides with the centenary of the Women’s Royal Naval Service. It will be held in the The National Museum of the Royal Navy Portsmouth, where there is already so much of the navy’s history to explore. Visitors can unleash their inner ninja at the new Ninja Force assault course and discover what it takes to be a modernday Commando at Action Stations. Blockbuster exhibition ‘36 Hours: Jutland 1916, The Battle That Won The War’ puts people into the heart of the Battle of Jutland

HMS WARRIOR 1860

in 1916 with four immersive films, a rare collection of artefacts and personal stories. The Historic Dockyard is also home to worldfamous warships – Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory and Victorian powerhouse HMS Warrior 1860. Visitors will love the new journey on board HMS Victory, with 80% of the ship now accessible, and the impressive size, scale and story of Warrior which attracts thousands of people every year.

Boathouse No.4 Varpu Laakkonen Cafè in the Clouds, Emirates Spinnaker Tower Nathan Jones Sky Walk, Emirates Spinnaker Tower Stefan & Sara Venter www.upixphotography.com

HMS M.33 is a unique survivor of the Gallipoli Campaign of 1915. The warship, known as a ‘lucky ship’, sits in one of the dockyard’s ancient dry docks. Boathouse No.4’s ‘Forgotten Craft’ exhibition tells the story of heroic small naval craft, with family-fun interactive activities and the chance to climb the Mast and Rigging (a small fee applies). Sharing the boathouse’s cathedral-sized space are students working on historical and other small craft using traditional boatbuilding skills.

There’s also the very popular Harbour Tours, which take people out to sea and offer unrivalled views of Britain’s modern ships and historic buildings.

The waterbus service allows people to hop over to Gosport to experience the Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower, the Royal Navy Submarine Museum and HMS Alliance. www.historicdockyard.co.uk www.nmrn.org.uk

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DICKENS’ BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM

Charles Dickens was born in Portsmouth in 1812. You can learn more about the celebrated author of Oliver Twist, Nicholas Nickleby and many other novels by visiting the Charles Dickens’ Birthplace Museum. This small house in the heart of the city is where the great author’s life started and is a fascinating look into his humble beginnings. Open Friday to Sunday, April to September. www.charlesdickensbirthplace.co.uk

HENRY VIII’S SOUTHSEA CASTLE Southsea Castle was part of a series of fortifications built in 1544 by King Henry VIII to protect the country from invaders. This fascinating site is where the king watched his favourite warship, the Mary Rose, tragically capsize and sink in 1545. Explore the underground tunnels and castle keep, and take in the panoramic views from the ramparts across the Solent to the Isle of Wight. Enjoy a spot of lunch or a relaxing dinner at the castle’s Courtyard Café, treat yourself at the Waterfront Gifts shop, or visit the on-site micro brewery and buy some beer to take home. This free seafront attraction is open from March to October.

A TripAdvisor reviewer said this about Southsea Castle: “Beautiful Southsea Castle” Wonderful location, scene of the sinking of the Mary Rose ship in 1545, and it’s raising in 1982. Marvellous history and stupendous views of the Solent. A must visit place.

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OLD PORTSMOUTH

Take a walk along the Millennium Promenade and discover the historic fortifications at the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour, including the Square Tower – built in 1494 as part fortifications and as a home to the Governor of Portsmouth. The tower was converted to a gunpowder store in 1584 and restored to its present condition between 1979 and 1986. It is now host to a year-round programme of events. www.squaretower.co.uk

Visit the exciting new creative quarter Hotwalls Studios and eatery The Canteen, where the city’s historic fortifications have been transformed into thirteen working studios and a waterfront dining space.

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Take time to view Portsmouth’s Anglican Cathedral (St Thomas’) and the nearby Garrison Church, which has stood in Portsmouth for nearly 800 years serving as a medieval hospital, Tudor ammunition store and church for the forces since the 1580s. Although the nave was badly damaged in a 1941 fire-bomb raid on Portsmouth, the chancel remains roofed and furnished. www.portsmouthcathedral.org.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk

CHARLES DICKENS’ BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM

With free admission, Portsmouth Museum is a popular attraction for the whole family and a great introduction to the city of Portsmouth.

Discover how life in the city has changed from the 17th century to the present day. Explore the fabulous art and craft collections including ‘Made in Portsmouth’. Investigate ‘A Study in Sherlock’, the story of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s time in the city and the creation of his famous detective, Sherlock Holmes. www.portsmouthcitymuseums.co.uk

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ROYAL MARINES MUSEUM

Eastney Beam Engine House – an impressive Victorian building containing a pair of classic Bouton and Watt beam engines and pumps, restored to their original 1887 condition. www.portsmouthmuseums.co.uk St John’s Roman Catholic Cathedral – a fine example of 19th century French-gothic style architecture. www.portsmouthcatholiccathedral.org.uk St Agatha’s Church – the nave apse contains a magnificent sgraffito plaster mural, the work of Heywood Sumner, a friend and disciple of William Morris. www.stagathaschurch.co.uk Guided Walks – subjects include Spice Island, Highland Road Cemetery, Pubs of Old Portsmouth and the Nelson Trail. Tours of the city theatres are also available.

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Explore the fascinating history of the Royal Marines. Take a walk through history from 1664 and learn about the lives of the extraordinary people who have become Royal Marines. Follow a recruit through training and on to deployment around the world, then creep through the jungle, marvel at the medal collection and take a trip down memory lane in the World War Two home front kitchen. www.royalmarinesmuseum.co.uk

THE FORTS

Strategically positioned atop Portsdown Hill with panoramic views, Fort Nelson is home to the Royal Armouries national collection of artillery – the big guns! The museum’s displays trace the development of artillery from pre-gunpowder siege machines to modern-day super guns. Visitors can also access most areas of the fortifications and see how the fort would have operated.

www.royalarmouries.org Nearby Fort Purbrook and Fort Widley are activity centres offering diverse and accessible facilities. At Fort Widley, a new centre has been set up to display artefacts, reproduction exhibits and memorabilia from World War One.

D-DAY MUSEUM

PORTSMOUTH’S ANGLICAN CATHEDRAL

FORT NELSON

Britain’s only museum dedicated solely to covering all aspects of the D-Day landings in Normandy, France, on 6 June 1944. The centrepiece of this unique museum is the magnificent Overlord Embroidery; at 272 feet (83 metres) long the embroidery is the largest work of its kind in the world.

Excitingly the museum has been awarded Heritage Lottery Funding for the ‘Transforming the D-Day Museum’ project, starting in March 2017, with a planned re-opening of the new museum in Spring 2018.

The aim of the project is to establish the museum as the national centre that the scale and significance of the D-Day story deserves – with exhibitions that truly engage and excite audiences now and into the future – and to inspire interest in OPEN and a greater understanding JANUARY AND of what happened and why FEBRUARY D-Day is still relevant today.

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Henry VIII’s Southsea Castle Shaun Roster www.shaunroster.com

SOUTHSEA BEACH

BLUE REEF AQUARIUM

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outhsea seafront is one of the most popular areas in Portsmouth, with the beach stretching from Old Portsmouth to Eastney. Treat yourself to an ice-cream on the sunny promenade, looking out across the Solent – Europe’s busiest waterway. On any given day you can spot ferries, warships, liners, oil tankers and tall ships on the water. Southsea Common, adjacent to the beach, is a vast green open space ideal for kite flying, picnics and informal ball games.

