Portsmouth charging clean air zone launches
The government-mandated charging clean air zone (CAZ) had launched on Monday 29 November in Portsmouth. Drivers of private vans, cars and motorcycles will not be charged to drive in Portsmouth, no matter how old the vehicle is, but they could be charged in other clean air zones in the UK. The Portsmouth CAZ is a […]
D-Day Story to host a range of family-friendly festive events
Families are in for a treat as Portsmouth City Council’s D-Day Story is offering four festive events in the run-up to Christmas. The events are taking place as follows: Christmas choir performance onboard the Landing Craft Tank 7074 – Friday 3 December, 5 pm until 7:30 pm Visitors can enjoy a unique performance from […]
Get into the festive spirit at this year’s Hotwalls Christmas Market
Craft lovers are in for a treat this Christmas as the Hotwalls Christmas Market is making a welcome return on Saturday 4 December and Sunday 5 December. The market is free for all to attend and the perfect opportunity to shop for local, handmade gifts. Visitors can chat to local artists in the Open Studios, […]
Share your experience of the pandemic for a strong future
Residents in Portsmouth are invited to have their say on how the coronavirus pandemic has affected their lives in research undertaken by Portsmouth City Council. Residents will be able to share their experiences of lockdown through an online survey or via a telephone consultation service. The survey, which went live on, 29 November, is open […]
Unique D-Day survivor LCT 7074 awarded for conservation excellence
National Historic Ships UK’s annual awards ceremony is a celebration of maritime heritage around UK coasts, lakes, and rivers. It encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to engage with static and operational historic vessels through photography, volunteering, conservation, online activities and skills-based training. In honour of National Historic Ships UK’s late Director, Martyn Heighton, the Excellence in Maritime Conservation […]
Gratitude mural added to Somerstown street gallery
A vibrant mural celebrating gratitude has been added to Portsmouth City Council’s Somerstown Street Gallery project, with local artist James Mankiewicz speaking of ‘brightening up peoples’ day’ with his eye-catching painting. The mural, titled ‘My Grateful Face’, will now be followed with artwork by local street artists, school children, charities, youth clubs, professionals and […]
One week to go for Shaping Portsmouth Award nominations
There is just one week left to get your nominations in for the Shaping Portsmouth Awards and the Armed Forces Covenant Award! The deadline to get your entries in is midnight on Tuesday 7th December. Portsmouth has a wonderfully diverse population, with people from all backgrounds working together to make our City great. This year, […]
Flood defence work set for Southsea Castle
A section of promenade between Southsea’s Blue Reef Aquarium and the Pyramids will close from January 2022 as construction begins on the next phase of the Southsea Coastal Scheme. Works around Southsea Castle will require closure of the promenade until November 2023. Advance notice boards will be erected in the area this week, showing […]
Urban Vocal Group awarded Youth Music Grant
UVG – The Urban Vocal Group is delighted to announce further backing from national charity Youth Music, thanks to the National Lottery via Arts Council, with a grant of £29,423 being awarded. Having joined The Guildhall Trust earlier this year, it is with a shared vision and commitment to young people and emerging talent […]
Santas to dash over the Solent with Hovertravel
The Fire Fighters Charity and Hovertravel have teamed up to organise the first-ever Solent Santa Dash on Sunday 12th December. Participants will be invited to dress as Father Christmas or simply wear something suitably seasonal as they run or stroll along the seafronts of Southsea and Ryde. This event is suitable for all abilities […]