Portsmouth I N T E R N A T I O N A L Port
Issue 1 spring/summer 2012 w w w. p o r t s m o u t h - p o r t. c o. u k
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we are sailing
Kids Stuff
gures, Facts & fi uizzes q puzzles, gs and thin to do
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Portsmouth is Britain’s best connected cruise and ferry port. Visitors like you can enjoy the facilities at our brand new passenger terminal. Part of a £16.5 million investment, the terminal opened last spring and is proving hugely popular with both passengers and operators.
Martin Putman
We continue to invest in the Port, and last autumn we published our ambitious Master Plan for the next 15 years until 2026. This summer the world’s eyes will be on the London Olympics, with the sailing regatta taking place along the coast in Weymouth, and the rowing at Eton Dorney near Windsor, both within easy access of the Port. The Olympic Torch will pass through Portsmouth on its way up the A3 to East London. The UK’s longest land tunnel has recently opened on the A3 at Hindhead, dramatically reducing the journey time to London. Our cruise business continues to grow. Among the 35 cruise ships to visit the Port in 2012, is Swan Hellenic’s luxury ship Minerva, which has undergone a £10 million re-fit.
ISSUE 1 SPRING/SUMMER 2012
travel
Welcome to Portsmouth International Port, which looks forward to a busy and exciting year in 2012.
Cover: Hebridean Princess coming into Port August 2011. Photograph by Chris Pearsall
I hope you continue to enjoy using the Port’s facilities and reading our new magazine, Stay Connected. Martin Putman Port Manager
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contents
Charles Dickens (Age 27) by Daniel Maclise, 1839 © Tate, London 2011
contents travel
style
local history
14 Days Out A guide to the best local attractions
6 Travelling Trends A guide to three key spring/summer trends
4 Literature Celebrating Charles Dickens
around the port
sport
38 Port News
34 Olympics Sailing regatta in preview
18 Destinations Desirable places served from Portsmouth 22 Cruise Classy ships calling at the Port
40 Maps
people 8 Opinions – What they say Visitors tell Stay Connected what they make of the new Port terminal
39 Profile David Jones, Port Health Officer
property
35 Other sports Watersports, Tour De France, Le Mans
24 Second homes abroad
events
business
32 What’s on Events, concerts and festivals
28 Portsmouth prospects
food & drink 10 Restaurants
games
A selection of the best places to eat and drink in Portsmouth
11 Tall order Review of world food restaurant, Giraffe
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36 Kids Fascinating facts, quizzes and puzzles
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No-fly cruises from Portsmouth with Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery FO THOSE
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All cruises are subject to availability. Swan Hellenic and Voyages of Discovery are trading names of All Leisure Holidays ltd. Full booking terms and conditions apply. See brochures for full terms and conditions.
local history
legacy
Literary
Charles Dickens, engraving by R. Graves © Charles Dickens Museum, London
As the birthplace of Charles Dickens, Portsmouth is celebrating the bi-centenary of his birth this year Portsmouth City Council
You can see pages from the original, handwritten manuscript of Nicholas Nickleby, with all the author’s crossings out, scribbling and inkblots in a novel with local roots. A Tale of One City runs at Portsmouth City Museum until 4 November. Admission is free. www.portsmouthmuseums.co.uk
Dickens guided walks These free walks – on selected Saturdays and Sundays, twice a month until September – show where the Dickens family lived and worked. Led by Portsmouth tourist guides, they start at the Victory Gate (the entrance to the Historic Dockyard) and finish at the City Museum.
Charles Dickens birthplace
Dickens was born on 7 February 1812 at 1 Mile End Terrace, Portsea, not far from today’s Portsmouth International Port. This was the first married home of his parents, John and Elizabeth Dickens, and is now the Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum.
Readings from Dickens On the first Sunday of each month (April to September), you can hear readings from a selection of Charles Dickens’ works, by members of the family. They take place at 3pm, lasting around 45 minutes, and are included in the usual admission price, no booking required. www.charlesdickensbirthplace.co.uk
A Tale of One City Special events throughout the year include a unique exhibition at Portsmouth City Museum, A Tale of One City. This explores life in Portsmouth in Dickens’ time and examines the themes of his writing – health and wealth, children and family life.
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• Early Years: He was the second of eight children, and his father was a pay clerk in the Royal Navy, who was stationed in Portsmouth. John Dickens always lived beyond his means and the family experienced many financial problems.
Dates: 31 March, 14 April, 28 April, 12 May, 26 May, 9 June, 23 June, 7 July, 21 July, 4 August, 18 August. 8 September and Sunday 9 September (Heritage Open Days).
• Early work: Journalist. His first fictional story was published when he was 24, and his debut novel, The Pickwick Papers, was serialized between April 1836 and November 1837. It was a great success and he has never been out of print since.
Portsmouth City Council
This is a great place to start exploring his life, with its comfortable Regency atmosphere in contrast to the later financial troubles of Dickens’ childhood. Here you will find an authentic atmosphere fully-furnished parlour, dining room, bedroom and household items. Exhibits include Dickens’ personal possessions, such as his snuff box and the couch on which he died.
Charles Dickens
• Most succesful novel: A Tale of Two Cities, which has sold 200 million copies. His own favourite, (most autobiographical): David Copperfield. • Death: He died in June 1870. Against his wishes, he was buried in Westminster Abbey in Poet’s Corner (he wanted a quiet and private burial in Rochester Cathedral). Visit: www.dickens2012.org See Conan Doyle/ Sherlock Holmes, page 14
Bi-centenary celebrations
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SAIL FROM PORTSMOUTH With Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines & Sussex Cruise Club With cruising becoming increasingly popular, early booking is strongly recommended – especially so with growing demand for award-winning Fred. Olsen’s cruises. You can guarantee your choice of ship, itinerary and cabin – PLUS booking early ensures you get access to great offers. We work particularly closely with Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines and can often offer excellent additional benefits and prices when you make your reservation with us.
Caribbean Voyage – no fly
France’s Christmas Markets
Canary Islands Christmas
Canary Islands & Portugal
St. Lucia
Christmas market
Tenerife
Lisbon
Departs 18th November 2012 28 nights – Boudicca
Departs 16th December 2012 4 nights – Boudicca
Departs 20th December 2012 16 nights – Boudicca
Departs 13th March 2013 14 nights – Boudicca
Portsmouth, Funchal (Madeira), Bridgetown (Barbados), St. George’s (Grenada), Castries (St. Lucia), St. John’s (Antigua), Basseterre (St. Kitts), Philipsburg (St. Maarten), Road Town (Tortola), Ponta Delgada (Azores), Portsmouth
Portsmouth, Cherbourg (France), overnight stay in Rouen (France), Portsmouth
Portsmouth, Tangier (Morocco), Arrecife (Lanzarote), Las Palmas (Gran Canaria), Santa Cruz (Tenerife), San Sebastian (La Gomera), Santa Cruz (La Palma), Funchal (Madeira), Lisbon (Portugal), Portsmouth
Portsmouth, Funchal (Madeira), Santa Cruz (La Palma), Santa Cruz (Tenerife), Las Palmas (Gran Canaria), Arrecife (Lanzarote), Lisbon (Portugal), Leixoes, for tours to Oporto (Portugal), Portsmouth
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Inside twin Outside twin Superior outside twin Suites Singles
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£409 £489 £599 £749 £689
PLUS £40 On Board Spend or FREE transfers
Inside twin Outside twin Superior outside twin Suites Singles
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PLUS £160 On Board Spend or FREE transfers
Inside twin Outside twin Superior outside twin Suites Singles
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£1,109 £1,309 £1,639 £2,029 £1,869
PLUS £140 On Board Spend or FREE transfers
We have been selling cruises for over 25 years and pride ourselves on finding the right cruise for each individual – always going the extra mile (or nautical mile)! The Sussex Cruise Club is free to join and offers a host of benefits including free door to door taxi transfers*, pre and post cruise, giving you the best possible start and end to your holiday. Other benefits include exclusive invitations to cruise events and promotional days, additional discounts and exclusive visits to see ships in Southampton, Portsmouth and Dover.
To check availability, to make a booking or to join the Sussex Cruise Club, please call on 01243 871 664 or email info@sussex-cruiseclub.co.uk
Prices are per person, based on standard occupancy of the lowest grade of cabin category. Bookings are subject to the Terms and Conditions detailed in the Fred. Olsen Cruises Worldwide 2012/2013 2nd edition brochure. Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines reserves the right to amend itineraries and other arrangements for operational reasons. Some ports may be at anchor. On Board Spend is per cabin and transfer options are subject to availability. Intermediate days are at sea. E&OE. *Only for passengers residing in SCC pick up area on selected sailings.
style
Peruna Floral Top, M&S, £29.50
Power f lorals
Floral Bow Headband, Next, £5.00
Floral patterns are always popular when the sun shines, but this year in particular prints are bolder than ever – in colour and size. Don’t be afraid to stand out with a gorgeous red or orange floral dress, but remember, if you’re wearing one floral item, keep accessories and other clothes simple. Alternatively, if your outfit is quite plain and in need of a burst of summer life, use a bold flowery bag or pair of sandals to brighten it up. The Cath Kidston Carry All is both feminine, and practical for travel. Royal Rose White Carry-all, Cath Kidston, £28.00
Travelling
Lizzie Pansy Print Maxi, Fat Face, £48.00
Trends Fashions for spring/summer 2012 include monochrome, lace, transparent shoes, pleats, pastels and florals By Natalie Todd
Fortunately, statements on the catwalk are made a lot more wearable for the high street, and less outrageous. Gunwharf Quays is home to an excellent array of shops, many offering outlet prices, so you can create outfits for less. Here is a guide to three key trends, and some pieces that will be stylish, comfortable and perfect to pop in your suitcase.
