Have you ever wondered what it’s like to step inside a real hovercraft? Now’s your chance! Step onboard Hovertravel’s Behind the Scenes Tour and get ready for a unique and exciting opportunity to get up close and personal with an iconic hovercraft. Whether you’re a transport enthusiast, a history…
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Looking for a fun and creative way to spend a Saturday with the whole family? Aspex Portsmouth’s Family Saturdays offers a weekly arts and crafts workshop where families of all ages can explore their creativity through hands-on activities inspired by our current exhibitions and projects. We asked…
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Book the Queens Hotel for your next trip to Portsmouth and you'll not only get a glamorous stay at a historic building overlooking Southsea Common, you'll also be able to take advantage of a whole host of discounts and special offers too. The hotel has joined with attractions across Portsmouth to…
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How much do you know about the Mountbatten Leisure Centre, one of BH Live active's many facilities across the South of England? Located at the top of Portsea Island, Mountbatten Centre is a popular place for sporting activities year-round. We asked the BH Live team to explain just what's on offer…
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The Southsea Coastal Scheme is bringing much-needed sea defences to Portsmouth and Southsea. The £180 million project will help reduce the risk of flooding to more than 10,000 homes, 700 businesses and 74 listed structures in the area - of which around 4,000 are deemed to be at direct risk of…
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Portsmouth’s largest Christmas market is back! The Port Solent Festival of Christmas Market boasts over 100 stalls, making it the perfect place to find unique gifts, festive entertainment and delicious treats. This two-day event on 7 th and 8 th December is set to be an unmissable experience, perfect…
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12-18 August is Afternoon Tea Week. It's the chance to celebrate this most English of traditions - not to mention being a perfect excuse to have a lovely scone or two! Whether you're on the hunt for a decadent way to spend an afternoon, treating a loved one to a spot of indulgence, or want something…
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Visit Portsmouth has joined with England's Coast for its latest campaign - A Coast For All. The aim is to promote and celebrate the nature, culture and heritage all around our coastline, and spread the message that England’s coast is for everyone. Of course, right here in Portsmouth the coast plays…
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The Royal Maritime Hotel is one of Portsmouth’s most valuable treasures. Located an eight-minute walk from Gunwharf Quays, this property is steeped in history. The Royal Maritime Hotel was previously a ‘Sailors Home Club’, a place where they could relax and be safe while at the home port of…
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Autumn is a great time to visit Portsmouth. There's still plenty to see and do - with our attractions open all year-round - and you get a bit more space to enjoy them without so many of the crowds we see during peak summer season. So whether you've waited for some of the summer visitors to go, or…
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