In this selection you will see Portsmouth Continental Ferry Port as it was back in 1980. A couple of images of the Queen’s visits during this year and one of the Queen Mother’s visit also. You will see the then Prince Charles inspecting recovered items from the Mary Rose and ex-Pompey players together for a testimonial match.
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5. Portsmouth in 1980
Inside the Square Tower, Old Portsmouth, in December 1980. The News PP1547 Photo: The News archive
6. Portsmouth in 1980
Ex-Pompey players get together for testimonial
In May 1980 former Pompey players attend the testimonial game for Duggie (thunderboots) Reid. Picture: Roy West/The News Portsmouth Photo: The News archive
7. Portsmouth in 1980
Pinnace 199 in harbour 1980
Underway in Portsmouth Harbour with the late Rear Admiral 'Johnnie' Warsop, who was Flag Officer Portsmouth, at the helm. As a naval engineer he was an enthusiastic supporter of the vessel. Photo: The News archive
8. Portsmouth in 1980
Taxi rank 1980 Photo: The News archive