Floral Red Dress, YUMI, £55.00
Top, Ted Baker, £89.00
Spring Bouquet Mini Bag, Cath Kidston, £38.00
Wedge Sandal, Clarks, £54.99
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style
Monochrome Monochrome is a great trend, as it’s much easier to put together an outfit with two colours, and choosing accessories is simple! If you’re looking for a practical day-time option, the striped tunic from White Stuff is both flattering and comfortable, with a nautical seaside twist.
Dress, YUMI, £45.00
For evenings, monochrome will always look chic. Choose a structured dress for ultimate elegance and cover up with a smart blazer or cardigan when it gets cooler.
Row your boat tunic, White Stuff, £35.00
Flip Flops, Ted Baker, £50.00
Dolce & Gabbana sunglasses, £192.00 (Sunglass Hut)
Stripe Blazer, Next, £28.00
Quilted Chain Bag, M&S, £25.00
Ice cream pastels Sugary-sweet pastel colours are popular this year, and there is a shade to suit everyone’s skin tone and hair colour! You don’t have to work the trend top-to-toe, instead a simple top is a fantastic way to rejuvenate a skirt or pair of jeans, and doesn’t have to break the bank. Taking a couple of pairs of shorts or trousers on holiday with several tops means you’ll have lots of different outfits with minimum packing space required! The gorgeous Kurt Geiger studded flats are great for a long day sightseeing, as well as being super-stylish.
Coral Vest, M&S, £19.50 Vogue sunglasses, £81.00 (Sunglass Hut) Blue Pocket Blouse, M&S, £25.00
Ballet Pumps, Kurt Geiger, £45.00
Wedge Sandal, Lilac Suede, Clarks, £89.99
Cath Kidston - 023 9283 2982 Clarks - 023 9283 8578 Fat Face - 023 9286 5293 Kurt Geiger - 023 9283 2102 M&S - 023 9277 9822 Next - 023 9283 5710 Sunglass Hut - 023 9283 7671
Block Top, Next, £26.00
Ted Baker - 023 9275 0360 White Stuff - 023 9229 8112 Yumi - 023 9229 1030
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opinions
say
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Visitors tell Stay Connected what they make of the new Port terminal Mrs Tommy, Hayling Island What do you think of the new terminal? “It’s spotlessly clean, and very smart. It’s almost like an airport terminal.”
Pauline, France What do you think of the new terminal? “It’s very clean.”
Where are you going today? “Well, actually, I’ve just come to have a cup of coffee here with my family, but I have visited St Malo, Bilbao and Santander from Portsmouth, and I’d love to go on a Norwegian Cruise.”
Where are you going today? “It’s my first time on a ferry. I am going home to Caen in France.”
Elaine, France What do you think of the new terminal? “I was quite attached to the old terminal building, but this one is even better.”
John Waterfield, works at First Wessex What do you think of the new terminal? “It is lovely, and it’s great for business meetings and coffee. I’m here with two colleagues today having a meeting, but I often go to Caen from Portsmouth.”
Mathilde, London What do you think of the new terminal? “It’s cool, and very big. I go back to my childhood home in France quite often through the port.”
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Where are you going today? “Back home to France, but I work in Chichester. I come over here every two weeks to work. I used to live in England, but I moved to Caen recently, I love it there, it’s a lovely seaside port.”
Sandra and Alan, London What do you think of the new terminal? “It is very clean, and smart.” Where are you going today? “To our holiday home near Bilbao. We use the ferry quite often.”
Charles, Oxford, and Alice, France What do you think of the new terminal? Charles: “It’s fantastic! My niece (Alice) has been over to visit, so we aren’t travelling today, but I use the ferry a few times a year to visit family in France.”
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eating out
Delights
Culinary
A selection of the best places to eat and drink in Portsmouth and Southsea
Brasserie Blanc Found on the ground floor of No.1 Gunwharf Quays is Brasserie Blanc, opened by owner Raymond Blanc on April Fools Day 2009. With a large dining terrace, as well as plenty of room inside, guests are encouraged to relax and enjoy simple, quality food in a casual environment. A varied and reasonably priced menu, Brasserie Blanc pride themselves on authentic French recipes, inspired by Raymond’s childhood in Besançon. 023 9289 1320 www.brasserieblanc.com
Fire and Stone
Loch Fyne Situated waterside in the Vulcan Building is Loch Fyne, short-listed for ‘Best Chain’ in the 2012 Hi Life Awards. These restaurants are renowned for their fresh fish menu, featuring oysters and salmon sourced from Loch Fyne itself, all served in comfortable and fresh surroundings. There is something for everyone, and customers can choose from a cold fish counter, à la carte menu, daily specials and seasonal dishes – all made with fresh ingredients. 023 9277 8060 www.lochfyne.com
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Fire & Stone overlooks the harbour at Gunwharf, an idyllic spot to enjoy a lunchtime or evening meal. The menu is a combination of delicious pizzas, flavoursome pastas and hearty salads. Customers are able to see pizza production in full swing courtesy of the open plan kitchen, and food is enjoyed in the modern, stylish dining room, fitted with reclaimed timber and coloured booths. You can sit outside on the sun terrace and indulge in some of the best views of the harbour. 0844 371 2553 www.fireandstone.com
Rosie’s Vineyard Rosie’s Vineyard opened in Southsea in 1983, and serves dishes like Beef Wellington, seared salmon and char-grilled duck breast, alongside a large range of wines. On Friday evening and Sunday lunchtime, there is live Jazz music, and with seating for up to 120 people, it is a great venue. 023 9275 5944 www.rosies-vineyard.co.uk
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Old Customs House Once the administrative headquarters for HMS Vernon, this grand building is now home to the Old Customs House, Gunwharf Quays’ only traditional pub. It serves food and an award-winning array of ales in a cosy, inviting atmosphere. Perfect for casual diners, the leather sofas and open fireplaces create a great place to unwind. The menu includes everything from beef lasagne to classic ploughman’s lunch, or whole lemon sole. With a refurbishment planned for 2012, this historic canal-side spot will be even more appealing. 023 9283 2333 www.fullers.co.uk
Tall order Natalie Todd reviews a world food restaurant Overlooking the water at Gunwharf in Portsmouth is the welcoming world-food restaurant, Giraffe. A friend and I paid a visit to have our first taste of what it has to offer. Spacious and inviting, we instantly felt at home – colourful booths and motivational quotes printed on the walls make the restaurant fun. Deliberating over food, we chose two cocktails, and two glasses full of color arrived soon afterwards. The ‘Skinny Passion Margarita’ packed an excellent punch and was the perfect mix of sweet and sour. However, despite the promising fruit-filled appearance of the ‘Pimms Mojito Cooler,’ it wasn’t any more exciting than my homemade mix.
abarbistro Nestling alongside the historic Camber Docks in Old Portsmouth, a stone’s throw from Gunwharf, independently owned abarbistro is found. Having featured in the ‘Good Food Guide,’ the restaurant offers a combination of bistro classics, such as belly of pork, combined with global favourites, like falafels. Visitors can dine al fresco on the terrace or in the secluded garden, or warm themselves in front of an open fire indoors. With a stunning view of the Spinnaker Tower, this is an excellent place to enjoy food at any time of the day. 023 9281 1585 www.abarbistro.co.uk
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Giraffe prides itself on taking inspiration from all over the world for the menu, and it was great to see so many original ideas and flavours. For starters, we chose ‘Crunchy Coconut Shrimp’ - coated in a delicious coconut batter, the shrimps were served with a sweet chilli and lime sauce – the perfect dipper. We also had lightly fried ‘Potstickers,’ filled with chicken, accompanied by a soy and chilli sauce. The unique blend of flavours in both dishes came together wonderfully, leaving us wishing for more. Then arrived our main course. First was the Classic Burger – a little more traditional. The 100% beef burger didn’t disappoint, served in a floury soft roll with a side of ‘skin-onfries,’ a burger done well. Our toppings were
a generous portion of avocado, flavoursome chorizo and mature cheddar, chosen from a long list of extras. We also had the seasonal Jambalaya, the juicy combination of chorizo, prawns, chicken and vegetables filled the creamy rice. The rice was far from stodgy (something a lot of restaurants seem to get wrong) and was served with crispy leeks.
