From the founding of Southsea, to the railway stations and the construction of the Guildhall, the mark of Queen Vic’s reign can be seen across the city. A number of popular Portsmouth pubs date back to the Victorian days, including the following:
25. The Sir Loin of Beef
This pub in Highland Road, Eastney, was named Cambridge Arms when it opened in the 19th century but is now known as Sir Loin of Beef. Photo: Malcolm Wells
26. The Stag
Located in New Road, Copnor, this pub was built in the 1890s while Queen Vic was still on the throne. It features a large carving of a stag at roof level. Photo: Malcolm Wells
27. The Surrey Arms
This pub in Surrey Street, Landport, was called the Victoria Hotel when it opened in the 1890s. It got it's current name in the 1970s. Photo: Sarah Standing
28. The Tap
This pub in London Road, North End, started its life in the 19th century as the North Pole, it was converted into a shop in the 1950s before becoming a pub again in the 80s. Photo: -