12 stunning old photos of Havant’s West Street

By Steve Deeks

Published 24th Aug 2020, 18:39 BST

Updated 2nd Sep 2024, 11:34 BST

From the shops to the modes of transport, Havant’s town centre has changed so much in recent decades.

Today we have had a look back at what West Street looked like up to a century ago – and horse and carts were a regular fixture.

Do you recognise any of the shops or places in these photos?

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West Street, Havant 1971. Picture: The News PP616

1. Memories of West Street in Havant

West Street, Havant 1971. Picture: The News PP616 Photo: The News archive

Waggonettes in Havant West Street. Picture: Ralph Cousins collection.

2. Memories of West Street in Havant

Waggonettes in Havant West Street. Picture: Ralph Cousins collection. Photo: The News archive

West Street, Havant, in the 1930's.

3. Memories of West Street in Havant

West Street, Havant, in the 1930's. Photo: The News archive

West Street, Havant Precinct 1983. Picture: The News 11507

4. Memories of West Street in Havant

West Street, Havant Precinct 1983. Picture: The News 11507 Photo: The News archive

Havant West Street Hayling Island

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