Natalie gets a ‘pizza the action’
The friendly waiter recommended two puddings, and, not able to resist we had both – a generous helping of the flavoursome White Chocolate, Mascarpone & Passion Fruit Cheesecake and melt-inyour-mouth Banana Waffle Split. Simple but delicious, and an excellent conclusion to our inspired feast. Variety and knowledgeable staff seem to be the key at Giraffe, so if you’re looking to try somewhere special, with great food in a relaxed environment, it will not disappoint. The prices and portions are excellent, and with menus for breakfast, brunch and dinner – and seasonal options too – this is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat at any time. 023 9283 3787 www.giraffe.net
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hotels
Where to
stay
Louise Gillespie gives recommendations of some of the hotel options in the area
Queen’s Hotel, Southsea Built by Augustus Livesay in 1861, Southsea House was transformed from a large private home to become the Queen’s Hotel, one of the first hotels in Southsea. In 1891, however, a huge fire burnt it to the ground. It was rebuilt in 1903, in the Edwardian design enjoyed by visitors today. This historical hotel has 72 rooms, many boasting a balcony or sea-view, overlooking the Solent. There is The Princess Restaurant for dining, and a choice of two bars – Duke’s Bar and Libby’s Champagne Bar. www.queenshotelportsmouth.com 023 9282 2466
The Clarence Hotel, Southsea
Hilton Portsmouth, Farlington
This award-winning adults only boutique hotel is situated just a few hundred yards from the seafront. With little touches such as complimentary slippers and a nightly turndown service, complete with handmade chocolates, this is a fantastic place to find a little luxury.
Just outside the city, and under 10 minutes from Portsmouth International Port, this is a great, convenient hotel, with plenty of options to keep you occupied on-site. Enjoy a game of tennis, spend some time at the gym, or relax and book a treatment with the beautician.
Originally an Edwardian residence, it has been stylishly converted to create eight individually designed suites with inspiring names like ‘Luella Cherry’ and ‘Follow Your Heart.’ Included in your stay is a freshly cooked gourmet breakfast, as well as a choice of movies, music and a parking space. www.theclarencehotel.co.uk 023 9287 6348
In the evening, you can have dinner at the Tradewinds restaurant, or a nightcap at the bar. Every room has high-speed Internet and an LCD television, so you can keep up-todate with the rest of the world. www.hilton.com 023 9221 9111
The Ocean Hotel Suites and Apartments, Southsea
There are different accommodation options
With a range of accommodation on offer, guests
benefit from the privileges of staying at a hotel.
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Summer in the City The historic waterfront city of Portsmouth is bursting with things to do. It has a rich naval history, museums a-plenty, and endless shops, restaurants and bars. With so much to do, immerse yourself in the history and heritage of the city for a couple of days.
Day 1 Begin your exploration of the city on the Renaissance Trail, following a chain motif set in the Millennium Promenade. Interpretation panels lead you through Old Portsmouth, Gunwharf Quays and the Historic Dockyard. Have a break from walking and enjoy the amazing outlook from the top of Britain’s tallest viewing tower, the Spinnaker. Take in views over the Solent to the Isle of Wight, and watch as famous naval ships come into port. While you’re in Gunwharf, visit the nearby Aspex contemporary art gallery, home to work from many new artists. If that’s not your cup of tea, make the most of all the shops, bars and entertainment that Gunwharf has to offer.
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After a long day sightseeing and enjoying what Portsmouth has to offer, the Portsmouth Marriott Hotel makes a great base. Spacious rooms and luxury linens make it a haven to come back to at the end of a busy day.
Day 2 With 800 years of naval history, a stay in Portsmouth wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the Historic Dockyard. This area contains several attractions, all situated within working docks and historic buildings. There is so much to see here, so allow yourself the whole day to enjoy. Stay by the sea at lunchtime with a bite to eat at the Georgian Tearooms or Boathouse No.7.
You can embrace the waterside location at the Sealevel Restaurant, which serves fresh seafood and succulent steaks. Modern, chic, décor makes it a welcoming place to relax with family and friends. The Marriott offers great value packages – including complimentary travel to the city. www.PortsmouthMarriott.co.uk or 023 9238 3151 for more details.
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Conan Doyle / Sherlock Holmes Sir Arthur Conan Doyle created Sherlock Holmes, the famous detective, and his sidekick Doctor Watson. The Arthur Conan Doyle Collection was bequeathed to the city of Portsmouth by Richard Lancelyn Green, one of the leading collectors of the author’s memorabilia. www.conandoylecollection.co.uk Portsmouth History Centre, Central Library, Guildhall Square. 023 9268 8057 A Study in Sherlock This permanent exhibition at Portsmouth City Museum includes unique photographs, film posters, letters from the influential and the famous. There are interactive displays and a narration by the Collection’s patron, Stephen Fry. Admission: FREE www.portsmouthmuseums.co.uk Portsmouth City Museum, Museum Road, Portsmouth. 023 9282 7261
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With six attractions – indoor and outdoor – the Historic Dockyard offers a fantastic chance to spend a full day immersed in the rich naval history of Portsmouth Harbour. World famous ships, the HMS Victory and HMS Warrior (1860) can be found here, as well as the Mary Rose Museum and National Museum of the Royal Navy. If you are looking for a little adventure, Action Stations tests your skill and bravery in an interactive view of the Royal Navy fleet. Bursting with artefacts, crafts, trails, talks, and with expert guides on hand to help, the Dockyard is a great place to enjoy discovering history. Highlights include: a simulation of taking off in a helicopter and flying the Royal Marines into battle; walking the decks of the oldest commissioned warship; the HMS Victory; and the 45 minute boat tour of the harbour, where visitors get up close to modern day warships.
www.historicdockyard.co.uk Open daily 10am to 6pm. Admission: Adults £21.50; Children £15.80; Family £62.15
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Marwell Wildlife, near Winchester
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It’s an exciting year at Marwell, as it celebrates its 40th birthday on 22 May, in line with the unveiling of a huge commemorative mosaic, as well as the re-opening of Penguin World. They have also introduced interactive talks, as well as a fascinating new exhibit for leaf cutter ants.
Also known as Queen Victoria’s Glittering Palace by the Sea, this stunning home is still full of original furnishings, artworks and intimate keepsakes from her private family life with Prince Albert and their nine children. Set in magnificent gardens, with grounds that sweep down to the sea, there is plenty to explore here.
As a registered charity, dedicated to conserving endangered species, Marwell is home to the Partula snail, now extinct in the wild. Spend the day with all sorts of animals, from geckos to kangaroos, hippopotamuses and owls, as well as watching science in action as the monkeys voluntarily enjoy operating computer touch screens. www.marwell.org.uk Open daily from 10am Admission: Adult £18.00; Child £14.00
Marwell Wildlife is home to more than 1,200 animals
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Paultons Park, New Forest This family theme park, on the edge of the New Forest, includes more than 60 rides and attractions. It is set to become even more exciting this year, with the opening of a new ride – MAGMA. Guests enter the caverns of molten rock, discovering Jurassic secrets entombed below, but when MAGMA erupts, you rise and spin out of volcanic smoke, 25 metres into the sky.
Spinnaker Tower Portsmouth’s Spinnaker Tower is perfect for visitors looking for a unique view of the city. Situated by the water at Gunwharf, soaring 170 metres, it boasts unmissable 350° panoramic views over the historic harbour, the Solent and the Isle of Wight. On a clear day, there are views of up to 23 miles from three viewing decks. Deck one is home to a huge glass floor – test your bravery by daring to cross it! Café in the
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From the servants’ quarters to grand state apartments, visitors get a feel of what life was like in the royal couple’s favourite home. There is a café, shop, and visitor centre, aimed at giving guests a taste of the treats in store – and a snapshot of some highlights, as well as displaying personal objects used by the Victorian Royal children, such as tiny shoes and sun bonnets. Several special events are being hosted at the house this year, more information can be found on the ‘What’s On’ page 32 and 33. See www.english-heritage.org.uk for opening times. Admission: Adults from £5; Children from £3
As well as roller-coasters and log flumes, there is a huge indoor play area, exotic birds and a Water Kingdom, all set within beautiful parkland. Paultons is also home to Peppa Pig World, where youngsters discover Peppa’s World in 3 acres of themed fun. See www.paultonspark.co.uk for opening times. Admission: FREE for children under 1 metre; from £21 for Adults and Children over 1 metre
Clouds is found on Deck two, and Deck three is the ‘Crow’s Nest’ – open to the elements. Free audio guides are available on a firstcome-first-served basis to visitors wishing to learn more about the history and landmarks around the area. If you’re looking for an even bigger thrill, daredevils can abseil, over five weekends this year, from a 100-metre platform on the outside of the UK’s tallest public viewing tower. (Dates on page 32) www.spinnakertower.co.uk Open daily 10am to 6pm Admission: Adults £8; Children £6.30
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Desirable destinations are served from Portsmouth in France, Spain and the Channel Islands
Caen With a population of 115,000, Caen is the capital of Calvados and Lower Normandy. Mainly destroyed in 1944, it was rebuilt in the 1950s and 1960s. The town fills with tourlsts in the summer, especially in June when people gather at Caen Memorial for Peace for the Second World War commemoration (www.memorial.fr). Dine in traditional French bistros on the streets off rue de Geôle, or high-class cosmopolitan restaurants in Vaugueux, the pedestrian quarter.
