Welcome to Cosham

Cosham is a small town located in the county of Hampshire, England. It is situated on the northern outskirts of Portsmouth and is known for its excellent transport links. The town is home to the Cosham railway station, which provides regular services to London Waterloo, Portsmouth, and Southampton. Additionally, the M27 motorway runs through the town, making it easily accessible by car.

Cosham has a rich history, dating back to the Roman era. The town was once a thriving market town and was known for its agricultural produce. Today, Cosham is a bustling town with a range of shops, restaurants, and cafes. The high street is home to a variety of independent retailers, as well as larger chain stores. There are also several supermarkets in the town, making it a convenient place to do your weekly shopping.

One of the main attractions in Cosham is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the largest hospitals in the region. The hospital provides a range of services, including accident and emergency, maternity, and cancer care. The hospital is also home to the Wessex Neurological Centre, which is a specialist unit for the treatment of neurological conditions. Overall, Cosham is a vibrant and bustling town with a rich history and excellent transport links. Whether you are a local resident or a visitor to the area, there is plenty to see and do in this charming Hampshire town.

Local Weather

Cloudy

Temp: 7.1°C

Feels Like: 2.4°C

Wind: 22.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details
Court Lane Infant Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Geddes	Hilary Avenue Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2PP 2392378890 School Website
Court Lane Junior Academy Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Flitton	Hilary Avenue Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2PP 2392375444 School Website
Portsdown Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Ash Vaghela	Sundridge Close Wymering Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3JL 02392378991 School Website
The Wymering School Free Schools Special Ages:9-16 Head Teacher Tbc Tbc	Sevenoaks Road Cosham Portsmouth PO6 3YB 2392001535 School Website
Medina Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr H Payne	Medina Road Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3NH 02392375475 School Website
City Of Portsmouth College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Graham Morley	Tudor Crescent Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2SA 2392383131 School Website
Highbury Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Watson	Dovercourt Road Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2RZ 2392375404 School Website
Redwood Park Academy Academy Special Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Luci Johnson	Wembley Grove Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2RY 2392377500
Springfield School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms S F Spivey	Central Road Drayton Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 1QY 2392379119 School Website
Solent Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lucy Wilby	Solent Road Drayton Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 1HJ 2392375459 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Cosham High Street, Cosham, Hampshire, PO6 3BD 0.35 Miles

Hilsea Airport Service Road, Hilsea, Hampshire, PO3 5FT 1.23 Miles

Portchester Station Road, Portchester, Hampshire, PO16 8BJ 2.68 Miles

Bedhampton West Street, Bedhampton, Hampshire, PO9 1LL 2.98 Miles

Fratton Selbourne Terrace, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AW 3.48 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Coastline Taxis 023 9237 7777 84A High Street, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 3AJ 0.39 Miles
Aqua Cars 023 9264 4444 84A High St, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 3AJ 0.39 Miles
Livingstone Private Hire Taxi 023 9220 1223 Shop 7 Highbury Buildings, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 2SN 0.50 Miles
R K L Cars Ltd 023 9269 9565 Portsmouth Skill Centre, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5LF 0.95 Miles
Elite Cars 023 9269 9699 12C Venture Ct/Ackworth Rd, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO3 5RZ 1.03 Miles
Airport Shuttle Runner 07766 045485 62 Oakwood Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9QS 1.23 Miles
Beckett Chauffeur Services 023 9265 4080 25 Warspite Close, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO2 9NX 1.43 Miles
Just Dreams Cars 07860 531662 Flat 54, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4TE 1.45 Miles
Exec2 Chauffeur Drive 07885 857563 23 Bryher Island, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO6 4UE 1.55 Miles
Pete's Airlink Ltd 023 9223 0250 2 London Road, Waterlooville, Hampshire, PO7 5LJ 1.61 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cosham Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cosham Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Burrill Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Johns Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Salisbury Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
High Street Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Colwell Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:30
Chalkridge Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beaconsfield Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Orkney Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Cosham Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Queen Alexandra Hospital Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Cliffdale Gardens Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chatsworth Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Portsmouth Primary Care Alliance Ltd 02392 728870	Cosham Park House Surgery Cosham Park Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3BG
The Wootton Street Surgery	1 Wootton Street Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3AP
Cosham Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cosham Health Centre Vectis Way Cosham Portsmouth PO6 3AW
Cosham Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Cosham Health Centre Vectis Way Cosham Portsmouth PO6 3AW
North Harbour Medical Group 023 92381117	The Cosham Health Centre Vectis Way, Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 3AW

Local Stores

Tregaron Avenue
48 Tregaron Avenue
Cosham
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO6 2NE
02392 375393
Store Website
0.47 miles

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SPAR Allaway Avenue
195 Allaway Avenue
Paulsgrove
PO6 4HG
02392 373163
Store Website
1.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vet2cat
115 Hawthorn Crescent Cosham Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2TJ 07842 570273 info@vet2cat.co.uk Website 0.42 miles

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Harbour Veterinary Group
147 Havant Road Drayton Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 2AA 023 9221 4499 petdoctors@petdoctors.co.uk Website 0.60 miles
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Downland Veterinary Group
Unit 1 Southdown View London Road Portsmouth Hampshire PO3 5FS hilsea@downlandvets.co.uk Website 0.88 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 0.88 miles

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St Peters Vets, Farlington
Mountbatten Business Park Jackson Close Portsmouth Hampshire PO6 1US 02392 376 274 contactus@stpetersvets.co.uk Website 1.01 miles
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Purbrook Veterinary Practice Ltd
82 London Road Widley Waterlooville PO7 5AB 02392 371755 purbrookvets@yahoo.co.uk 1.24 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 0.82 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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Alexandra Park
105 Normandy Rd Portsmouth PO2 9PH 1.60 miles

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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 1.65 miles Left Just Before Southdown College

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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 2.46 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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Creech Woods
Unnamed Road Waterlooville Lancashire PO7 6UD 3.54 miles

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Creech Wood Near Anthill Common
Nice Wood Walk 3 Bunkers Hill Denmead Waterlooville PO7 6UB 3.57 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
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Feels Like	-7.5°C	-8.9°C	-9.9°C	-10.1°C	-9.9°C	-8.2°C	-4.6°C	-1.3°C	0.1°C	-1.7°C	-3.6°C	-4.9°C

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Feels Like	-5.4°C	-5.8°C	-6.3°C	-6.6°C	-5.4°C	-2.2°C	2.5°C	4.7°C	4.8°C	3.7°C	2.1°C	-1.9°C

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