17 nightclubs that have come and gone in Portsmouth
MANY of Portsmouth’s most beloved nightlife spots have sadly left the city.
From Joanna’s to Ritzy, plenty of iconic venues have now closed down.
However fortunately our memories of them – and photos captured inside them – live on.
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We decided to celebrate some of the city’s lost nightspots by diving into The News archives.
Have a look through our gallery below and see how many you can remember!
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5. Martine's
While The Astoria is now housed in this building, it was one Martine's. One reader wrote: 'Ladies night was free to get in. Long time ago now though'.
Photo: Ian Hargreaves
6. Bar Bluu
This venue was opposite South Parade Pier but it shut down in 2007. However plenty of our readers would like to see it return.
Photo: Paul Jacobs
7. Tiger Tiger
Tiger Tiger was a fixture of the night scene at Gunwharf Quays for many years, it has been replaced by Eden. Picture: Ian Hargreaves (102559-9)
Photo: Ian Hargreaves
8. Walkabout
Walkabout used to call Guildhall Walk home and was a popular spot for nights out - as well as to watch sports. Picture: Michael Scaddan (083087-0054)
Photo: Michael Scaddan