What to see • D-Day Landing Beaches – 15 km away. Take the train to Bayeux and then buses to various beaches commemorating the Normandy Landings on 6 June 1944.
Monuments, bunkers, cemeteries and the beaches themselves – code-named Sword, Juno, Gold, Omaha and Utah – remain inspiring. • The Bayeux Tapestry – a stunning 11th century work depicting the Battle of Hastings in 1066 – is 16 miles from Caen. • The elegant seaside resorts of Deauville and Cabourg are around 30 minutes away. For more information, visit: www.tourisme.caen.fr
Did you know? William the Conqueror inherited the dukedom at the age of seven. His unmarried parents were the 6th Duke of Normandy and the daughter of a tanner
What to see
Cherbourg Cherbourg lies in the Gulf Stream and the climate favours exotic plants. There are 250 acres of green space, 22,000 trees and more than 1,000 palm trees and 70,000 bushes. The biennial Festival of Flowers in May 2012 will attract more than 25,000 visitors to the Château des Ravalets. Expert exhibitors come from all over France, and exchange tips with amateurs and professionals alike.
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Now officially called Cherbourg-Octeville, having absorbed the neighbouring community of Octeville in 2000, it has a population of more than 40,000 people. Cherbourg regularly hosts major sailing events, such as the round-the-world yacht races and the Tall Ships Race. The beaches of the Cotentin peninsula are a few minutes away. There are plenty of places to eat, such as La Marina, a popular seafood restaurant with views over the busy quayside.
• Markets – in the Place de Gaulle from 8.30am on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, and in the Avenue de Normandie on Sundays. • La Cité de la Mer – a huge maritime museum and aquarium in a converted cruise liner terminal, including a decommissioned nuclear submarine. • The Liberation Museum – a fascinating trip back to the Battle of Normandy after D-Day on 6 June 1944. In the Battle of Cherbourg, American troops captured the fortified port after a hard-fought three-week campaign. For more information, visit: www.cherbourgtourisme.com
Did you know? Cherbourg is on the Cotentin Peninsula, the first French territory conquered by the Vikings, who made Cherbourg a port
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Le Havre
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Impressionist painting and in the Musée des
minutes away. The towering, sweeping Pont
Beaux-Arts André Malraux, an art gallery
This City on the mouth of the River Seine is known as the ‘Door to the Ocean’ and it likes to think it combines the dynamism of a modern European port with the charm of a seaside resort. Buzzing nightlife and old docks converted into a shopping centre are two of its attractions.
de Normandie – one of the world’s longest
housed in a strikingly modern building, you
cable-stayed bridges – is the exit route south.
will find an impressive range of works by
Le Havre’s beaches are five minutes from the city centre, and the historic port of Honfleur, where you can feast on mussels (moules),
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Monet, Manet, Renoir, Seurat and Sisley. • Les Bains des Docks – an ultra-modern
• The German-occupied City was completely
waterpark with indoor and heated outdoor
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Auguste Perret. Unesco has recognized Le Havre as a World Heritage Site.
For more information,
• Art – Normandy was the cradle of
visit: www.normandie-tourism.fr
Did you know? Le Havre was originally named Franciscopolis after King Francis I, who founded it in 1517
St Malo The walled ‘Old Town’ (or Intra Muros, meaning within the walls) is full of cobbled streets with ramparts, fortresses and castles. There are colourful shops and restaurants, the perfect setting for family fun or a romantic getaway. The City is twinned with Cowes on the Isle of Wight.
In the walled town, the many restaurants include the stylish Le Chalut, the traditional La Duchesse Anne, and the refined Delaunay. Among the good value restaurants are the Bouche en Folie
St Malo has the highest concentration of seafood restaurants in Europe. The choice includes two restaurants close together in the Chaussée du Sillon, half a mile to the east of the port. The Brasserie du Sillon at no 3 has a 4-course menu for around 32 Euros, while Les Embruns (no 120) has a selection of set price menus from 20 to 70 Euros.
Bilbao Bilbao is capital of the Biscay province in the autonomous Basque region of Spain. It is home to buzzing shops and restaurants, good nightlife and interesting days out. Gran Via is a long shopping street, Bilbao’s bustling main thoroughfare. The central Plaza Moyua, with a fountain and flowerbeds, is a pretty place to pause for a rest. There is also
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What to see • Le Demeure de Corsaire – a privateer’s house dating from 1725 with weapons, booty, model ships and pirate gear.
a pedestrianized medieval Old Town. The City is surrounded by hilly countryside, where hiking and rock climbing are popular. Explore by car, metro or train, and take your pick of beautiful nearby beaches – surfing at Sopelana and Mundaka.
What to see • Guggenheim Museum – considered a masterpiece of modern architecture and one
• Le Grand Aquarium – good for children, explaining the ‘mysteries of the sea’ with 600 different species and a 3D cinema. For more information, visit www.saint-malo-tourisme.com or www.st-malo.info
Did you know? The ‘City of Corsairs’, St Malo was the base for 18th century pirates who extracted tribute from passing ships and plundered the high seas far and wide
of the most important buildings of the last 30 years. • Big Week (Semana Grande) – Bilbao’s annual festival, in the third week in August. Highlights are: street entertainment, nightly fireworks (best viewed from one of the city’s many bridges), and bullfighting. • Pamplona – famed for its Running of the Bulls festival every July; 1 hour 45 minutes away. For more information visit: www.visitbilbao.info
Did you know? Bilbao featured in the opening scenes of the James Bond film The World is Not Enough
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Santander Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the City and Cantabria region, with 11 beaches nearby. A weekend break in Santander or a longer holiday along Spain’s glorious northern coast can be a real delight. The boulevard Alameda de Oviedo is shopping central, with a range of stores, street vendors and bars for a well-earned rest. Look out for fried calamari (squid), clams, red mullet, anchovies, sea bass and sardines. The fish district (Barrio Pesquero) is a great place to start a gastronomic tour.
A replica cave and visitor centre give a
What to see
highlights of Santander, with beaches, a park
• The Altamira Cave famed for its extraordinary prehistoric cave paintings, 20 miles inland.
and a Royal Palace.
Guernsey
Visit a well-lit tunnel complex and see an authentic occupation street and fortifications. • The ‘Cup and Saucer’ (Fort Grey) – a Martello Tower built to fight off Napoleon. Many vessels have come to grief on this treacherous coast and this is now a shipwreck museum. • Guernsey’s sister islands – Harbour ferries to Herm, Sark and Alderney.
St Peter Port, the island’s capital, has a lovely mix of Georgian and Regency buildings, with terraces and tiered gardens linked by steps and hidden alleyways. The Old Quarter bustles with boutiques and bistros. You can shop duty free for perfume, jewellery, wines and spirits. In spring visit the bright bluebell woods near St Peter Port. There are delightful beaches at Cobo, Salina and Varizon Bay.
What to see • La Vallette Underground Military Museum – the Underground Hospital and the German Occupation Museum offer fascinating insight into life under Nazi occupation during WWII.
fascinating insight into this World Heritage Site. • La Magdalena Peninsula – one of the
For more information visit: www.spain.info
Did you know? El Sardinero’s two beaches are called ‘first beach’ (originally for the nobility and upper classes) and ‘second beach’ (for everyone else)
For more information, visit: www.visitguernsey.com
Did you know? The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society, has sold 3 million copies worldwide. The tale of Guernsey under Nazi occupation by Mary Ann Shaffer, encouraged by her book club, was published in 2007
What to see • Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust – the snailarium, one of Jersey’s more unusual attractions. Founded by writer and naturalist Gerald Durrell. Visitors can adopt a snail in return for a small donation. • The Jersey Shell Garden – the largest in the world, with dolphins, mermaids, miniature houses, a church, train, giant clams and thousands of flowers.
Jersey This ‘small island with a big personality’ has French and English influences. Famous as a tax haven, Jersey also has heavenly beaches, wonderful coastal walks, winding lanes, Michelin-starred cuisine, fabulous spas,
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and an array of activities – from abseiling to archery, and from barbecues to trekking on ropes suspended in trees. To the west lie the shimmering white sands of St Ouen’s Bay and vast St Brelade’s Bay, where waves lap up to the hotels then retreat, leaving the pristine beach ideal for swimming, sunbathing and games.