BLUE REEF AQUARIUM Blue Reef is the perfect place for a family visit. Enjoy close encounters with graceful sharks and rays, stroll among the colourful inhabitants of a coral reef in a spectacular underwater tunnel, meet a family of adorable otters in their

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riverside home, and come face-to-face with some of the world’s most amazing amphibians, from deadly poison dart frogs to curious iguanas! In warm weather enjoy the Blue Reef Beach Club, with its sandy beach, rock pool, sandpit and outdoor splash play area. www.bluereefaquarium.co.uk

CANOE LAKE This fun, family spot is popular for crabbing, pedalos and picnics, with a model village and play park complete with a splash pool. A must on sunny days.

CUMBERLAND HOUSE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM Just by Canoe Lake is Cumberland House, Portsmouth’s natural history museum. Meet the resident iguanodon, find out about Portsmouth’s local wildlife including the observational beehive and explore the variety in the natural world in the A-Z of Natural History display. Free entry, open April to December. www.portsmouthnaturalhistory.co.uk

ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR! Further along the seafront you’ll find Clarence Pier, one of the largest amusement parks on the south coast, boasting a wide range of amusements, rides and activities for the whole family. Indulge the kids with a few wild rides or head indoors to Pirate Pete’s adventure play area. www.clarencepier.co.uk

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A TripAdvisor reviewer said this about Old Portsmouth: “Walk down memory lane” Plenty to see. In just a few minutes you can see so much history. The new Hotwalls studios are well worth a visit too.

HOTWALLS STUDIOS

STAY LONGER AND DISCOVER MORE ON A CULTURAL BREAK With great literary connections, centuries of history and a thriving cultural scene, the waterfront city is a great location for a relaxing cultural break.

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A STUDY IN SHERLOCK, PORTSMOUTH MUSEUM

BOURNEMOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, PORTSMOUTH GUILDHALL

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DAY ONE TOP TIPS Take time to check out one of the city’s other galleries during your visit, see page 20.

ROYAL GARRISON CHURCH

Time your visit to coincide with one of the city’s cultural festivals: Bookfest, Portsmouth Festivities and the Victorious Festival. Portsmouth Tourism Guiding Service offers a variety of themed guided walks, unveiling more of the city’s diverse cultural history. More of the Doyle collection can be viewed by arrangement at Portsmouth History Centre, or online at www.conandoylecollection.co.uk

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Dickens Birthplace Museum is open April to September; Friday, Saturday and Sunday, plus additional special open days. Full details at www.charlesdickensbirthplace.co.uk

DAY TWO

tart your visit with a walk along the waterfront Millennium Promenade, from the Emirates Spinnaker Tower, through Gunwharf Quays to Old Portsmouth. Stop off at Aspex Contemporary Art Gallery to view the latest exhibition and make a pit stop in the café. Continue along into the cobbled streets of Old Portsmouth and its historic fortifications, walking past the Camber Dock and the amazing new team base of Land Rover Ben Ainslie Racing. Take in the views across Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent to the Isle of Wight. Discover centuries of history in Old Portsmouth, from the Royal Garrison Church where Charles II married Catherine of Braganza, to the historic Portsmouth Cathedral – the Cathedral of the Sea. Walk in the footsteps of Admiral Lord Nelson along the historic fortifications, visit the Square Tower, watch artists at work in the Hotwalls Studios and stop for a tasty lunch in The Canteen. In the evening, choose from one of two Matcham theatres in the city, the Kings in Southsea or the New Theatre Royal in Guildhall Walk, both featuring fabulous live acts and shows. With a wide range of bars, brasseries and restaurants offering a bite to eat before or after your evening entertainment, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Royal Garrison Church Lee Cox – Portsmouth City Council 2016 photography competition entry

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Relax with a delicious leisurely breakfast at your accommodation, before heading off to discover the city’s great literary connections. Visit the house where the famous author Charles Dickens was born and step into the 19th century world of the Dickens family. The fully-furnished parlour, dining room and bedroom feature genuine Regency furniture and household items. See exhibits belonging to the man himself, including personal possessions such as his snuff box and even the very couch on which he died. Dickens devotees can follow the Dickens Trail and find out more about the great author’s city connections, including a visit to Guildhall Square, home to the prize-winning Charles Dickens statue. In the afternoon, visit the ‘A Study in Sherlock’ exhibition in Portsmouth Museum. The creator of Sherlock Holmes, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, worked in Portsmouth as a doctor while writing classic tales such as A Study in Scarlet and The Sign of Four, and it was here that his most famous detective first came to life. While in the Museum don’t miss the other galleries including the Picture Gallery and Fine and Decorative Art Galleries. In the evening, visit the Portsmouth Music Experience in Portsmouth Guildhall, then take in a performance in this grand city centre concert venue, home to an impressive calendar of music, dance, comedy and more.

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FABULOUS ART AND CULTURE From live music to high drama, great events, literary highlights and comedy to make you laugh until it hurts, Portsmouth’s cultural programme offers something for everyone.

ortsmouth is a true festival city. Take a literary break in the birthplace of Charles Dickens and Sherlock Holmes at Bookfest in February, indulge yourself with an exceptional selection of food goodies, cooking demonstrations and live music at the annual Southsea Food Festival in July and enjoy a packed three days of music, art and heritage at the annual Victorious Festival in August. Pound the pavements during the sporting festival weekend that is the Great South Run in October or enjoy festive fun with the Victorian Festival of Christmas in December. Add to the mix a film festival and the annual cultural fest that is Portsmouth Festivities and you’ll be spoilt for choice. With a full live entertainment programme, Portsmouth is fast becoming the South’s new culture hub.

VIBRANT MUSIC SCENE Every summer more than 100,000 people flock to Southsea for the hugely popular Victorious Festival. The 2016 line-up included Manic Street Preachers, Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Mark Ronson and Will Young; but the event is set to be even bigger and better for 2017! With huge headliners, a free kids arena and the best-value festival tickets in the country, it’s a great way to spend your August Bank Holiday weekend! Victorious Festival has been shortlisted in the UK Festival Awards for ‘Best Major Festival’ and ‘Best Family Festival’, putting it alongside industry heavyweights, Glastonbury and the Isle of Wight Festival. Victorious Festival takes place on 25-27 August 2017. For line-up and tickets from £25 per day visit www.victoriousfestival.co.uk

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Few events better represent Portsmouth’s vibrant local music scene than Icebreaker Festival. This all-day event showcases more than one hundred home-grown bands, playing at ten intimate venues across Southsea. Icebreaker takes place on Saturday 28 January. For line-up and ticket information, visit www.icebreakerfestival.com Mutiny Festival returns for 2017 at its home of King George V Fields, Cosham, just north of the city centre for the late May Bank Holiday weekend of the 26 and 27 May. To build on the success of last year’s festival, the Mutiny team will be bringing a bigger line up to the city than ever seen before, starting with the internationally known Rap star 50 Cent! In previous years, Mutiny Festival has had such acts as Steve Angello, Snoop Dog, Chase & Status, CeeLo Green, Pete Tong, Shadow

