22 memorable pictures of Eastney through the years

By Steve Deeks

Published 1st Jul 2020, 18:11 BST

Updated 29th Apr 2025, 11:05 BST

Have a look back to the olden days when life was led at a slower pace.

Do you recognise any of these places or people in the images from times gone by in Eastney?

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Eastney boats along Ferry Road, 1971. The News PP5745

1. Memories of Eastney Portsmouth

Eastney boats along Ferry Road, 1971. The News PP5745 Photo: The News archive

These three cars came to grief in 1957 along Eastney Esplanade.

2. Memories of Eastney Portsmouth

These three cars came to grief in 1957 along Eastney Esplanade. Photo: The News archive

The Silver Bugles playing in Eastney RM Barracks in 1942. The News PP5710

3. Memories of Eastney Portsmouth

The Silver Bugles playing in Eastney RM Barracks in 1942. The News PP5710 Photo: The News archive

Leading attendant Rick Sanders showing one of the restoration work displays at Eastney pumping station, 1995. The News PP5704

4. Memories of Eastney Portsmouth

Leading attendant Rick Sanders showing one of the restoration work displays at Eastney pumping station, 1995. The News PP5704 Photo: The News archive

Eastney Portsdown Hill Portsmouth

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