Magical moments at Port Solent’s Festival of Christmas
Festive fun will be top of the wish list when Port Solent welcomes visitors to its fantastic Festival of Christmas. The popular event returns on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 December with seasonal food and drink to enjoy, street entertainment, festive music and more than 90 stalls to find that perfect Christmas gift. There will […]
There is more to showing your commitment by signing the Armed Forces Covenant
On Wednesday 10th November 2021, the South East Regional Employer Engagement Director Andrew Gibbs, along with the 6 Regiment Army Air Corp and hosted by Lt Col Andrew Bushby, invited local employers to witness the signing of the Armed Forces Covenant by Fareham College, Eastleigh College and Expedition Security and of course enjoy breakfast, bringing […]
Events held at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard and the Royal Navy Submarine Museum in Gosport pay their respects to those who made the ultimate sacrifice on Remembrance Day
A number of events will be held at the National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard to mark Remembrance this year. Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Thursday 11 November Remembrance Reflections in the HMS gallery and onboard First World War survivor HMS M.33 gives visitors the opportunity to experience the conflict through the eyes and words of naval personnel throughout history with a series of stories and poems penned by […]
Hovercraft wear poppies to support 100th anniversary of British Legion’s Poppy Appeal
Hovertravel is showing its support proudly for the Royal British Legion’s Poppy Appeal 2021 by wearing poppies on the exterior of both its hovercraft. Neil Chapman, managing director of Hovertravel, explains: “We wanted to go beyond our usual fund-raising activities to make this 100th-anniversary year extra special. As a team, it is with great pride that […]
Marking Remembrance in Portsmouth in 2021
Residents in Portsmouth are being invited to mark Remembrance in a series of events taking place between 10-14 November 2021. This year’s Armistice and Remembrance events and services are taking place as follows: Armistice Day service – Thursday 11 November, 10:55 am at the WWI memorial, Guildhall Square (Cenotaph) The short service commences at 10:55 […]
Major refurbishment of Cosham Library completed
Major refurbishment works have been completed at Cosham Library following a Portsmouth City Council project. The works were designed and managed by the Housing Neighbourhood and Building Services Team working for the City Council’s Culture, Leisure and Regulatory Service. Major refurbishment works have been completed at Cosham Library following a Portsmouth City Council project. The […]
Museum volunteers who went extra mile during pandemic to open exhibition recognised with prestigious award
The outstanding contribution made by a dedicated team of volunteers who worked to help get an exhibition launched on time during the pandemic has been recognised at the prestigious 2020 Marsh Award for Museum Learning event held at the British Museum on, 1 November 2021. Volunteers working to conserve the many objects raised from the […]
The gates are open: Step into Portsmouth’s Historic Quarter with new free pass
On 2 November 2021, the heart of Portsmouth’s heritage is once again open to the public free of charge with the introduction of the Historic Quarter Pass. Introduced by Portsmouth Naval Base Property Trust (PNBPT), the free pass allows access to the Historic Quarter at the dockyard. PNBPT invites the people of Portsmouth and from […]
Community E-Cargo Bike Hire Scheme asks for Crowdfund support
Who are behind the scheme? They are Kevin from Southsea Cycles, Jenni from Sustrans and Nick from Portsmouth Climate Action Board and this is their ask for support: ” What’s the plan? To set up a Community E-cargo bike Hire Scheme! We love cargo bikes and want to give people the opportunity to try them […]
Sponsor ‘Share a Smile’ this Christmas by supporting struggling families with a visit from Santa Claus.
‘ We all know that Christmas is about giving and The North Pole Elf Company know this better than anyone! Magical elves direct from the North Pole and Santa Claus himself are in Hampshire this year and ready to spread festive cheer far and wide! But they are asking for your help to reach […]