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Child, Patrick Topping, Knife Party, Labrinth, Fatman Scoop, ShyFX and many more. For line-up and ticket information, visit www.mutinyfestivals.co.uk Portsmouth’s packed music schedule also includes Southsea Fest and Dials Festival, as well as free live music throughout the summer at the Bandstand on Southsea Common. The city also boasts great venues. Portsmouth Guildhall has a varied and packed calendar of music, from Hozier and Massive Attack to the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. The Wedgewood Rooms and Pyramids Centre also offer gigs and concerts to suit every musical taste. For full listings including ticket information, see www.visitportsmouth.co.uk

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KINGS THEATRE

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Portsmouth is home to two wonderful theatres offering a range of dramatic live entertainment. The dignified and beautiful Kings Theatre, with its Italian Renaissance style of decor, is one of the most complete Matcham theatres in the country. It plays host to touring West End productions and a varied programme of opera, ballet, comedy, drama and music.

Aspex Gallery Gunwharf Quays presents an outstanding exhibition programme featuring works by contemporary artists from around the world. Aspex is also a great place to see Portsmouth’s freshest artistic talent. Soak up the atmosphere in this former naval storehouse and make time for a coffee or bite to eat in the café.

The newly renovated and much-loved New Theatre Royal in the heart of the city has enjoyed a long and fascinating history since first opening in 1856, and along with the Kings, is one of the few working Matcham theatres in the country. It is home to cuttingedge dance, theatre, drama, music, comedy and children’s performances and events. Equally as enticing as its season programme, is the offering in the new Matcham Bar and Phipps Café Bar that offers delicious food and snacks to theatregoers and the public alike. Both theatres also offer special behind the scenes tours.

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Groundlings Theatre is an exciting arts venue in Portsmouth based in the stunning Beneficial School. Events including plays, productions and Murder Mystery evenings run throughout the year as well as ghost hunts.

Portsmouth Museum is home to fine and decorative art galleries, plus a special exhibition: ‘Edward King, A Life In Art’, on display through to summer 2017. Spend time visiting the rest of this free museum and enjoy tea and cake in the beautiful gardens. Situated within the Guildhall is the Portsmouth Music Experience, an exhibition showcasing some of the city’s musical landmarks. It features stories harking back to The Beatles playing Portsmouth Guildhall in their heyday, and Pink Floyd choosing the venue for the maiden airing of their seminal album The Dark Side of The Moon. It’s a fun, insightful and everchanging exhibition within the Guildhall – a setting itself steeped in musical legend. Other galleries in the city include GASP (Art Space Portsmouth), Coastguard Studio, Jack House Gallery, The Kings Theatre and Portsmouth University.

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LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION…. Whilst the state-of-the-art multiplex cinemas at Gunwharf Quays and Port Solent attract film lovers from far and wide, Portsmouth is also home to a number of independent cinemas showing world film and new releases together with cult and classic movies.

LAUGH OUT LOUD If you like a laugh then you’ll find comedy nights at Jongleurs, the Emirates Spinnaker Tower and the Wedgewood Rooms. Portsmouth Guildhall, the Kings Theatre and the New Theatre Royal also play host to some of the top names in comedy throughout the year.

CLUBBING Partygoers can sample the nightlife of Portsmouth’s many pubs and clubs, which are host to top name DJs and regular themed nights, so you can dance until the small hours.

SOMETHING A BIT DIFFERENT? Discover a spookier side of Portsmouth with a Dark Encounters Ghost Walk or Paranormal Investigation. Hailed as the most haunted city on the south coast, Portsmouth has a dark ancient history of murder and mayhem. Stick around to catch a glimpse of a spectre or two, if you dare….

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CULTURAL FESTIVALS BOOKFEST This three-week festival celebrates Portsmouth’s strong literary connection (with the likes of Charles Dickens, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and HG Wells all having lived here). It features a packed programme of events including talks and workshops from popular and accessible authors, including in 2017; Rosie Goodwin, Graham Hurley, David Owen and Pauline Rowson.

PORTSMOUTH FESTIVITIES Showcasing the art, culture and heritage of Portsmouth, this annual 10-day festival offers music, theatre, dance, art, literature, talks, films, outdoor events, family activities and more. Ticketing and line-up information can be found at www.portsmouthfestivities.co.uk

VICTORIAN FESTIVAL OF CHRISTMAS, DECEMBER A fabulous day out gets even better when you add Victorian festival fun to the world class attractions in Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. With street markets, live entertainment, Fagin’s pub and snow, there’s no better way to kick off the festive season!

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WHAT’S ON IN PORTSMOUTH 2017

Here’s a flavour of our events in 2017. Some event details may change, so check www.visitportsmouth.co.uk for full listings and updates.

RUSSIAN STATE BALLET

LORD OF THE DANCE

THE WOMAN IN BLACK

JANUARY

MARCH

• Isle of Wight Festival 1968, 1969, 1970 Exhibition, until Sept 17, Portsmouth Guildhall • Russian State Ballet and Orchestra of Siberia, Portsmouth Guildhall • Aladdin Adult Panto, Groundlings Theatre • Lord of the Dance, Portsmouth Guildhall • The King Blues, Wedgewood Rooms • Icebreaker Festival, various city venues

• Young Musician of the Year, Royal Marines Museum • Women of the Royal Navy centenary exhibition opening, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard • Les Liaisons Dangereuses, Groundlings Theatre • Cirque de Glace, Kings Theatre • Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra – Heroes and Legends, Portsmouth Guildhall • Scattered – Motionhouse, New Theatre Royal • The Pigeon Detectives, Wedgewood Rooms • Lesley Garrett, New Theatre Royal • Thoroughly Modern Millie, Kings Theatre • Alexander O’Neal, Pyramids Centre • Mike + The Mechanics, Portsmouth Guildhall • The Woman in Black, New Theatre Royal

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FEBRUARY • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Bookfest, literary festival Portsmouth Coastal Half Marathon The LOL Comedy Club, Pyramids Centre Night at the Museum, Royal Marines Museum Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat, New Theatre Royal Dreamboats and Petticoats, Kings Theatre Jungle Book – Oddsocks, New Theatre Royal Little Comets, Wedgewood Rooms Silver Lining, New Theatre Royal Gangsta Granny, Kings Theatre Kate Nash, Wedgewood Rooms Moon on a Stick presents Jack Frost, Groundlings Theatre Olaf the Horrible, Groundlings Theatre Princess and the Frog, Groundlings Theatre Theseus and the Minotaur, Groundlings Theatre Fox and rabbits idiots guide to the owl and the pussycat, Groundlings Theatre Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Wedgewood Rooms

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APRIL • Cara Dillon, New Theatre Royal • Jimmy Carr: The Best Of, Ultimate, Gold, Greatest Hits Tour, Portsmouth Guildhall • Blackberry Smoke, Pyramids Centre • Chris Ramsey: Is That Chris Ramsey? Portsmouth Guildhall • The Owl & the Pussycat, Kings Theatre • The Glenn Miller Orchestra, New Theatre Royal • Reginald D Hunter, New Theatre Royal • Dribble the Dragon, New Theatre Royal Continued on page 26

