Fratton Road looking north from Fratton Bridge possibly around the turn of the last century.placeholder image
Fratton Road looking north from Fratton Bridge possibly around the turn of the last century.

26 classic photos showing Fratton Road in Portsmouth over the years

By Steve Deeks
Published 13th Aug 2025, 17:57 GMT

There have been so many changes to the Fratton area since the turn of the century, so many buildings have either gone or have changed dramatically over the years.

We have had a dig into the archives and found some historic photos of Fratton Road and Fratton Bridge which date back decades – and they certainly look a bit different now!

Do you have any memories of the area or recognise any of the buildings featured in this gallery?

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A display of lingerie in the window of the Co-op, Fratton Road, Portsmouth, in 1932

9. Fratton Road and Fratton Bridge

A display of lingerie in the window of the Co-op, Fratton Road, Portsmouth, in 1932 Photo: The News archive

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The Florist public house, Fratton Road with 1928 facade.

10. Fratton Road and Fratton Bridge

The Florist public house, Fratton Road with 1928 facade. Photo: The News archive

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A colourful Co-op window display in Fratton Road in 1971

11. Fratton Road and Fratton Bridge

A colourful Co-op window display in Fratton Road in 1971 Photo: The News archive

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The Co-op, Fratton Road, about 1910

12. Fratton Road and Fratton Bridge

The Co-op, Fratton Road, about 1910 Photo: The News archive

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