Portsmouth at leisure at the end of Victorian era and into the 20th century | Nostalgia

Five sparkling pictures capturing life at Southsea towards the end of Queen Victoria’s reign and on into the 1930s.
By Deborah Croker
Published 11th Jan 2022, 15:47 BST
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We particularly enjoyed the shot of the man being drenched by a wave overtopping the wall at Clarence Pier.

Did he pose for the photographer or was he genuinely caught unawares?

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If the former, it would be satisfying to think the photographer rewarded him with enough cash for a warming drink.

February 7, 1936: Members of Southsea Model Yacht Club preparing their boats for the coming season. Picture: E Phillips/Fox Photos/Getty ImagesFebruary 7, 1936: Members of Southsea Model Yacht Club preparing their boats for the coming season. Picture: E Phillips/Fox Photos/Getty Images
February 7, 1936: Members of Southsea Model Yacht Club preparing their boats for the coming season. Picture: E Phillips/Fox Photos/Getty Images

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