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Portsmouth Golf Centre

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FAMILY FUN DAY

IAN PROWSE

VICTORIOUS FESTIVAL

MAY

AUGUST

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Mutiny Festival, King George V Fields Rural and Seaside Show, Southsea Seafront Family Fun Day, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Portsmouth Beer Festival, Portsmouth Guildhall Ian Prowse, Wedgewood Rooms Shakin’ Stevens, Portsmouth Guildhall Tony Stockwell (Psychic Medium), Pyramids Centre Remembering Fred, Portsmouth Guildhall Live at the Bandstand, Southsea Seafront

PORTSMOUTH FESTIVITIES

Victorious Festival, Southsea Seafront International Kite Festival, Southsea Common Live at the Bandstand, Southsea Seafront Family activities at city attractions

SEPTEMBER • Rum Festival, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard • The Wedding Singer, Kings Theatre • Greg Davies, Portsmouth Guildhall

GREAT SOUTH RUN

COMMANDO ACTION

JUNE

OCTOBER

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• Great South Run Weekend • Oktoberfest, Guildhall Square • The Royal Marines Association Concert Band, Royal Marines Museum

Portsmouth Festivities Moonlit Memories 10th Anniversary Walk Commando Action, Royal Marines Museum Southsea Bus Rally, Southsea Seafront Armed Forces Day, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard Live at the Bandstand, Southsea Seafront

NOVEMBER • Remembrance Day Events, venues across the city • Christmas Lights Switch-ons, venues across the city

LIVE AT THE BANDSTAND

SANTA FUN RUN

DECEMBER

SOUTHSEA FOOD FESTIVAL

RACE FOR LIFE

• Victorian Festival of Christmas, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard • Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Kings Theatre • Santa Fun Run, Southsea Seafront

JULY • • • •

Race For Life, Southsea Seafront Pretty Muddy Race, Southsea Seafront Southsea Food Festival Live at the Bandstand, Southsea Seafront

FOR EVEN MORE EVENTS AND UPDATES HEAD TO WWW.VISITPORTSMOUTH.CO.UK

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New ture Asian Fea 7 For 201 Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3PB Tel: 023 9287 5222 Email: portsmouth@bluereefaquarium.co.uk

KIDS GO FREE OR £2 OFF One junior (age 3-12) free with one full paying STANDARD TICKET ONLY. Not available with any concession ticket and cannot be used in conjunction with an online ticket. OR £2 off up to 6 people. Only one offer can be used per voucher. Neither discount to be used in conjunction with any other offer or family ticket. Photocopies are not acceptable. Valid until 31/12/17

WATERFRONT CAFÉ at Emirates Spinnaker Tower

Delicious menu of hot and cold meals and snacks Seasonal menus and locally sourced suppliers Uninterrupted views over Portsmouth harbour Situated in Gunwharf Quays Retail Shopping Outlet 10 minutes from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard

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A TASTE OF PORTSMOUTH Al fresco dining with great sea views; cosmopolitan café culture; cuisine from all over the world and fabulous fish and chips; plus food festivals, markets and events all make Portsmouth a foodie favourite.

SEA VIEWS, TOP RESTAURANTS AND WORLD CUISINE

any restaurants at Gunwharf Quays and Port Solent boast glorious terraces overlooking the harbour and marina respectively. Celebrity chefs have chosen Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth as the location for their restaurants including Brasserie Blanc (Raymond Blanc), Carluccio’s (by Antonio Carluccio) and Jamie’s Italian (by Jamie Oliver). Port Solent’s offer includes, Casa Brasil, Relentless and Rimjhim. For Southsea sea views head to the Courtyard Café, set in Henry VIII’s historic Southsea Castle or Southsea Beach Café and Mozzarella Joes, both located right on the seafront. Restaurant 27 and Montparnasse in Southsea both offer exceptional fine dining. For something less formal eat your way around the world at quirky cafés, brasseries, bistros and bars, with food choices including English, Belgian, French, Greek, Indian, Italian, Japanese Korean, Lebanese, Mexican, Spanish, Thai and Turkish! In July the Southsea Food Festival offers food markets, tastings, demonstrations and live music.

ABARBISTRO

CAFÉ CULTURE Portsmouth has a great cafe offer from the traditional to the unusual and unique. Wander down to Pie&Vinyl in Castle Road for a hearty locally supplied pie and browse through the impressive supply of vinyl records on sale. If gaming is your thing then book a session at Game Over, Portsmouth’s new basement gaming café where you can choose from every game and console you can imagine – from the Vectrex to the Game Cube, from Playstation 1 to Pong on the Binatone TV Master IV. Choose from a wide range of further coffee houses and tea rooms including Southsea Coffee, the Parade Tea Rooms and the Tenth Hole.

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Tenth Hole and Abarbistro Emma Trinder www.emmatrinder.com Southsea Beach Cafe and Southsea Castle, Courtyard Cafe Strong Island www.strongisland.co

OLD PORTSMOUTH In Old Portsmouth traditional pubs and quaint tea rooms line the cobbled streets. Experience the quiet life here; explore the Camber Dock and ramparts then indulge in some homecooked food at a pub overlooking the harbour. Sip wine al fresco in the summer or enjoy a coffee by a cosy fire in the colder months.

GREAT LOCAL PRODUCE Hampshire Farmers Markets come to the city once a month, so it’s easy to take a taste of Hampshire’s finest home with you. You can’t visit a waterfront city without a taste of the ocean; the vibrant fish market in Old Portsmouth is the place to find the day’s fresh catch. Or why not enjoy traditional fish and chips by the sea? Pick up a seaside supper from Rock ‘n’ Sole on the seafront and watch the sun set. TENTH HOLE

BRASSERIE BLANC

SOUTHSEA CASTLE, COURTYARD CAFÉ

BBC radio broadcaster, Liz Kershaw tweeted: Cheesy pie was the best food I had all weekend. Now home and enjoying my new vinyl hoard too.

SOUTHSEA BEACH CAFE

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STYLISH SHOPPING If you are looking for a unique shopping experience then Portsmouth is the place to find it! From the award-winning Gunwharf Quays and major high-street names in the city centre, to the array of independent, antique and vintage shops in Southsea, there is something for everyone.

PORT SOLENT

A TripAdvisor reviewer said this about Gunwharf Quays: “Love it” Great place to shop, with lots of choice.... you can always find a bargain.... You can shop till you drop.

CASCADES SHOPPING CENTRE

A TripAdvisor reviewer said this about Port Solent: “Another World” Most amazing holiday I have been on! The atmosphere is so different like you’re located in a completely different country.

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PALMERSTON ROAD

SCINTILLATING SHOPPING IN SOUTHSEA In Southsea there’s a wealth of distinctive stores selling everything from retro clothing to antique furniture, just a pebble’s throw from the beach. Regular street markets add to the offer including a monthly Hampshire Farmers’ Market and fortnightly Love Southsea markets.

