The News has reflected on all of the clubs that Portsmouth has lost over the years.The News has reflected on all of the clubs that Portsmouth has lost over the years.
The News has reflected on all of the clubs that Portsmouth has lost over the years.

17 legendary nightclubs that have closed in Portsmouth over the years including Tiger Tiger, Ritzy and Pryzm

By Sophie Lewis
Published 28th Oct 2023, 11:57 BST
Updated 14th Feb 2025, 18:30 BST
We have certainly said goodbye to our fair share of iconic nightclubs over the years – let’s take a walk down memory lane.

From Joanna’s to Ritzy to Tiger Tiger, plenty of iconic venues have closed down over the years – with Pryzm being the most recent venue added to the list after closing last year.

The city has no doubt been home to some absolutely sensational venues and The News has decided to look back at some of most historic and iconic clubs in the city that cease to exist.

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Here are 17 nightclubs that have shut over the years:

If you were to travel back to Portsmouth in the 1960s or70s, it is likely you would have put on your dancing shoes and gone to The Mecca in Arundel Street.

17. The Mecca

If you were to travel back to Portsmouth in the 1960s or70s, it is likely you would have put on your dancing shoes and gone to The Mecca in Arundel Street. Photo: Contributed

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This used to be one of the most popular venues for dancing and music during the 20th century. It was on the corner of Eastney Road and Bransbury Road.

18. The Birdcage

This used to be one of the most popular venues for dancing and music during the 20th century. It was on the corner of Eastney Road and Bransbury Road. Photo: Paul Jacobs

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