The latest news from the city.
Firefly Pottery LLC in Portsmouth is a paint-your-own pottery studio with wheel throwing, clay classes and glass fusing. This post covers prices, opening hours, booking tips and how the studio handles pickups.
A guide to Portsmouth's Sunday roast spots, from the highly rated Marmion House and King Street Tavern in Southsea to The Churchillian's carvery on Portsdown Hill, plus The Courtyard Southsea, The Eastney Tavern, The Florence Arms, The Shepherds Crook, the Fawcett Inn and Bear Bones BBQ.
Southsea Cinema must reduce its live music activity after Portsmouth City Council upheld complaints about noise and hostility. The decision changes event hours and puts future bass-heavy programming on hold while the venue’s wider film and arts programme continues.
A practical guide to Portsmouth restaurants, from seafront seafood at The Briny to Belgian dishes, Japanese food, tapas, pies and Venezuelan street food. It highlights local addresses, opening details and selected prices across Southsea and the wider city.
A look at Delaneys, the family-run bistro and cocktail bar at 77b Castle Road in Southsea, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a Sunday roast and a cocktail Happy Hour. Covers its cottage-style interior, opening hours and local reputation.
Andrea Bocelli brings his Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour to the UK in autumn 2027, with four 8pm shows in Birmingham, London, Manchester and Glasgow. Tickets go on general sale at 10am on Friday 2 October, and the tour adds to a busy UK year that includes a Cardiff show in May.
The Royal Jazz Club launched at The Queens Hotel in Southsea on 2 October, with Natalie Williams and her soul band headlining. The opening was part of Portsmouth100 and the city's UK City of Culture 2029 bid.
A look back at the Portchester Charity Beer Festival, which ran on 3 October at the Portchester Community Centre with Hampshire beers, ciders, a Prosecco table, food and live music from the Ukes of Wallington.
A practical look at visiting HMS Victory, Nelson’s Trafalgar flagship at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. The post covers the ship’s decks, visitor experience, location, opening information and ongoing conservation work.
The PS Waverley celebrates 80 years with special sailings during its 2026 season. Here’s what Portsmouth readers can expect on board, from the engine room and promenade decks to booking details and practical rules.