GUNWHARF QUAYS, PREMIUM OUTLET SHOPPING

GUNWHARF QUAYS PREMIUM OUTLET SHOPPING

or those who love to shop, Gunwharf Quays is a dream destination. The stunning waterside location of this premium outlet shopping centre, together with savings of up to 60% across more than 90 designer stores, provides the perfect combination of shopping and relaxation. Gunwharf Quays boasts premium brands such as Hugo Boss, Karen Millen, Mint Velvet, Jigsaw, Osprey London, Joules, Molton Brown, Hackett London and The White Company. When you’ve shopped enough, there are over 30 bars, coffee shops and restaurants to relax and unwind in, with many offering al fresco dining overlooking the harbour.

GUNWHARF QUAYS, PREMIUM OUTLET SHOPPING

Take a break from your shopping for a visit to the iconic Emirates Spinnaker Tower and be wowed by the amazing views.

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Palmerston Road is home to John Lewis and Debenhams, plus other high-street favourites, whilst Marmion Road presents chocolatiers, designer jewellers, boutiques, antiques and interior design specialists. Albert Road is considered one of the city’s hidden gems. Find a unique gift from independent home boutiques and check out the stylish hairdressers, antiques and collectables. With a distinctly bohemian feel, the street is buzzing day and night with lively cafés and bars.

HIT THE HIGH STREET Head to our city centre where there are over 200 stores and the indoor shopping mall Cascades, which is home to some of the biggest brand names in the UK. A traditional street market takes place from Thursday to Saturday, selling fresh produce, flowers and clothing.

SET SAIL FOR PORT SOLENT Watch the comings and goings in the stunning marina and choose from a range of restaurants and bars overlooking the water. Port Solent offers a unique waterside shopping and dining experience for all.

SPORT IN PORTSMOUTH Portsmouth is a city with a proud sporting heritage, world-class sporting facilities and international events; be it road running at the Great South Run, sailing events in the Solent or home matches at Portsmouth Football Club.

ABSEILING DOWN THE EMIRATES SPINNAKER TOWER

GREAT SOUTH RUN

he Great South Run is a major highlight of the Portsmouth sports calendar and is recognised as the world’s leading 10 mile running event. For one weekend, the roads of Southsea and Portsmouth are opened to athletes of all ages and abilities taking part in one of the scheduled races over the two days. The Great South Run returns to Portsmouth on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 October 2017.

RUN THIS CITY Whether you prefer to run the streets, the seafront or the track, Portsmouth has an ideal route for you. With miles of beautiful seafront promenade, Southsea is a runner’s paradise where you can train with a sea-breeze on your back and beautiful views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight and Hayling Island. Southsea seafront is also home to Southsea ParkRun, a free, weekly volunteer-led 5k run, open to everyone on Saturday mornings. Other running events in the city include the Coastal Half Marathon, Pretty Muddy and Race For Life events.

OUT ON THE WATER As the UK’s only island city, Portsmouth is surrounded on all four sides by the sea, making it a prime destination for sports of all kinds on the water. Portsmouth Watersports Centre is the first port of call for any watersports enthusiast with courses and access to water-based activities including sailing, rowing, power boating, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding. Portsmouth Watersports Centre also houses a 13-metre outdoor climbing tower; one for the brave!

BEST FOOT FORWARD If travelling on foot is more your style, then why not join one of the regular guided walks that the city has to offer. With themes such as Authors of Southsea, Pubs of Portsmouth and the Nelson Trail, you’ll know all about the city in no time. Alternatively, guide yourself around the waterfront following the Millennium Promenade using the motif set in the pavement.

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Abseiling down the Emirates Spinnaker Tower Helen Yates

PEDALLING PORTSMOUTH

TEEING OFF Portsmouth boasts two 18-hole golf courses – Portsmouth Golf Centre and Portsmouth Golf Course – both available for pay and play, with outstanding views and affordable golf on great courses.

GET YOUR SKATES ON The promenade along Southsea seafront is ideal for in-line and roller skating, whatever your age. Zip down to Southsea Skatepark on the seafront, home to international standard ramps.

STATE-OF-THE ART FACILITIES

GREAT SOUTH RUN

If you are looking for something a little more athletic, why not take an urban hike along Portsmouth’s coast? Climb the ramparts behind Castle Field then visit Southsea Castle and climb the steps to the roof of the castle keep. From the castle climb again onto the historic fortifications then follow the waterfront promenade to the fortifications in Old Portsmouth, climb the steps to the Saluting Platform then upwards to the top of the Round Tower to take in the harbour views. For those looking for a something a little more adrenalin fuelled, why not book an abseil 100m down from the Emirates Spinnaker Tower to round off your day in style!

PORTSMOUTH BY PEDAL

MOUNTBATTEN CENTRE

Saddle up and explore Portsmouth by bike. With miles of dedicated cycle paths, Portsmouth is an amazing city to explore on two wheels. The city is also host to a growing number of cycling events. Head to www.visitportsmouth.co.uk to find out more about these and all city events.

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Portsmouth’s Mountbatten Centre is home to an Olympic-sized pool, teaching pool, 150 station state-of-the-art gym, health suite, 8 court sports hall, squash courts, athletics and cycle tracks and a great programme of activities and events. Next door is Portsmouth Tennis Centre, with 4 indoor and 6 outdoor courts. Pyramids, Portsmouth is a characterful centre on the seafront, offering relaxing spa facilities, fun swimming pools, soft play for under 5s, a gym with functional training equipment and 60 weekly fitness classes.

OUTDOOR FAMILY FUN When the weather’s good, you can’t beat Southsea’s seafront, with miles of pebble beaches to explore and gigantic green spaces where you can let off some steam and soak up the sea air. Enjoy the tennis courts, crazy and mini golf, pitch ‘n’ putt and beach volleyball courts. On warm days the beaches in Southsea are perfect for a paddle, alternatively take the children to the under-eight’s splash pool on Southsea seafront or to the water splash at Canoe Lake for some free fun. Dating back to the 1930s, Hilsea Lido splash pool is found in the beautiful setting of Hilsea Lines.

ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS

Portsmouth is the UK’s only island city, surrounded by miles of coastline and seafront walkways.

SOUTHSEA COMMON

n a warm day, pack up a picnic and head down to Southsea Common, a 100-acre patch of grassland situated right on the seafront. Let off some steam with a game of rounders, fly a kite or just laze around in the sunshine. In recent years, the Common has hosted a number of high-profile events, including Victorious Festival, the Louis Vuitton America’s Cup World Series Race Village and one of Europe’s premier kite festivals.

FARLINGTON MARSHES

Aerial view of Portsmouth Shaun Roster www.shaunroster.com

For nature spotters, there are few better places to catch a glimpse of seabirds than Farlington Marshes. One of The Royal Society of Wildlife Trusts’ oldest reserves, this marshland is internationally important for the bird population that it supports – including the sedge, bearded tit and reed warbler. There are also rare and unusual flowering plants on the marshes, such as the sea barley and corky-fruited water dropwort.

