It was also an eventful year in Portsmouth as the Ark Royal was commissioned. We have already had a look at what the city was like in 1980 and 1990, and now we focus on 1985. What are your memories of Portsmouth in 1985?
13. Hilsea Lido in July 1985 PP3507
Hilsea Lido in July 1985. The News PP3507 Photo: The News archive
14. Portsmouth in 1985
Commercial Road, Portsmouth in June, 1985. The News PP3909 Photo: The News archive
15. Portsmouth in 1985
USS Seahorse arriving in Portsmouth Harbour February 1985. The News PP4073 Photo: The News archive
16. Portsmouth in 1985
Royal Marines Barracks, Eastney in June 1985. The News PP4668 Photo: The News archive