Welcome to Old Portsmouth

Old Portsmouth is a historic district located in the city of Portsmouth, Hampshire. It is a charming area that is steeped in history and culture. The district is home to a number of historic buildings, including the Portsmouth Cathedral, which dates back to the 12th century. The area is also home to a number of museums and galleries, including the Portsmouth Museum and Art Gallery, which showcases the history and art of the city. Old Portsmouth is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, and it is easy to see why.

One of the most notable features of Old Portsmouth is its stunning waterfront. The district is located on the edge of Portsmouth Harbour, which is one of the busiest ports in the UK. The waterfront is lined with historic buildings and offers stunning views of the harbour and the surrounding area. Visitors can take a stroll along the waterfront and enjoy the sights and sounds of the harbour, or they can take a boat tour and explore the area from the water. The waterfront is also home to a number of restaurants and cafes, where visitors can enjoy a meal or a drink while taking in the views.

Old Portsmouth is also home to a number of events and festivals throughout the year. One of the most popular events is the Portsmouth Festivities, which takes place in June and celebrates the arts and culture of the city. The festival features a range of events, including music, theatre, dance, and visual arts. Other events in Old Portsmouth include the Portsmouth International Kite Festival, which takes place in August and features colourful kites from around the world, and the Portsmouth Seafood Festival, which takes place in September and celebrates the city's maritime heritage. With so much to see and do, Old Portsmouth is a must-visit destination for anyone visiting Hampshire.

Local Weather

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Temp: 5.4°C

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Wind: 4.3 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Ursula Clark	Gladys Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 9AX 2392661818 School Website
Stamshaw Infant Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Cooper	North End Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 8NW 2392661192 School Website
King's Academy College Park (Junior) Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Carlyle	Crofton Road North End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 0NT 2392663645 School Website
King's Academy College Park (Infant) Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Carlyle	Crofton Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 0LB 2392663645 School Website
Isambard Brunel Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Natalie Sheppard	Wymering Road North End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 7HX 03333602160 School Website
Mayfield School Community School Ages:4-16 Head Teacher Mr Ashley Howard	Mayfield Road North End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 0RH 02392693432 School Website
Stamshaw Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Robert Jones	Stamshaw Junior School Tipner Road Portsmouth PO2 8QH 2392661045 School Website
The Flying Bull Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Vivienne Kies	Flying Bull Lane Buckland Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 7BJ 02392694313 School Website
Cliffdale Primary School Academy Special Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Payne	Battenburg Avenue North End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 0SN 02392662601 School Website
The Harbour School Academy Special Converter Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Mcloughlin-Parker	Tipner Lane Tipner Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 8RA 2392665664 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hilsea Airport Service Road, Hilsea, Hampshire, PO3 5FT 1.11 Miles

Portsmouth & Southsea Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ 1.40 Miles

Fratton Selbourne Terrace, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AW 1.47 Miles

Cosham High Street, Cosham, Hampshire, PO6 3BD 1.76 Miles

Portsmouth Harbour The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA 1.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Airports Direct Ltd 023 9266 7766 160 London Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9DJ 0.01 Miles
Airport Travel 023 9265 0202 233 London Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9HA 0.25 Miles
Beckett Chauffeur Services 023 9265 4080 25 Warspite Close, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9NX 0.81 Miles
Airport Shuttle Runner 07766 045485 62 Oakwood Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9QS 0.88 Miles
R K L Cars Ltd 023 9269 9565 Portsmouth Skill Centre, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5LF 1.19 Miles
Corona Executive 0800 587 0647 Unit 18, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5NU 1.27 Miles
Elite Cars 023 9269 9699 12C Venture Ct/Ackworth Rd, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5RZ 1.31 Miles
Smiths For Airports 023 9283 1111 420 Victory Business Centre/Somers Rd North, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1PJ 1.37 Miles
Aqua Cars Ltd 023 9281 8123 Unit 12, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 8DF 1.46 Miles
Aqua Taxis 023 9281 8123 Unit 12-13 Partnership Park, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 8DF 1.46 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
North End Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
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North End Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Laburnum Grove Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Wadham Road Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Derby Road Practice 023 92009265	Derby Road Surgery 27-29 Derby Rd, North End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 8HP
Portsdown Group Practice 023 92009191	Kingston Crescent Surgery 92 Kingston Crescent Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 8AL
Kingston Crescent - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	92 Kingston Crescent Portsmouth PO2 8AL
Kingston Crescent Surgery	92 Kingston Crescent Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 8AL
Kingston Crescent - Covid Local Vaccination Service	92 Kingston Crescent Portsmouth PO2 8AL