HILSEA LINES The area colloquially known as Foxes Forest started life as 18th and 19th century fortifications, running along the northern stretch of Portsea Island. Now, the designated ‘scheduled monument’ is a favourite for walkers, joggers, cyclists, anglers, and nature spotters alike. There are two main walks along the lines, bisected by the Hilsea Lagoon. The more inland stretch, which is predominantly covered by a tree canopy, runs parallel with the old fortifications. On the other side is a walk along the flood defences, which are raised and more open for views.

MOUNTBATTEN CENTRE, ALEXANDRA PARK AND HILSEA BASTION GARDENS The walking route from Hilsea Bastion Gardens to the Mountbatten Centre is a flat, paved route with parkland on one side and open water along the other. As such it’s popular with runners and cyclists alike, and has separate lanes for both. Portsbridge

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MILTON COMMON

FARLINGTON MARSHES AERIAL VIEW OF PORTSMOUTH

Creek, which separates this route from the M275, is popular with wading birds coming to feed on the exposed mudflats.

MILTON COMMON If Southsea Common is the lively, popular open space, Milton Common is the place to get away. This huge area of land was reclaimed from the sea and has since been allowed to grow into a semi-natural space – meaning it’s the slightly more rugged alternative. All this means you don’t have to venture far through the scrubland before it’s easy to forget you’re still in a city. The nature on offer at Milton Common also belies its city location. At its peak, the wider area can be home to 6.5% of the entire global population of Brent geese. It’s also part of a habitat for in excess of 90,000 waders. Countless walks and paths criss-cross the common’s 113 acres, so it’s easy to take a different route with each visit – and have a quiet time doing so.

SEAFRONT Around Southsea you have the more commercial coastline, with Clarence Pier amusements and fairground keeping the British seaside tradition alive. Further east, history abounds at Southsea Castle, where Henry VIII watched his beloved Mary Rose sink to the bottom of the Solent. Further east again takes you to quieter stretches of beach at Eastney. The western coast of Portsea Island is the working side, with the Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth International Port and Whale Island military base all situated here. Across on the eastern flank, though, it’s more of a rambler’s paradise. Here is Milton Common, sporting grounds and a coastal walk that can take you right off the island. In fact, it’s possible to walk from Gunwharf Quays, to Old Portsmouth, along the Southsea Seafront, through Milton, up the Eastern Road, along Hilsea Lines and down to Alexandra Park without crossing many roads and rarely losing sight of the sea.

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Portsmouth is a key international gateway, ideally situated on England’s south coast.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

PLANNING YOUR JOURNEY

ROADS

ith a motorway into the heart of the city, an international port, a rail network direct to London in just 90 minutes and international airports close by, access to Portsmouth couldn’t be easier, whether you are coming to the city from within the UK or overseas.

Portsmouth enjoys good road connections; the A3(M) puts London just over an hour away and the M275, which comes right into the heart of the city centre, connects Portsmouth with the M27 and the rest of Britain’s motorway network. National coach and bus services for travel to the city:

Whatever way you choose to travel around Portsmouth, whether you are walking, cycling or taking the bus, the My Journey Portsmouth website is your one stop shop for all the latest travel information.

National Express www.nationalexpress.com 08705 808080 MegaBus www.megabus.com

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PARK & RIDE

A TripAdvisor reviewer said this about Brittany Ferries: “A great way to visit” Very good smooth crossing, the ferry felt like a mini cruise ship, with arcades and culinary delights. The cabins were in good condition.

Portsmouth’s Park and Ride is ideally situated on the M275 as you drive into the city and offers visitors and out-of-town shoppers a quick, easy and affordable way to visit. Stops include the city centre shopping area and The Hard for Gunwharf Quays and the Historic Dockyard. www.parkandride.portsmouth.gov.uk

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RAIL

CRUISES

Portsmouth offers direct rail services to and from London Waterloo and London Victoria, and is well connected to the UK’s major cities. Visitors arriving at London Waterloo are only a short walk from the River Thames, the London Eye, and landmarks such as Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament.

Portsmouth International Port has an increasingly impressive cruise offer. Major operators and cruise lines have chosen Portsmouth for its superb position and impressive facilities, offering customers inspiring destinations aboard beautiful luxury liners.

National Rail Enquiries: 08457 484950

Cruise calls to the city offer passengers the opportunity to explore the city’s wealth of attractions, great shopping, dining and entertainment.

WALKING AND CYCLING The city is flat and compact, making walking and cycling viable and convenient modes of transport.

AIR Portsmouth is easily accessible by air. Southampton International Airport (www.southamptonairport.com) is just 22 miles away and the major London airports Gatwick and Heathrow are both 60 miles away, with easy rail access to the city.

PORTSMOUTH INTERNATIONAL PORT Portsmouth International Port is the perfect gateway to France, Spain, the Channel Islands and a host of cruise destinations. The new passenger terminal offers the modern high standards and style of an airport. Regular ferry services sail to Caen, Cherbourg and Le Havre in Normandy, and St Malo in Brittany, for city breaks and easy onward travel throughout France.

AERIAL VIEW OF PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR

ISLE OF WIGHT Travelling to and from the Isle of Wight couldn’t be easier. Hovertravel operates a passenger hovercraft from Southsea to Ryde. Wightlink operates a car ferry service from Portsmouth to Fishbourne and a foot passenger catamaran service from Portsmouth Harbour to Ryde Pier.

Spanish destinations are Santander and Bilbao and there are also frequent sailings to Jersey and Guernsey. If you are coming to Portsmouth to catch a ferry, make sure you arrive in plenty of time to check out the many attractions in the city, start your holiday early with a day enjoying Portsmouth.

For more information on travelling to and around the city contact our visitor information team by emailing vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

OXFORD TO M40 & THE MIDLANDS

LONDON

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TO BRISTOL & WALES

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TO M1 & THE NORTH

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GATWICK

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BRIGHTON

ISLE OF WIGHT

Aerial view of Portsmouth Harbour Shaun Roster www.shaunroster.com BRITTANY FERRIES LEAVING PORTSMOUTH HARBOUR

Brittany Ferries leaving Portsmouth Harbour Maritime Photographic www.maritimephotographic.co.uk

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OUT AND ABOUT

Portsmouth is the ideal base to explore England’s beautiful south coast.

PORTCHESTER CASTLE This medieval castle, built within a former Roman fort at the top of Portsmouth harbour is great for a family day out.

SUBMARINES AT GOSPORT A short ferry ride across Portsmouth Harbour is Gosport. There you will find the Royal Navy Submarine Museum and Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower – both included in the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard All-Attraction ticket. PORTCHESTER CASTLE

A TripAdvisor reviewer said this about Portchester Castle: “Great historic monument” A really lovely place to visit. Walk around the grounds and enjoy the atmosphere. This castle is of great interest to everyone.

SET SAIL TO THE ISLAND Take the short journey across to the Isle of Wight where you will find a wealth of attractions including the famous Carisbrooke Castle and Osborne House, once home to Queen Victoria. With regular hovercraft, catamaran and car ferry sailings – with crossing times from only 10 minutes – combining your city break with a visit to the Island couldn’t be easier.

