We have had a look through the News archives to find some stunning photos of Portsmouth’s oldest pubs – and you can see how much the surrounding area has changed.
13. Portsmouth pubs from the past
The Monarch pub on the corner of commercial Road and Charlotte Street. The Portsmouth pub was destroyed during the blitz. Photo: The News archive
14. Portsmouth pubs from the past
The Bold Forester in Albert Road, Portsmouth Photo: The News archive
15. Portsmouth pubs from the past
The Three Crowns in St James’s Street on the corner of Lion Street. Sadly this pub no longer exists. Photo: The News archive
16. Portsmouth pubs from the past
The Coal Exchange (now The Spice Island Inn) in Old Portsmouth. Photo: The News archive