26 special Portsmouth photos you've taken since lockdown restrictions began

Engagement Editor

Published 23rd Mar 2021, 16:51 BST

Updated 24th Mar 2021, 10:59 BST

TODAY marks exactly one year since the start of the first national lockdown on March 23, 2020.

The ever-changing restrictions imposed since that day have encouraged us all to find beauty in our nearest surroundings.

And that’s exactly what readers of The News have done, as they’ve demonstrated with this selection of their favourite photos they’ve taken over the past 365 days.

Thank you to everyone who shared special snapshots with us to mark the first anniversary of lockdown.

MORE HERE: 31 photos showing how Portsmouth was turned into a ghost town by the first lockdown

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Kylie's incredible close-up photo of a starling in Eastney is proof nature has come out to play during lockdown. Photo: Kylie Valentine

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For Cilla, lockdown meant finding a new home. That's why this photo of her new house key is special to her. Photo: Cilla Harding

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Katie's reflective view from the Hot Walls is a stunner. Photo: Katie Pepper

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Klaudia's sunset shot is a superb silhouette of home. Photo: Klaudia Giletycz

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Ashley captured this handsome pair in Wickham. Photo: Ashley Grace

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This beautiful photo from Marnie makes Lee-on-the-Solent look like the end of the world. Photo: Marnie Tucker

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Edward Couldwell took this photo looking off the coast of Portsmouth when eased restrictions meant we could sit down and relax outside. Photo: Edward Couldwell