For more information, visit: www.jersey.com
Did you know? More than £187 billion is deposited in Jersey banks at any one time
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European Icons Get some early sun on Voyages of Discovery’s mv Discovery for a 15-day cruise of Europe Icons from £899 per person, starting in Istanbul and finishing in Portsmouth. Discover Istanbul, Rome and Piraeus, also known as the ‘Gateway to Athens’ on this unforgettable cruise through some of Europe’s most beautiful countries including Spain, Corsica, Italy and Greece. The price stated above applies to two people sharing an inside cabin and includes all meals, entertainment and tips on board and all relevant cruise taxes/fees, plus onboard lectures from a team of great speakers. It also includes flights from a major London airport and transfers.
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In June, Voyages of Discovery takes in the D-Day Landing in Normandy, Dunkirk and beyond. This nine-day cruise from Portsmouth, starts on 5 June, and promises an inspirational journey of remembrance, learning and discovery – history revisited. Join guest speaker Brigadier Hugh Willing, a professional soldier with 36 years’ experience, who will lead commemorative ceremonies on
board and pull back the veil on Hitler’s Europe and the many famous battlefields in a series of fascinating and engaging lectures. Cruise from £699 per person based on an inside cabin. Price includes an 8-night voyage departing from Portsmouth (UK) and calling at Cherbourg (France), St Peter Port (Guernsey, Channel Islands), Rouen (France) – overnight, Dunkirk (France), Heliogoland (Germany), IJmuiden (Netherlands) before arriving at Harwich (England); meals, entertainment and gratuities on board and all relevant cruise taxes/fees, plus onboard lectures from a team of renowned speakers.
Best of British Blending superb scenery, famous sights, historic monuments, wild isles and capital cities the cruise companies aim to offer the ‘best of British.’ Marco Polo, operated by Cruise and Maritime Voyages, departs Portsmouth in May for a 9-night Diamond Jubilee British Isles culture and landscapes cruise to the Scilly Isles, Cardiff, Isle of Man, Belfast and Leith. Heritage of the British Isles, a 15-day cruise aboard Voyage of Discovery’s ship Discovery,
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by our islands’ history’, leaving Portsmouth on 6 June. The mountains of Snowdonia, Highlands of Scotland, rugged coastline, offshore islands, historic castles, magnificent houses and gardens are all on the agenda.
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A chance to visit both the Scilly Isles and the Outer Hebrides, at two extremes of the UK, comes in May on a 14-day British and Irish Isles cruise aboard NG Explorer. It promises ‘history, culture and unexpected wilderness.’
is already sold out. A glorious journey of palaces, castles, cathedrals and gardens, it will anchor off Greenwich for the celebrations marking the Queen’s 60-year reign. Swan Hellenic’s Treasures of the British Isles in Minerva offers 15 days of ‘unsurpassed monuments and spectacular scenery shaped
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Contact Cruise and Maritime Voyages, 0845 430 0274 Expeditions, www.expeditions.com www.cruiseandmaritime.com Swan Hellenic, 0844 871 4603 www.swanhellenic.com Voyages of Discovery, 0844 822 0820, visit www.voyagesofdiscovery.co.uk
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Ten Top Travelling Tips 1. S uffering from seasickness is horrible, so it is much better to prevent it before it starts. There are plenty of preventative drugs and devices – like the ‘sea band.’ More natural remedies include crystallized ginger. 2. If you do become seasick, look at the horizon, and focus on the furthest point. Get plenty of fresh air, and drink soda to settle your stomach. 3. Suitcase creasing is the bane of travellers’ lives – for minimum crinkles, roll your clothes, and put tissue paper between delicate items. 4. Take mini-versions of toiletries where possible. You can buy smaller versions, or transfer some into decanters. Not only does it save space, but you don’t have to pack anything last minute. 5. Rather than buying a brand new travel guide, borrow one from your local library. More spending money for holiday! 6. Travelling with kids can be quite difficult. Make sure you take one of their favourite cuddly toys – so that everywhere feels a bit like home. 7. Test your memory and try the “I’m going on a trip” game – great fun for long journeys. The first person starts by saying ‘I’m going on a trip…’ and choosing an item to take (be as inventive as possible!), the second person repeats what the first person says, and adds something new. 8. Check the weather before you go, and pack various clothing layers so you are never too hot or too cold. 9. Tell your bank before you go away. Banks are becoming increasingly concerned about card usage abroad, and you don’t want the horrible shock of not being able to access money. 10. Relax and enjoy yourself. Holidays are all about making memories, and even little mishaps should be remembered with laughter.
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Home thoughts from Property in France remains popular with the Brits France is easily accessible from the UK and Paris is only a two-hour drive from Cherbourg, Caen or Le Havre. There is a wide selection of properties to suit every pocket. France is also rich in history, architecture, traditions and food and drink. These are the right ingredients to make it an ideal location for a second home. Mark Harvey, Knight Frank, says: “Despite the economic turbulence of the past few years, interest for certain parts of France and French property has continued unabated. Buyers have continued to focus on the more established locations which have historically shown the greatest support and liquidity in times of uncertainty. “Areas such as Les Alpilles, the Cote d’Azur, Courchevel and Paris are perhaps the best examples of this outperformance which is fuelled in part by continued international demand, a resurfacing domestic market and tight supply constraints. The British still form a healthy proportion of these buyers.” Knight Frank, 020 7629 8171, www.knightfrank.co.uk
Moving on up Mobile homes are becoming more popular than ever as an alternative to bricks and mortar. They are affordable, detached, spacious and modern. They are also transportable. So if you fancy a change of scenery you can up sticks and move along with your home and belongings. Mobile home parks offer excellent on-site facilities, like swimming pools and bars. They are usually open all year, so you can visit as often as you wish and stay as long as you like. Caravans in the Sun are one of the UK’s largest export mobile home dealerships. They offer a variety of locations abroad, including France, Spain, Portugal and the Greek Island of Zante Clark, the Caravans in the Sun Marketing Manager, says: “In France the most popular destination is the Vendee region, with its
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Anne Mizrachi, of French Property Agents Latitudes, reports that Northern France has always been and remains a very popular area with their British clients. “Over one third of our new clients in 2012 are looking in Northern France including Pas de Calais, Brittany, Pays de la Loire, Ile de France and Normandy. “The Notaires de France/INSEE indexes revealed an increase in the prices of new apartments and in old houses in most of Northern France between September 2010 and September 2011. For instance the average price of old houses in Lille (Pas de Calais) went up by 5.2% (average price: £188,000) and the average price (per m2) of new apartments in Haute Normandie rose by 6.5% (average price: £3,136 per m2).” Latitudes, 020 8387 4090 www.latitudes.co.uk
Second homes 10 tips on managing an overseas property by Anne Mizrachi 1. Location. Make sure that you can travel easily and cheaply to your property. Availability of transport by road, rail and air is important. 2. Choose the right house or apartment. Do you want to spend your holiday gardening? If not, buy a house with a small garden or a courtyard (lock up and leave property). Want a swimming pool? Consider buying on a domaine with a communal pool. 3. Finances. Look carefully into the legal, taxation and other relevant issues. 4. Bills. Direct debits provide a useful way of paying the various bills on your property (gas, electricity, telephone, broadband). 5. Make friends with your French neighbours. They will keep an eye on the property when you are away and will inform you of any problems. They might even help you with the maintenance of the garden and open the door to the cleaner.
own micro climate – it boasts 2,600 hours of sunshine per year. Yet it is only 3 hours and 30 minutes’ drive from the Saint Malo ferry port. Prices start from £4,995 for a re-sale home and £18,995 for a brand new home sited and ready to use on a 4 star mobile home park. “In Spain the most popular destination is the Costa del Sol with hot summers (temperatures of 32ºC on average) and warm winters.” Prices start from £14,995 for a resale home and £19,995 for a brand new home sited and ready to use on a mobile home park opposite the beach. This year the company has a new prospect in a “fabulous park” 45 minutes from La Rochelle, near Luçon. You can become a co-owner of the site with your own plot from £31,340 + 9% notary fee. The site has a swimming pool and lakes with new homes on-site from £21,995 + land. Caravans in the Sun, 0800 6 44 45 46 (UK), 07939 123 345, www.caravansinthesun.com
6. Work or repairs. Use the local firms; it will help you become part of the community. Ask your French neighbours for recommendations. 7. Status of the property. Decide whether your property is simply a holiday house or a cherished second home with items of value (sentimental or financial). 8. You decide to rent out your property. Choose between short holiday lets or long-term rentals. 9. Get your property ready to let. Make it rental friendly – elegant but sturdy furniture, good beds, and little clutter. 10. Managing rentals. Find a property management company or ask your neighbours if they know of anyone to look after the place and the visitors (for a fee). The author works for Latitudes, French Property Agents.