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VISITOR

INFORMATION

Portsmouth’s award-winning visitor information service is here to offer you a warm welcome and help you make the most of your time in this vibrant city. Staff are all conversant in English and at least one other European language and can help with:

WINCHESTER CATHEDRAL

• information on local, regional and national attractions and events • tickets for Portsmouth attractions – with up to 10% discount • theatre, ferry and coach trip tickets • accommodation (bookable for small fee) • local gifts, books and traditional souvenirs Information for groups If you’re organising a visit for 10 or more people to Portsmouth, make sure you check out the great group rates and offers available to you. We can offer advice on group deals at hotels and attractions, coach parking, or tours and experiences that will make your visit that little bit different. Book a Greeter for groups of six or less or a Tourist Guide* for larger groups (*fee charged). For more information, contact the visitor information service. Go to www.visitportsmouth.co.uk, call 023 9282 6722 or email vis@portsmouthcc.gov.uk

ROYAL NAVY SUBMARINE MUSEUM

NEW FOREST

TITANIC MEMORIES

DISCOVER SUSSEX

Visit SeaCity Museum in Southampton to remember the tragic tale of the Titanic and discover maritime history brought to life through an interactive experience designed for all ages. Discover the story of the Spitfire at Solent Sky.

Just along the coast is the beautiful county of West Sussex, rich in history, from impressive castles, historic houses, racing and museums, to the city of Chichester with its Roman roots and palace at Fishbourne.

EXPLORE THE BEAUTIFUL NATIONAL PARKS Right on our doorstep you’ll find the South Downs National Park, full of fascinating trails to walk or cycle and some great adventure pursuits such as horse riding, hot-air ballooning, golf, hang-gliding and paragliding. The 140,000 acre New Forest National Park offers a wealth of places to visit and is a haven for cyclists, horse riders and walkers. Discover the beautiful open heaths, ancient oaks and tall pines, then meet the famous New Forest ponies as well as deer and cattle in their natural habitat. Visit Peppa Pig World at Paulton’s Park or find out more about vintage motors at Beaulieu.

TAKE YOUR PLACE AT THE ROUND TABLE In Winchester, visit King Arthur’s legendary round table and the ancient Winchester Cathedral, the burial place of Jane Austen. Meander down historic streets of the former ancient capital of England. This beautiful city is well worth a visit. Nearby Marwell Wildlife Park is inhabited by more than 250 exotic and endangered species.

CAPITAL ATTRACTIONS And don’t forget London is just 90 minutes away by train or coach. Catch a West End show, shop till you drop in Oxford Street or visit one of the many amazing tourist attractions, it couldn’t be easier to take a day trip to the capital.

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HAYLING ISLAND ∙ EMSWORTH ∙ HAVANT

WHERE THE DOWNS MEET THE SEA With two harbours – both havens for wildlife – great beaches, a growing reputation for water sports, lovely waterfront, countryside walks and cycle rides, this area is a great place to get away from it all.

HAYLING ISLAND AND HAVANT – IDEAL FOR FUN-FILLED FAMILY BREAKS

ith a Blue Flag beach at Beachlands, the unspoilt nature of Hayling Island is what sets it aside from many other resorts. The Hayling Seaside Railway – a favourite with families – runs along the beach to Eastoke Corner, where there are a variety of shops, an ice cream parlour and outdoor gym. Treat the children to a thrilling ride at the seaside funfair.

Watersports at Chichester Harbour and Emsworth Shore John Ivan Tweddell www.flickr.com/ photos/46834875@N08/

Follow the World War Two heritage trail along the beach with the COPP (Combined Operations Pilotage Parties) memorial commemorating wartime acts of heroism.

Windsurfing was invented here and is very popular along with other watersports. Other activities include horse riding facilities and two golf courses. Langstone harbour has an abundance of nature and a fascinating history. Follow the Hayling Billy trail, Shipwrights Way or the Langstone harbour cycle trail to discover more. Chichester harbour, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is a favourite with sailors and windsurfers. Take a boat trip for stunning views and bird watching. Visit Staunton Park in Havant, with its glasshouses, beautiful gardens, parkland and ornamental farm popular with families . Also Stansted Park with its Edwardian house set in ancient forest is home to exciting events.

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EMSWORTH â&#x20AC;&#x201C; GOURMET PARADISE Its harbour, independent shops, wonderful eating and the South Downs nearby, make Emsworth perfect for visitors who want to spend days by the seaside or walking. This picturesque market town is on Chichester harbour and has a growing reputation as a foodie favourite with a great selection of restaurants and public houses. Visit during the annual Emsworth British Food Fortnight and enjoy a range of culinary events along with some truly great food!

HAYLING ISLAND

The town has a history of oyster fishing and boat building and is popular with sailors, artists and ramblers. Browse in the shops and stop for a truly special bite to eat, then stroll along the waterfront for fantastic views across the harbour. P G Wodehouse lived here and you can find out more about the author and the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rich past at the local museum. WATERSPORTS AT CHICHESTER HARBOUR

Discover a wide variety of specialist shops ranging from fine antiques and interior design to independent butchers, bakers and chandlers. Shop at the monthly Farmers Market or treat yourself to some locally caught fish, in season. There are quality hotels, holiday villages, a good range of bed & breakfasts and guest houses, and camping and caravanning sites in the area.

To find out more check out www.visithavant.co.uk or phone the Visitor Information Centre on 023 9246 7111.

EMSWORTH SHORE SLIPPER MILL POND, EMSWORTH

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GREAT PLACES TO STAY Portsmouth has a wealth of accommodation. You will find everything from top quality luxury hotels to boutique chic, plus a superb choice of guest house and bed and breakfast accommodation. Along with the accommodation featured in this Guide, the destination offer also includes Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Ibis, Premier Inn, Travelodge and much more. Full details can be found on www.visitportsmouth.co.uk All featured entries have either a nationally recognised quality grading or have scored

four and above on TripAdvisor. Quality gradings are valid at the time of going to print and establishments are required to renew them annually or on change of owner. Please contact the assessing body to confirm its grading status.

BOOKING CONDITIONS The information contained in this guide is correct at time of going to press. Please note that proprietors reserve the right to amend prices and conditions from those in this guide and/or impose additional

conditions, provided they inform you of such conditions before they accept your booking. If you need to cancel your booking you must let the hotel/guest house know. A booking forms an immediate contract and full payment may still be payable for cancellations.

HOLIDAY INSURANCE Don’t forget to make sure you have insurance to cover any losses you may incur. Even if you are travelling within the UK, insurance costs very little and could save you a great deal.