Local Stores

Twyford Avenue
236-238 Twyford Ave
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO2 8NR
02392 669324
Store Website
0.29 miles

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SPAR North End
8 Derby Road
North End
Portsmouth
PO2 8HS
02392 660622
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Harbour Veterinary Group - Portsmouth
251 London Road North End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 9HA 023 9266 8916 northend@harbourvets.co.uk Website 0.26 miles
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Companion Care (Portsmouth) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Burrfields Retail Park Burrfields Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 5LZ WhatsApp 07360 495 281 portsmouth@companioncare.co.uk Website 1.05 miles
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Downland Veterinary Group
Unit 1 Southdown View London Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 5FS hilsea@downlandvets.co.uk Website 1.23 miles
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Vets Now Portsmouth
C/O Downland Veterinary Group Unit 1, Southdown View, Military Road Hilsea Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 5FS Website 1.23 miles

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Cvs Uk Ltd Harbour Vets
Unit Tp6 Pompey Centre Southsea Portsmouth Hampshire PO4 8ER southsea@harbourvets.co.uk Website 1.43 miles

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Vet2cat
115 Hawthorn Crescent Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2TJ 07842 570273 info@vet2cat.co.uk Website 1.76 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Alexandra Park
105 Normandy Rd Portsmouth PO2 9PH 0.69 miles

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Browndown Camp
A Beach Walk With Areas Of Woodland, Perfect For A Nice Off The Lead Walk. Its A Fairly Flat Walk So Perfect For All The Family. 3 Mumby Rd Gosport Lancashire PO12 1AA 2.31 miles Park Down Stokes Bay In One Of The Carparks, The Closest Is Bayside Cabin Car Park Postcode Is Po12 2Qt

Location what3words driver.script.jelly

Portchester Castle
This Lovely Walk Takes You Along The Shoreline At The Top Of Portsmouth’S Harbour, Round The Castle And Can Be Finished With A Drink In The Cormorant Pub (Dog Friendly). Over 9 Acres Of Grass Areas, As Well As Woody Areas, A Children’S Park, And The Shore, Perfect For Those Dogs Who Love To Swim! Portchester Castle Is Also An English Heritage Site, You Can Visit The Castle Grounds But Dogs Must Be On Leads Within This Area. St Mary’S Church Within The Castle Grounds Also Has Dog Friendly Tea Rooms. Phoenix House 156 Castle St Portchester Fareham PO16 9QH 2.34 miles Head Towards The End Of Castle Street, Pass The Cormorant Pub On Your Right And Turn Left Into The Large Car Park. There Is An Additional Car Park If You Continue Straight Towards The Castle Entrance And Turn Right

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Southsea Common
Southsea Common Is A Vast Open Space Adjacent To The Popular Seafront Promenade And Beach. PO5 3AE 2.49 miles Located To The South Of Portsmouth, Drive Down The A3 To Reach Southsea Common.

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Portsdown Hill
This Is A Fairly Straightforward Walk Which Can Be Tailored To What Ever Length You Want. There Are Amazing Views Out Over Portsmouth, Fareham, Langstone Harbour And The Isle Of Wight. Park At The Viewpoint Car Park (Grid Ref: Su 662 064) On Portsdown Hill. From Here, Go Down The Hill A Little Way And And Walk To The Right. There Are Numerous Paths Running Parallel Along The Hill. All Quite Rugged, But No Steep Climbs. Walk As Far As You Want Along The Hill Then Take Another Path Back. Public Car Park Portsdown Hill Road Drayton 2.80 miles Park At The Viewpoint Car Park (Grid Ref: Su 662 064) On Portsdown Hill. From Here, Go Down The Hill A Little Way And And Walk To The Right.

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Grundy Moor Woods
Lovely Walk Trailing Around The College. Clean And Paved. Follows To A Bridge Over The Motorway And Onto A Park. Can Be A Short Or Long Walk. Up To 4 Miles. 87 Crookhorn Ln Widley 3.51 miles Left Just Before Southdown College

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Weather Forecast

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