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Pick of the Port The Royal Clarence Marina development by the Berkeley Group is more than 75% finished, having started in 2001. Eventually, there will be 698 homes as well as commercial, leisure and office space. The Chandlers, a recent stage in the Royal Clarence Marina in Gosport, has now sold 60% of its 43 units. Those still available include 2,000 sq ft premium apartments with two bedrooms and great views for £325,000. The development echoes the original Georgian building, which had to be
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demolished after Second World War bombing raids. “The development is very special as it pays homage to the rich Naval history of the site,” said Janine Leadbeater, from Berkeley Southern, “with refurbished heritage apartments and newly built apartments and houses all designed in conjunction with English Heritage to ensure the Georgian atmosphere and style are captured throughout.” This new building balances Royal Clarence Marina’s waterfront, she added, “as it mirrors the painstakingly restored Georgian Granary and Bakery (completed in 2009) and it has brought symmetry to the waterfront missing for 70 years”.
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In 2009 Flagstaff House was released and The Salthouse apartments came on the market the following year. The Chandlers was finished and released in 2011. One- and two-bed units, including duplexes, are on the market at The Malthouse for £140,00 and £180,000.
Within Royal Clarence Marina there are businesses, a restaurant, café, offices and shops so there is a lively community breathing life back into historic buildings. Berkeley, the developers of Gunwharf Quays, have worked closely with English Heritage and conservation specialists.
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“It is estimated that infrastructure spending will lever in an extra £1 billion of spending from the private sector into the City in the coming few years. So I would urge people to come to the City to work, live and just visit. Discover its two wonderful theatres, unique shopping and restaurants at Gunwharf and Southsea, The Spinnaker Tower and the great British seaside.
Portsmouth will undergo transformational change over the next 20 years that will result in significant employment and population growth, according to the City Council. The development of the local economy, regeneration of the City and planned office, industrial, hotel, retail and housing developments will take Portsmouth to a new level.
“Indeed the enthusiasm from business is so great that a further space company has recently announced that it is relocating from Surrey. Welcome to Portsmouth, gateway to the world and now the universe!”
Going bananas A new £2.6 million warehouse aims to keep the Port at the forefront of UK fruit importing. It’s the result of investment by the city-owned and operated MMD (Shipping Services) Ltd.
Port’s key role Portsmouth International Port makes a crucial contribution to the local economy, researchers have found. The independent analysts believe the Port’s value to the City is worth more than £71 million. Councillor Mike Hancock MP
An Economic Impact Study has shown that the Port is directly responsible for 805 full time equivalent jobs in and around the City. When the Port’s spending is taken into account, a total of 1,595 jobs rely on the Port. A master plan for the Port up until 2026 was published late last year. Highlights of the plan: • to develop a dedicated cruise berth, allowing future growth • 15 years of forecast to indicate potential areas of infrastructure for investment • 6 major strategies recommended – major infrastructure investment, corporate responsibility, land use, business planning, carbon reduction and improved energy management, and future infrastructure. Financial and traffic forecasts have allowed
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the Master Plan to be developed. See the Master Plan at: www.portsmouth-port.co.uk Councillor Mike Hancock, MP for Portsmouth South, expects the plan to change during its 15-year life-time. Councillor Hancock is the Executive Member of Portsmouth City Counil’s Planning, Regeneration and Economic Development, with responsibility for the Port. Mike Hancock said: “Portsmouth has built the technology that people have used to explore the world with. This used to be ships and still is to a degree, but that is now changing to space technology and the universe! This is obviously challenging but it is a challenge that the City and the Port itself with its new terminal building is determined to meet.
A year after construction started, the 3,750m² warehouse opened in 2012, it provides more flexibility and perfect storage conditions for companies bringing fruit, vegetables and other fresh produce into Britain from all over the world.
Sectors Aerospace Portsmouth has a thriving aerospace industry and is home to a number of flagship aerospace companies, such as EADS Astrium, H+S Aviation, and Portsmouth Aviation. Marine / Maritime Marine sector comprises: defence, recreational marine, transport marine, and fisheries. More than 7,000 people work in 250 organizations in the City and these figures increase to 13,300 and 800 respectively for the City region. Companies based in Portsmouth include BAE Systems,
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March Monday 12 – Sat 17 March Chicago Venue: Kings Theatre, Southsea Time: Mon-Fri 7.30pm, Sat-Sun 5pm & 8.30pm Price: £20-£35 Contact: 023 9282 8282
Friday 6 – Monday 9 April Gentle Giants & Wild Egg Hunt Venue: Marwell Wildlife, Winchester Time: 10am-5pm Price: From £11 Contact: www.marwell.org.uk
Thursday 12 April Fireman Sam Venue: Kings Theatre, Southsea Time: 1pm Price: £11-£13 Contact: 023 9282 8282
Wednesday 4 – Sunday 8 April Cinderella on Ice Venue: Kings Theatre, Southsea Price: £14-£28 Contact: 023 9282 8282
Saturday 14 April Titanic 100 Dinner Authentic meal from the Titanic menu, and entertainment included Venue: Groundlings Theatre, Kent Street, Portsmouth Time: 8pm Price: From £26 Contact: 023 9273 7370
Thursday 5 – Sunday 8 April Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Venue: Groundlings Theatre, Kent Street, Portsmouth Price: From £6.50 Contact: 023 9273 7370 Thursday 5 – Monday 9 April SPI Ouest-France Regatta The largest gathering of yachts in Europe, in a picturesque seaside town Venue: La Trinite-Sur-Mer, Brittany Contact: www.spi-ouestfrance.com Friday 30 March – Sunday 15 April Easter Gift Fair Venue: Gunwharf Quays Time: 10am-5pm Price: Free Contact: 023 9283 6700 Saturday 31 March to Sunday 15 April Chocolate at the Tower A series of exciting Easter events for chocolate lovers Venue: Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Time: 10am-6pm Price: From £6.30-£8 Contact: 023 9285 7520
April Thursday 5 – Sunday 8 April Panoramas Festival, Morlaix, Brittany A music festival featuring electro, rock and rap, with 45 acts performing over the weekend and a crowd of 20,000 expected. Price: Tickets start at around £40 Contact: www.festivalpanoramas.com
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Friday 6 April Semana Santa Good Friday celebrations – many exciting events including parades with drums and trumpets Venue: Bilbao Contact: www.spain.info Friday 6 – Monday 9 April Easter Farm Animals at Gunwharf Quays Venue: Gunwharf Time: 10am-4pm Price: Free Contact: 023 9283 6700
Saturday 14 - Sunday 15 April Spirit of the 1940s Weekend of living history, recreating the atmosphere of those momentous years Venue: Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower, Portsmouth Time: 10am-5pm Price: £5-£10 Contact: 023 9250 5600 Saturday 14 – Sunday 22 April Guernsey Spring Floral Festival Walks, talks, lectures and workshops – to be enjoyed by gardening experts and beginners alike Time: Programme available on www.visitguernsey.com Contact: 01481 723552 Tuesday 24 – Saturday 28 April Calamity Jane Performed by South Downe Musical Society Venue: Kings Theatre, Southsea Time: 2.30pm matinee, 7.30pm evening Price: from £9 Contact: 023 9282 8282
Saturday 8 – Monday 9 April Easter Egg Trail at the Dockyard Venue: Historic Dockyard Time: 11am-5pm Price: Free with a valid ticket Contact: 023 9289 3316
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May Saturday 5 – Sunday 13 May Guernsey Spring Walking Week Walks for all interests and abilities will be on offer covering history, wildlife, heroes and folklore, taking visitors through some stunning Channel Islands scenery. Contact: www.visitguernsey.com Sunday 6 – Monday 7 May Food & South Downs Fair Local produce to buy, tastings, cookery classes and demonstrations. Venue: Weald & Downland Open Air Museum, Chichester Time: 10.30am-5pm Price: £5.40-£10 Contact: 01243 811363
Tuesday 22 May Happy Birthday Marwell! Grand opening of penguin home, and unveiling of wildlife mosaic Venue: Marwell Wildlife, Winchester Time: 10am-5pm Price: From £11 Contact: www.marwell.org.uk Friday 25 – Sunday 27 May Jersey International Motoring Festival Venue: Jersey, Island Wide Time: 10am-5pm Price: Free Contact: www.jerseyinternationalmotoringfestival.com
June Sunday 3 – Tuesday 5 June Diamond Jubilee celebrations Grand parade, equestrian show, Victorian funfair and a brass band Venue: Osborne House, Isle of Wight Time & Price: TBC Contact: 0870 333 1183 Wednesday 6 June D-Day 68th Anniversary commemorations Venue: Normandy beaches Contact: www.normandiememoire.com
