Portsmouth Blogs

Welcome to the Visit Portsmouth blog, where you'll find updates, inspiration and key details straight from the Great Waterfront City. Take a look through the archive below, and be sure to check back regularly as we update you on some of the top goings on at city attractions and all the key details you need to know in advance of visiting the city for a major event.

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The Portsmouth section of England's Coast Path

The Portsmouth to South Hayling section of the King Charles III England Coast Path is now officially open - offering visitors and residents alike a 22-mile route that takes in centuries of history, picturesque coastal scenes and rich wildlife habitats. Natural England has formerly opened this…

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Get ready for Armed Forces Day in Portsmouth

This year, Portsmouth hosts its huge Armed Forces Day celebration on 21 June, with a host of displays, performances and parades headed to Southsea Common. The event is free and un-ticketed, so visitors can just turn up on the day and get involved in the activities. If you're thinking of making the…

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An introduction to Fort Nelson

Portsmouth and its surrounds are steeped in history, and one of the most unusual places in the story of this strategic naval base sits on top of Portsdown Hill – Fort Nelson. This Victorian fort was built in the 1860s to protect the port from a potential invasion by the French – a threat which never…

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A year of free events and family fun at Port Solent

If you’re looking for a place bursting with life, entertainment and scenic waterside views, then a visit to Port Solent is for you. Nestled along the picturesque marina, this vibrant dining and leisure destination isn’t just about great restaurants and shops - throughout the year they host an array…

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Spark Your Creativity at Family Saturdays

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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Queens Hotel - discounts for guests

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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