PORTSMOUTH MARRIOTT HOTEL Southampton Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO6 4SH T: 023 9238 3151 E: mhrs.pmeha.frontdesk@marriotthotels.com W: PortsmouthMarriott.co.uk At the Portsmouth Marriott Hotel you can be sure of the perfect night’s sleep in one of our stylish, spacious guest rooms. Work out in our leisure club with gym, indoor pool, Jacuzzi and sauna. Sample the exciting fresh local ﬂavours of our Sealevel Restaurant or relax over a Starbucks® in our Sealevel lounge with free Wi-Fi. We’re located just off the M27 and a short distance from Gunwharf Quays, Spinnaker Tower and the Historic Dockyard. Price: From £99 per room per night Rooms: 174 En suite: All Facilities:

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ROYAL MARITIME CLUB

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75-80 Queen Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3HS T: 023 9282 4231 E: info@royalmaritimeclub.co.uk W: www.royalmaritimeclub.co.uk The RMC is the perfect venue for holiday breaks, social occasions, business meetings and events. The hotel is just 300m from Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and within easy walking distance Set in the heart of British naval tradition and synonymous with naval excellence the RMC offers members and non – members; • • • • • • •

welcoming ambience breakfast and dinner served in Horatio’s Restaurant lunchtime snacks and bar meals superb banqueting facilities and expert management of your event licensed for wedding ceremonies opening Easter 2017, refurbished, now accessible, swimming pool free wifi

Price: £94–£108 per room per night Rooms: 100 En suite: All Facilities:

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H Facilities for the hearing impaired V Facilities for visually impaired A Licensed for alcohol R Restaurant or café B Breakfast D Tea/coffee making facilities

W WiFi P Off street parking G Ground floor bedrooms K Children welcome – minimum age T TV in rooms E En-suite rooms available r Lounge for residents a Air conditioning

THE ALBATROSS GUEST HOUSE

h Hairdryer s Electric shaver point L Linen supplied free of charge l Linen for hire I Iron available C Cots available d Dogs welcome b Conference facilities

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51 Waverley Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2PJ T: 023 9282 8325 E: albatross_guesthouse@yahoo.com W: www.albatrossguesthouse.net You are guaranteed a friendly welcome and complete privacy in a house that dates back to the 1860s. This comfortable guest house is conveniently centrally located in Southsea and has been welcoming visitors for more than 50 years. Price: From £35–£55 per person per night Rooms: 7 En suite: 3 Facilities:

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16 Victoria Road South, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2BZ T: 023 9287 5824 E: theferrymanhotel@hotmail.com W: www.ferryman-southsea.co.uk A distinctive building in the Art Deco style with spacious and stylish guestrooms. We are adjacent to the Kings Theatre and all the bars, restaurants, shops and cafes in central Southsea. Close to the beach and well linked to all the attractions. Price includes full English and continental breakfast served in the penthouse dining room with skyline city views. Flat screen TVs with freeview and free WiFi. Price: From £40–£55 per person per night Rooms: 12 En suite: 9 Facilities:

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NORFOLK HOUSE

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25 Granada Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 0RD T: 023 9282 4162 E: jbpnorfolk@ntlworld.com W: www.thenorfolksouthsea.co.uk Norfolk House is close to seafront, shops, eateries and attractions. Clean, comfortable rooms, all with en-suite toilet and shower. Highest hygiene rating award. Car parking. Separate dining tables. Guest lounge. Price: From £30–£38 per person per night Rooms: 7 En suite: All Facilities:

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HOTELS ∙ GUEST HOUSES ∙ SELF CATERING Member of Portsmouth And Southsea Hoteliers Association. The Portsmouth & Southsea Hoteliers Association (PASHA) is an association of hotels and guest houses of all sizes. Members offer a high standard of value for money accommodation whilst providing a warm welcome and a friendly personal service. PASHA members take pride in their efforts to promote tourism in Portsmouth and Southsea.

UPPER MOUNT HOUSE

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The Vale, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 2EQ T: 023 9282 0456 E: uppermountportsmouth@btconnect.com W: www.uppermountportsmouth.co.uk The Upper Mount House was built in 1851 and is known locally as a ‘Thomas Owen House’. It is a Grade II listed building standing in its own grounds. Upper Mount House is quietly tucked away in a rurallike backwater of Southsea, but only half a minute from the shops and restaurants. Buses to all parts of the city stop around the corner. Our own large car park within the grounds allows you to leave the car and enjoy the amenities of Portsmouth and Southsea without parking worries. We also boast 70% of our customers annually are returning guests. The Upper Mount House is graded four-star guest accommodation and we have 15 bedrooms, six of which are on the ground ﬂoor. All rooms are ensuite, many rooms have bathtubs and showers. Totally non-smoking. Luxury hotel quality white bed linen used as standard throughout, with our in-house five-star laundry delivering quality and freshness. Full breakfast menu offered with fresh fruits and breads, and traditional full-English breakfast, special diets catered for at no extra cost. • • • • •

Luxury rooms available for that special occasion. Free WiFi. Certificate of Excellence Winner on TripAdvisor. Free car parking space for each room. Flexible check-in times.

Price: £75–£110 per room per night, or £50–£65 per person per night Rooms: 15 En suite: All Facilities:

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2 Bellevue Terrace, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3AT T: 023 9282 3813 E: gill@pier-hotel.com W: www.pier-hotel.com 10 mins walk from Historic Dockyard and Gunwharf Quays. Trip Advisor ‘Certificate of Excellence’ 3 years running. 5 elegant bedrooms (pod style en-suite all with toilet/shower), quality sprung beds and fine Egyptian cotton linen, freeview TV, toiletries and free WiFi. Price: From £70–£85 per room per night Rooms: 5 En suite: All Facilities:

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3 Craneswater Gate, Southsea, PO4 0NZ T: 023 9282 0097 E: enquiries@stmargarets-southsea.co.uk W: www.stmargarets-southsea.co.uk Detached Edwardian property close to Boating lake, Seafront. Well maintained comfortable rooms, spacious breakfast room overlooking pretty garden, tea/coffee making facilities, parking on forecourt. For best prices, come direct to our website. Price: £35–£95 per room per night, or £35–£47.50 per person per night Rooms: 7 En suite: All Facilities:

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REES HALL

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Southsea Terrace, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO5 3AP T: 023 9284 4884 E: reservations@port.ac.uk W: www.eventportsmouth.co.uk Rees Hall is a modern building located on Southsea seafront with views across Southsea Common and the Solent. It is also a short distance from Gunwharf Quays and the Historic Dockyard. The award-winning Rees Hall provides the ideal venue for a leisure break or business trip, with a wide range of quality comfortable en-suite rooms, two guest lounges, bar and quiet courtyard garden. • • • •

Full English breakfast and free WiFi included. Coach parties welcome. Conference facilities available. Rooms available from June to September.

Price: From £48–£70 per room per night Rooms: 225 En suite: All Facilities:

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Queen Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3GW T: 023 9282 0921 E: bookings@pnbpt.com W: www.pnbpropertytrust.org Selection of two and three bedroom fully equipped luxury apartments, offering breath-taking Harbour views, balcony or roof terrace and allocated parking. Within walking distance to the Historic Dockyard, Gunwharf Quays and Southsea Seafront. Price: £155–£300 per unit per night Units: 3 Sleeping capacity: 14 Facilities:

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5 Helena Road, Southsea, Portsmouth, PO4 9RH T: 07810 436981 / 023 9282 0690 E: lakesidesouthsea@aol.com W: www.lakesidesouthsea.com Price: From £250 - £360 per unit per week Units: 6 Sleeping capacity: 2/+child Facilities:

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Quiet, fully furnished self-catering apartments, great location for visiting all the fantastic sites of Portsmouth. Five-minute walk from the Seafront, Canoe Lake, Museums - Ideal base for all things nautical. Open all year round, Pets welcomed, all major credit cards accepted. Weekly bookings Friday - Friday. Non-smoking establishment.

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