26 photos showing how Fratton Road has transformed over the years
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.
By Steve Deeks
Published 12th Jun 2020, 16:55 GMT
Updated 25th Aug 2023, 15:27 GMT
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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1. Frattron Road and Fratton Bridge
Fratton Road looking north from Fratton Bridge possibly around the turn of the last century. Photo: The News archive
2. Frattron Road and Fratton Bridge
The Guards clothing factory at Fratton Bridge, Portsmouth Photo: The News archive
3. Frattron Road and Fratton Bridge
Tea break. Women in the canteen at the Guards factory at Fratton bridge in 1957 Photo: The News archive
4. Frattron Road and Fratton Bridge
Fratton Bridge roundabout, 1970 Photo: The News archive
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