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Hampshire
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Portsmouth
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 Portsmouth
is actually on an island, with Southsea being the main residential
area.
This town is very busy with a history based on the sea, its
involvement in the Royal Navy started with Richard the Lionheart
and continues to the present day.
Popular for its naval history and as a shopping area, the
harbour is active all year around with ferries to Gosport
and around the harbour, which, after years of discussion,
is being re-developed.
The Southsea area is a resort, the "play area"
for the town, with gardens and seaside attractions.
Much of the harbour defences are still intact, and date from
Tudor times, with a castle at Southsea.
You can buy an all-in "passport" ticket which covers
the three major museums and the 3 main ships.
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Location
Map of Portsmouth
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What
To See -
Portsmouth Tourist Attractions
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 Cumberland
House Natural History Museum, Eastern Parade, Southsea,
collections, butterfly house, shop etc, Tel: 023 9282 7261  |
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| City
Museum, Old Commercial Road, exhibits chart the city
history in former barracks, crafts, shop etc, Tel: 023 9282
7261 |
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| Dicken's
Birthplace Museum, Dicken's was born here in 1812 as
his father was a clerk in the Navy, restored with furniture
etc, Tel: 023 9282 7261 |
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| Portsmouth
Guildhall, tours only in the week, Tel: 023 9283 4092 |
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| HM
Royal Navy Base, HMS Victory, Nelson's ship,
the Mary Rose, a Tudor vessel raised from the sea in
the Solent and kept wet to preserve the hull, and HMS
Warrior, are the ships here, guided tours, staff in period
clothes on HMS Warrior, Tel: 023 9287 0999 |
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| Royal
Navy Museum, still on the base, 18th century buildings,
history of the Navy to the present day, shop etc, Tel: 023 9287
0999 |
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| D
Day Museum, Clarence Esplanade, Southsea, realistic exhibits
with sound re-enact the reasons for the D Day Operation, also
D Day tapestry 272ft long, shop etc, Tel:023 9282 7261 |
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| Royal
Marine Museum,
re-creations of history of the Marines, assault courses, shop
etc, Tel: 023 9281 9385 |
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| Harbour
Fortifications, historical fortifications
around the harbour and at Gosport date from Tudor times, at
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| Southsea
Castle & Museum,
housed in part of Henry VIII' s coastal defences, exhibits on
Portsmouth military history, model ships, shop etc, Tel: 023
928 27261 |
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| Spitbank
Fort, take the ferry from HMS Warrior to this
fort out in the sea, freshwater well, you can even stay on it
!, Tel: 01329 664286 |
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| Sea
Life Centre, Southsea, aquarium, play areas, Tel: 023
9273 4461 |
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Portchester
Castle, off the
A27, overlooks Portsmouth harbour, imposing walls and towers
once part of a Roman 3rd century fort. Remains of 12th century
church, 14th century tower, Richard II palace, Tel: 023 9237
8291
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| Langstone,
A27 near Havant,small village, thatched cottages looking over
the mud flats. |
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| Butser
Ancient Farm, north off the A3 at Chalton near Queen
Elizabeth Forest, reconstructed Iron Age farm, animals,crafts
and demonstrations, shop etc, Tel: 023 9259 8838 |
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Where
To Stay in Portsmouth
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South Parade Southsea PO4 0RN MAP
In a prime position on the seafront at Southsea, The Royal Beach Hotel is convenient to see all of Portsmouth. With superb views across the Solent, the Royal Beach is ideal for business or pleasure.
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Northney Road Hayling Island Hayling Island PO11 0NQ MAP
Secluded on the shore overlooking the Langstone Harbour and Estuary. This modern hotel is the perfect base for discovering the delights of Southern England.
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Portsmouth Road Portsmouth PO6 4SH MAP
Located on the South Coast, the hotel is close to Port Solent and Porchester Castle. The town centre, seafront and continental ferry port are located nearby for you to explore.
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Clarence Parade Southsea PO5 3LJ MAP
The Best Western Queens Hotel enjoys superb views of the Solent and Isle of Wight. Situated in Portsmouth, Hampshire, on Southsea historic seafront.
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The Plaza, Gunwharf Quays Portsmouth PO1 3FD MAP
The hotel is in a superb location, making it ideal for business or leisure breaks. It comprises 130 en-suite bedrooms and two meeting rooms, all with comfort cooling.
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Pembroke Road Portsmouth PO1 2TA MAP
Located near the sea front, within easy access of the M27 motorway, this hotel offers a prime location for exploring Portsmouth's many attractions.
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Burrfields Road Portsmouth PO3 5HH MAP
Ideally located close to the centre of maritime Portsmouth, with the ferry port a short drive away, the traditional hotel offers an excellent array of facilities for all the family including an Action Zone for the younger ones.
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Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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116 Havant Road Hayling Island PO11 0LJ MAP
Situated on Hayling Island a popular holiday destination, close to the sea, watersports and historic sites Ideal for buisness or holiday breaks, windsurfing, kite surfing, jet skis, diving, golf, fishing, sailing or walking
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Binnacle Way Kingsway North Portsmouth PO6 4FB MAP
We offer style, comfort and excellent value for money. Situated near junction 12 of the M27, The Tulip Inn Portsmouth is easy to get to.
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Kingston Crescent Garfield Road North End Portsmouth PO2 8AB
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Around
The Portsmouth Area
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Forest is "must visit" so travel up to Brockenhurst
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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Gosport (2.15 miles) Fareham (5.30 miles) Hamble (10.82 miles) Chichester (13.79 miles) Hythe (14.26 miles) Bucklers Hard (14.53 miles) Southampton (15.52 miles) Petersfield (15.63 miles) Midhurst (19.80 miles) Winchester (20.61 miles) Liphook (22.86 miles) |
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Area
Telephone Code
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Information Centres
Clarence Esplanade,
Southsea
Tel:
023
9282 6722
The Hard Portsmouth
Tel:
023
9282 6722
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Our
Hotel Booking Line
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