Welcome to Portsea

Portsea is a small town located in the county of Hampshire, England. It is situated on the southern coast of England and is known for its rich maritime history. The town is home to several historic landmarks, including the Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, which houses the HMS Victory, the Mary Rose Museum, and the National Museum of the Royal Navy. Portsea is also home to several beautiful beaches, including Southsea Beach and Eastney Beach, which are popular destinations for tourists and locals alike.

In addition to its rich history and beautiful beaches, Portsea is also known for its vibrant nightlife. The town is home to several bars, clubs, and restaurants, which offer a wide range of entertainment options for visitors. Whether you are looking for a quiet drink with friends or a night of dancing and partying, Portsea has something to offer everyone.

Overall, Portsea is a charming town that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and entertainment. Whether you are interested in exploring the town's rich maritime history, relaxing on its beautiful beaches, or enjoying its vibrant nightlife, Portsea has something to offer everyone. So if you are planning a trip to Hampshire, be sure to add Portsea to your list of must-see destinations.

Local Schools

School	Details
St Georges Beneficial Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs S Gibb	Hanover Street Portsea Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 3BN 02392822886 School Website
The Portsmouth Grammar School Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mr David Wickes	High Street Old Portsmouth Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2LN 2392360036 School Website
University Of Portsmouth Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Graham Galbraith	University House Winston Churchill Avenue Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2UP 2392848484 School Website
St Judes C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Louise Lewis	St Nicholas Street Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2NZ 02392824061 School Website
Ark Charter Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dame Moira Cruddas	Hyde Park Road Southsea Hampshire PO5 4HL 02392824204 School Website
St Edmunds Catholic School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Simon Graham	Arundel Street Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 1RX 02392823766 School Website
Portsmouth High School Other Independent School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Prescott	25 Kent Road Southsea Portsmouth PO5 3EQ 2392826714 School Website
Cottage Grove Primary School And Nursery Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Lee Branscombe	Chivers Close Southsea Hampshire PO5 1HG 2392341133 School Website
St Johns Cathedral Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss L Park	Cottage View Landport Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 1PX 02392821055 School Website
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sophie Bennett-Acres	Somers Road Southsea Portsmouth Hampshire PO5 4LS 02392824828 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Portsmouth Harbour The Hard Interchange, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3PA 0.12 Miles

Portsmouth & Southsea Commercial Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1EQ 0.74 Miles

Fratton Selbourne Terrace, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 5AW 1.49 Miles

Hilsea Airport Service Road, Hilsea, Hampshire, PO3 5FT 2.91 Miles

Cosham High Street, Cosham, Hampshire, PO6 3BD 3.45 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
City Wide Taxis 023 9283 3333 33 The Hard, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 3DT 0.10 Miles
Greetham Street Car Park 023 9268 8310 Greetham Street, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 4LH 0.82 Miles
Pompey Cars Ltd 023 9287 7822 52 Elm Grove, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 1JG 1.03 Miles
Aqua Taxis 023 9237 7777 149 Somers Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 4PT 1.09 Miles
Aqua Cars 023 9278 7666 149-151 Somers Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 4PT 1.09 Miles
Mainland Airport Link 023 9279 9758 40 Priory View, Southsea, Hampshire, PO5 1AN 1.28 Miles
Smiths For Airports 023 9283 1111 420 Victory Business Centre/Somers Rd North, Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1PJ 1.31 Miles
Piggyback Taxis 07786 375152 86 St Edwards Rd, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 1PR 1.34 Miles
Portsmouth Van Hire 023 9247 1177 139 Fawcett Road, Southsea, Hampshire, PO4 0DQ 1.46 Miles
Bridge Cars 023 9251 1111 Unit B29/The Sanderson Centre/Lees La, Gosport, Hampshire, PO12 3UL 1.49 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Central Management Suite Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Cross Street Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Ordnance Row Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Central Square Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Gunwharf Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lion Terrace Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hms Nelson Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Castle Tavern Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broad Street Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Rnb Petty Officers Mess Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Pearl Buildings Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Unicorn Gate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hampshire Terrace Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Trinity Green Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Nelson Medical Centre	Nelson Medical Centre Queen Street Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 3LT
Portsmouth Medical Centre	Portsmouth Medical Centre Queen Street Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 3LT
John Pounds Surgery	John Pounds Medical Centre 3 Aylward Street Portsmouth PO1 3DU
Portsmouth Combined Medical Centre	Portsmouth Combined Medical Centre Queen Street Hampshire Portsmouth PO1 3HL
Rru Portsmouth	Rru Portsmouth Regional Rehabilitation Unit Nelson Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 3HH

Local Stores

Portsmouth - The Hard
22 The Hard
Portsmouth
Hampshire
PO1 3DT
02392 861756
Store Website
0.10 miles

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SPAR St James's Road
88 St James Road
Southsea
Portsmouth
PO5 4HZ
02392 750118
Store Website
0.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Grove Veterinary Practice Ltd
Grove Veterinary Practice Ltd 34 Elm Grove Southsea Hampshire PO5 1JG 023 9286 1122 grovescott@btconnect.com Website 1.02 miles
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Alver Veterinary Group
148 Forton Road Gosport Hampshire PO12 3HG 023 9258 2991/2 alvervets@alvervets.co.uk Website 1.45 miles
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The Cat Clinic
95 Albert Road Southsea Hampshire PO5 2SG 023 9283 1000 catmail@thecatclinic.co.uk Website 1.49 miles
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Cvs Uk Ltd Harbour Vets
Unit Tp6 Pompey Centre Southsea Portsmouth Hampshire PO4 8ER southsea@harbourvets.co.uk Website 1.74 miles

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Harbour Veterinary Group - Portsmouth
251 London Road North End Portsmouth Hampshire PO2 9HA 023 9266 8916 northend@harbourvets.co.uk Website 2.04 miles
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Portsmouth Vets4pets Ltd
253 Milton Road Southsea Portsmouth Hampshire PO4 8PQ 023 9286 4400 portsmouth@vets4pets.com Website 2.15 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 0.52 miles Park Down Stokes Bay In One Of The Carparks, The Closest Is Bayside Cabin Car Park Postcode Is Po12 2Qt

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Southsea Common
Southsea Common Is A Vast Open Space Adjacent To The Popular Seafront Promenade And Beach. PO5 3AE 1.14 miles Located To The South Of Portsmouth, Drive Down The A3 To Reach Southsea Common.

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Alexandra Park
105 Normandy Rd Portsmouth PO2 9PH 2.21 miles

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Gilkicker Fort Stokes Bay
There Is A Large Open Area For Dogs To Run Free, If You Continue Passed The Fort This Area Opens Up Again And Boarders The Golf Course. You Can Then Return On The Same Path Or Come Back Along The Shore. Lifeboat Ln Lancashire 2.32 miles Park In The Car Park And Head South Across Grass Area Towards Fort Gilkicker Or North Up The Beach.

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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 2.87 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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The Wicor Way
Park At The Recreation Ground And Walk East (Away From Fareham) Towards Portchester. You Can Walk All Along The Coastal Path Within Portsmouth Harbour Towards The Spinnaker Tower And Stop At Portchester Castle. Approx 1 Hour, One Way. 106 Cranleigh Rd Portchester Fareham PO16 9BY 3.50 miles Off The A27 Fareham/Portchester Road Turn Into Cornaway Lane, Then Into Cranleigh Road. Follow To Recreation Ground Car Park

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