Two cars about to be overcome by the tide on the slipway at the Hard in 1970. The new approach road from the Hard to the Harbour Station can be seen in the background.Two cars about to be overcome by the tide on the slipway at the Hard in 1970. The new approach road from the Hard to the Harbour Station can be seen in the background.
Two cars about to be overcome by the tide on the slipway at the Hard in 1970. The new approach road from the Hard to the Harbour Station can be seen in the background.

32 unseen photos of Portsmouth from 1970

There’s so many interesting images to see in this selection of images from Portsmouth’s past.
By Steve Deeks
Published 20th Jul 2020, 07:00 BST
Updated 17th Sep 2023, 16:27 BST

This wonderful collection includes Paulsgrove House just before it was demolished, Fred Dinenage at Fratton Park in the early years, Cliff Richard performing at Southsea church and James Callaghan on the campaign trail in Fratton.

What are your memories of Portsmouth in 1970?

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Denis Walters of Southsea delivering bread on his tricycle barrow in 1970. The News PP2063

5. Portsmouth in 1970

Denis Walters of Southsea delivering bread on his tricycle barrow in 1970. The News PP2063 Photo: The News archive

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Taken during the war for 'Battleship Week'. A mock-up wooden warship in Guildhall Square.

6. Portsmouth in 1970

Taken during the war for 'Battleship Week'. A mock-up wooden warship in Guildhall Square. Photo: The News archive

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A Spitfire is on display outside Portsmouth Guildhall on January 12, 1970. The News PP4163

7. Portsmouth in 1970

A Spitfire is on display outside Portsmouth Guildhall on January 12, 1970. The News PP4163 Photo: The News archive

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Charlotte Street 1970.

8. Portsmouth in 1970

Charlotte Street 1970. Photo: The News archvie

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