Friday 11 May Hormonal Housewives Venue: Kings Theatre, Southsea Time: 7.30pm Price: £20 Contact: 023 9282 8282 Saturday 12 May – Saturday 19 May Jazz Under the Apple Trees The biggest jazz festival in Western France. With over 100 concerts and street performances. Venue: Coutances, Normandy Contact: www.jazzsouslespommiers.com Friday 18 - Saturday 19 May ‘Museums at Night’ Evening of special activities, including a sleepover. Trails, activities and food provided. Venue: Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower, Portsmouth Time: 6pm Friday-9am Saturday Price: £15 per child - accompanying adults Free Contact: 023 9250 5600 Sunday 20 May Marwell Wildlife 10k & Fun Run Help to raise funds for the animals Venue: Marwell Wildlife, Winchester Time: 10am-5pm Price: £6-£15 Contact: www.marwell.org.uk
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Sunday 17 June Annual Tea Dance Venue: Guildhall Square, Portsmouth Time: 1pm-5pm Price: Free Contact: 023 9283 4698
Sunday 29 July Extreme Explosions! Hands-on activities, a day of fun and science – with the chance to build your own torpedo! Venue: Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower, Portsmouth Time: 10am-5pm Price: £5-£10 Contact: 023 9250 5600
August Wednesday 1 - Friday 31 August The Victorian Beach Traditional fun and games on Queen Victoria’s own private beach Venue: Osborne House, Isle of Wight Time: See www.english-heritage.org.uk for details Price: £6.90-£11.50 Contact: 0870 333 1183 Thursday 9 – Saturday 11 August Barnaby Rudge Adaptation of the Charles Dickens novel Venue: Kings Theatre, Southsea Price: £10-£15 Contact: 023 9282 8282 Saturday 8 - Sunday 9 September Heritage Open Days 2012 at Explosion Behind the scenes of the reserve Gun and Armoury Collection Venue: Explosion! The Museum of Naval Firepower, Portsmouth. Time: 10am-5pm Price: Free Contact: 023 9250 5600
Sunday 17 June Father’s Day Fun Toys for the boys! Archery, vintage tractor driving and air rifles Venue: Weald & Downland Open Air Museum, Chichester. Time: Activities 11am-3pm, Museum 10.30am-6pm Price: £5.40-£10 Contact: 01243 811363
July Sunday 22 July Rare Breed Show Delightful agricultural show, with prizes and craft and trade stands Venue: Weald & Downland Open Air Museum, Chichester Time: Activities 11am-3pm, Museum 10.30am-6pm Price: £5.40-£10 Contact: 01243 811363 Saturday 28 – Sunday 29 July Wildlife Photography Exhibition Venue: Marwell Wildlife, Winchester Time: 10am-6pm Price: From £11 Contact: www.marwell.org.uk
On-going Abseiling at the Tower Weekends throughout the year Venue: Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Time: 10am-6pm Price: £75 Contact: 023 9285 7520 Portsmouth and Southsea Farmers’ Market Third Sunday of every month Venue: Palmerston Road Precinct, Portsmouth Time: 10am-2pm Price: Free Contact: 01420 588671
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Barry Pickthall previews the Olympic and Paralympic regattas in Weymouth in the summer and autumn
In the RSX windsurfer classes, Nick Dempsey and Bryony Shaw who both won Bronze medals in their respective men’s and women’s classes at Beijing, are strong contenders again. Dempsey is the current world champion and Bryony is Britain’s most successful female windsurfer. The Olympic regatta runs from 29 July to 11 August and the Paralympics from 1 to 6 September.
Ben Ainslie (centre) with the British Olympic team
Portsmouth’s Olympic sailing aspirant John Pink and his 49er crewman Rick Peacock are vying to represent Britain at this year’s Olympic sailing regatta starting at Weymouth at the end of July. They must wait until the
of the most successful sailors in the world. If he wins another at Weymouth, he will better the previous record set by Danish ace Paul Elvstrøm who also majored in the Finn singlehander class.
final selection trials are completed in April before they will know whether they have an Olympic berth. At the new Olympic marina facilities in Portland Harbour there are medals up for grabs in 13 classes during the Games and Paralympics that follow in September.
Another looking to better his record is Paul Goodison, the Olympic Laser champion. Having just won the Miami pre-Olympic regatta, he is at the top of his game. So too are Iain Percy and Andrew (Bart) Simpson who aim to repeat their gold medal win in the Star keelboat class four years ago.
They are the target for some 380 crews from 60 nations, and competition could not be stronger.
Team GB selected sailors
RSX men: Nick Dempsey
Finn singlehander class: Ben Ainslie
RSX women: Bryony Shaw
Sailing is one of Britain’s strongest suits.
Laser singlehander class: Paul Goodison
Hopes are high that Team GB, led by triple
470 men: Luke Patience and Stuart Bithell
gold medallist Ben Ainslie, can improve on its record haul of 6 medals, 4 of them gold. Ainslie also has a Silver medal he won at the Sydney Games back in 2000, and, remarkably, has never been beaten since.
470 Women: Hannah Mills and Saskia Clark Star keelboat: Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson
Paralympic sailors Sonar keelboat: John Robertson, Hannah Stodel and Stephen Thomas Skud: Alexandra Rickman and Niki Birrell
Elliot 6m keelboat: Lucy Magregor, Ainnie Lush and Kate Macgregor
His four-strong medal tally makes him one
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World of water Watersports are among the fastest growing activities in Britain, and Portsmouth is a great launching place. By Barry Pickthall Portsmouth offers enormous variety, from dinghy sailing to cruising, powerboating, and diving, to wind and kite surfing. Even better, there are plenty of places to sail to, either across the Solent to the Isle of Wight, eastwards to the equally sheltered natural harbours of Langstone and Chichester, or west to the Hamble River, River Beaulieu and Lymington.
no less than 16 sailing clubs, two dive centres and six marinas, the largest being Port Solent. On the banks of Langstone Harbour is the Portsmouth Watersports Centre, which provides tuition for all ages. For those who prefer to keep their feet dry, there are plenty of seaside experiences to enjoy. You can immerse yourself in 800 years of naval history within Portsmouth’s historic dockyard by going aboard Nelson’s flagship HMS Victory, HMS Warrior, Britain’s first iron warship, as well as view an amazing collection of naval artefacts raised with the wreck of the Mary Rose, the Tudor warship brought to the surface three decades ago having been preserved in Solent mud for four centuries.
For those thinking of putting a toe in the water for the first time, Portsmouth is the coastal capital for sailing and dive schools. There are
The Mary Rose is not on display until later this year, but there is plenty to see just
across the road at the National Museum of the Royal Navy. You can also take a harbour tour around current naval ships, including the aircraft carrier HMS Illustrious. The more adventurous can take a hovercraft ride from Southsea beach to Ryde, catch a ferry right outside Portsmouth Harbour station to Gosport or Ryde Pier, and take the car ferry to Wooten Creek or across to France.
On your bike The 2012 Tour de France starts in Liège, Belgium, on Saturday 30 June and finishes on the Champs Elysées in Paris on Sunday 22 July. The 99th race will have of a prologue and 20 stages, covering a total distance of 3,479 kilometres. The 2011 winner was the 34 year old Australian Cadel Evans. Britain’s Mark Cavendish won the points classification with five stage victories, bringing his tour total to 20 wins. He and his glamour model girlfriend Peta Todd are expecting a baby this summer.
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In February 2012, three times Tour winner Alberto Contador (Spain) was banned for two years for drug taking on a rest day in July 2010 and stripped of that year’s title.
Race for Le Mans The 2012 Le Mans 24-Hour motor race, the 80th running of the great endurance test, takes place on 16 and 17 June.
The Tour de France is great family fun as well as for bike fans – the riders speeding by, followed by cars with race officials, the competing teams with spare bikes, and the publicity convoy of vehicles handing out freebies. On the day the race passes through a town or village there is a sense of excitement, with music, bunting and enthusiastic crowds.
From July 9 to 11, the 13-kilometre Le Mans circuit will resound to the roar of 7,000 classic cars in the fifth classic race. In the autumn, motorcycling fans had an easy ticket to ride when they chose ferries from Portsmouth as their route to their Le Mans 24 Hours Moto race on 8-9 September.
For more details on the route of the Tour de France 2012, see www.letour.fr/2012/TDF/ COURSE/us/le_parcours.html
Brittany Ferries sail regularly to Caen, Cherbourg and St Malo, while LD Lines run a frequent service to Le Havre
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nexpected creepy crawly visitors can sneak into the Port, after hitching a ride halfway around the world.
Tarantulas and black widow spiders have turned up in empty containers and ships’ holds rather than hidden in a bunch of bananas. Phew! And don’t worry, because they don’t get any further than the wharves where the boats are unloaded. It’s a bit of a shock when we spot one because they can be deadly, but we know where to go for the experts to handle the situation. Step forward our clever friends at Marwell Zoo. These guys are amazingly knowledgeable about spiders (did you know there are about 40,000 species in the world?) They know just what to do with any furry eightlegged intruders who’ve sailed all the way from Africa or the Caribbean – give them a good new home at the zoo.
