17 photos to take you back to trips to Knight and Lee in Southsea

Knight & Lee in Southsea was one of the most iconic shops in the city for decades and was a part of the fabric of the city for more than 100 years before it closed in the summer of 2019.

Founded in the 19th century, the department store experienced a lot during its life time including being bombed during the Second World War and being bought by John Lewis.

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Planning permission has been granted to convert it into a hotel, gym, indoor food market, two small cinemas and food and drink units – however despite this very little has happened with the site.

Take a trip through memories of the store over the years in our gallery here.

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