8 fantastic old pictures of Portsmouth and surrounding areas in the 1930s

Here are some great images, a true insight into the past in our area.

By Steve Deeks

Published 26th Jul 2021, 19:29 BST

Updated 15th Dec 2023, 12:51 BST

You will see in this wonderful collection a fantastic image of the Camber Dock, an exceptionally busy Wymering Racecourse, Palmerston Road filled with cars from the time and a deckchair attendant collecting money on Southsea beach with a steamer in the background at the end of the old Clarence Pier.

The Camber Dock taken from the top of the cathedral bell tower circa 1930. Picture: costen.co.uk

1. Our area in the 1930's

The Camber Dock taken from the top of the cathedral bell tower circa 1930. Picture: costen.co.uk Photo: The News archive

South Parade Pier, Southsea, with packed beaches in the background in the 1930's

2. Our area in the 1930's

South Parade Pier, Southsea, with packed beaches in the background in the 1930's Photo: The News archive

Wymering racecourse was packed in the 1930's. The News PP4215

3. Our area in the 1930's

Wymering racecourse was packed in the 1930's. The News PP4215 Photo: The News archive

Speed trials were held on the Eastern Road by Southsea Motor Club in 1935, attracting motorists from all over the country and very large crowds.

4. Our area in the 1930's

Speed trials were held on the Eastern Road by Southsea Motor Club in 1935, attracting motorists from all over the country and very large crowds. Photo: The News archive

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