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The oceans are home to up to 80% of the world’s animals
Say hello to Ursula the giraffe at Marwell Zoo
Quick QUIZ 24/02/2012 09:12:06
Portsmouth has been a Port since the 13th century The Earth’s longest mountain range is the MidOcean Ridge, found under the sea
1. How many miles across is the English Channel at the widest point? a)150 miles b) 300 miles c) 50 miles
2. How tall is the
Spinnaker Tower? a) 320m b) 80m c) 170m
3. What is a blue whales Blue whales are the largest animals on our planet, ever! Even bigger than the greatest known dinosaurs
heart the same size as? a) A bathtub b) A small car c) A double-decker bus
Green turtles sometimes travel more than 1,400 miles to lay their eggs
4. Roughly how many ships are there in the world? a) 10,000 b) 50,000 c) 1,000,000
The biggest cruise ship holds 6,360 people Last year, almost 700,000 tonnes of fruit were imported into Portsmouth on ships
5. Who is the Roman God of the sea? a) Neptune b) Minerva c) Jupiter
Answers 1. (a) 2. (c) 3. (b) 4. (b) 5. (a)
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Around the Tiger and giraffe sail via Port Wild animals are among the amazing array of freight transported through Portsmouth International Port. Recent highlights have been a tiger and a giraffe sailing aboard ferries en route for new homes. A female Sumatran tiger sailed from Portsmouth to Caen aboard a Brittany Ferries ship before being transported to Champrépus Zoo in Normandy. The majestic creature travelled in comfort with her handlers and received the VIP treatment reserved for all special cargos.
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Mont St Michel last year: a Capuchin and a Patas monkey destined for Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre near Wareham in Dorset. The animals had been rescued from captivity in Slovenia. That adventure was filmed for an episode of the TV programme ‘Monkey Life,’ shown on
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National Geographic’s Nat Geo Wild channel.
Greyhound coaches have started stopping at Portsmouth International Port for the first time – an extra daily service on its popular route between London and Portsmouth.
The more usual animals to travel on ferries from Portsmouth are domestic dogs and cats, going on holiday with their owners or joining ex-pats on trips back and forth across the Channel. Brittany Ferries have reported a 10% increase in the number of pets carried
The giraffe arrived in Portsmouth in the freight section of a Brittany Ferries ship from Caen. The animal was heading to a new home at the South Lakes Wild Animal Park in the Lake District.
last year (more than 43,000) while LD Lines saw a 29% rise in pet travel on its Portsmouth – Le Havre route. Portsmouth International Port prides itself on
All Greyhound coaches stop right outside the new terminal. Journey times are even quicker now the Hindhead Tunnel has opened, removing a major bottleneck on the A3. Customers benefit from leather seats, power sockets and free wi-fi.
If you are in Portsmouth for a holiday or a cruise, the Isle of Wight is a great place for a day trip – less than 10 minutes with Hovertravel.
Passengers using the Port have the choice of seven Greyhound services a day to and from the Capital, on Monday to Saturday, with six services in each direction on Sunday. Now there are 21 coaches arriving at the Port and leaving for London, Gatwick and Poole daily. National Express runs nine daily services to and from the Port, as well as coaches to London and the North West.
The Isle of Wight offers picturesque villages, dramatic coastal scenery, wind-surfing on the South Coast, and a range of food delights from fish and chips at the Hambrough to a leisurely lunch cooked by the Island’s only Michelin starred chef.
Martin Putman, Manager of Portsmouth International Port, says, “We’re delighted that our passengers now have an even greater choice of direct coaches to and from the Capital, with even faster journeys thanks to the A3 Hindhead Tunnel.”
Queen Victoria had her summer retreat on the Island and Dickens spent several months here writing Great Expectations.
For further information contact Niall Dowds, FirstGroup PR Manager, 01224 650011 niall.dowds@firstgroup.com
Two more unusual passengers arrived at Portsmouth on board the ferry operator’s
its flexibility and expertise in handling freight, whatever the load.
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Hovertravel operates the only passenger hovercraft between Southsea, Portsmouth and Ryde on the Isle of Wight. This great British craft flies above the water at a height of 1.5 metres and at speeds of up to 35 knots. Hovertravel is the quickest way to get from the Isle of Wight to Portsmouth for any cruise lovers living on the Island. www.hovertravel.co.uk
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News in Brief Fred.Olsen is back Fred.Olsen is back in Portsmouth again in 2012, repeating the success of last year’s winter season. This year Boudicca will be operating for an extended period from the Port, bringing more opportunities for passengers to enjoy a winter break and
seasonal visits to European ports and cities and to sunnier climes further south. • The Olympic Torch comes to Portsmouth on 15 July as part of the 70-day torch relay around the UK in the build up to the London Games. The city was chosen by Olympic organizers as ‘one of Britain’s favourite waterfront destinations, packed with things to see and do.’
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At work with... David Jones David Jones, the Principal Port Health Officer, Portsmouth International Port, talks to Lesley Hussell What do you do? We enforce ship hygiene and public health. That includes infectious disease control on vessels and making sure they have an approved plan to deal with any outbreak; we also have a food safety role, inspecting ships’ galleys, just as restaurants get inspected; and we cover disinfestations where there are rats or cockroaches on board. Finally, there is imported food control. Portsmouth is a designated point of entry to the UK for highrisk non-animal products and we check produce for pesticide residues, for example. Why is it important? We’re on the frontline protecting the UK against infectious disease. We make sure no health risk carried by people or produce gets through. Our work covers container ships coming from Africa, South America and the Caribbean, ferries and cruise liners. We passed our latest audit with flying colours. Tell us a story... We’ve had tarantulas and black widow spiders arrive in empty containers and ships’ holds. It’s a bit of a shock when they’re found because they can be deadly, but we have the expertise to handle the situation. We have an arrangement with Marwell Zoo, who give them a new home.
About Portsmouth Harbour • Portsmouth Harbour is known the world over as a Naval Port and home and maintenance base for the Royal Navy. • The Royal Dockyard had its beginnings as long ago as the 13th Century. • Portsmouth International Port, at the end of the M275, opened in June 1976, initially serving two cross-channel companies.
How long have you worked at the Port? Since 1982. What’s the biggest change you’ve seen? The introduction of pet passports. Before them, any cats or dogs coming into the UK had to spend six months in quarantine as a guard against rabies. Now pets can travel freely and owners have jumped at the chance of taking their pets abroad. Before pet passports we saw around 360 animals in quarantine every year – now tens of thousands pass through the Port.
• Portsmouth International Port is owned by Portsmouth City Council and is controlled by the Executive Member for Planning, Regeneration, and Economic Development. • The number of Royal Navy ships now based in Portsmouth has decreased but the facilities within the Naval Dockyard are being used to build and repair boats, not only for the Royal Navy but also for Foreign Navies and commercial ventures too.
• 1977 Channel Islands routes started for a third company.
• Tall Ships, Ocean Racers and Global Challenge vessels have all started from Portsmouth on their sea-going adventures.
• 1 April 2011 New International Port terminal opened, part of of £16.5 million investment.
• Cruise vessels make tourist calls in Portsmouth – 35 booked already in 2012
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What do you like about working at Portsmouth International Port? The variety. Meeting new people, such as the different masters on the ships, food control, ship inspections... no two days are the same. What qualities are needed for a career in port health? You have to be a people person, getting on with people and working with other agencies such as customs and immigration, the shipping companies and importers. You also have to make judgements on the spot.
Portsmouth I N T E R N A T I O N A L Port Contact Port Manager, Martin Putman Ferry Port Manager, Phil Gadd Harbour Master, Captain Rupert Taylor Business Manager, Mark Willcox T: 023 9229 7391 E: info@portsmouth-port.co.uk. www.portsmouth-port.co.uk
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The new terminal
We all hope for a hassle-free holiday, but who can really say that stress levels fall with a journey that starts at the airport. Baggage restrictions, charges to check in, a fight to get seats together – it’s not the perfect start to a getaway! The simple solution this Easter is to put exactly what you want in your own car, and head off from Portsmouth International Port.
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A calm getaway
Once you’ve arrived at Portsmouth International Port the holiday really starts. A brand new passenger terminal awaits – a stunning, spacious glass and steel masterpiece. Designed to promote calm, it’s also one of the most environmentally friendly public buildings in the country. Here you’ll find a café with wonderful views of the harbour. There are shops, bureau de change, and all the other essential services you’d expect from a first class facility at an international travel gateway.
Luxurious cruise ferries
More like ocean-going cruise liners than cross-channel ferries, the Brittany Ferries fleet will get you in the holiday mood. Onboard you’ll discover gourmet restaurants, cinemas, comfortable lounges, exclusive shops, family dining facilities and a range of luxury cabins to rest in. There’s the option of a “fast ferry” for those in a hurry, and two of the larger “cruise ferries” even have a swimming pool for passengers who want more time to relax.
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Diverse destinations
With Brittany Ferries you can choose from a great range of destinations this summer - ports in France and Spain that are really close to holiday hot spots, beautiful coastlines, and famous attractions. Whether you want to relax on the beach, explore forests and mountains, or opt for a city break there’s a choice of route to suit everyone. Family camping holidays, first class hotels, or holiday rental properties are all just a short drive away. And by travelling in your own car you can even take the family pet on holiday with you too!
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