Many of our city’s streets are named for other areas of the county or for their military locations – which is unsurprising given Portsmouth’s strong military links.
But many are also named after people too – including many who have had a great impact on our city and the country as a whole.
Here are just some of the many streets in Portsmouth with a story to tell:
1. Battenberg Avenue
Combining the city's naval and French connections, this street was named after Louis Alexander Mountbatten, 1st Marquess of Milford Haven who was formerly Prince Louis Alexander of Battenberg. He was a British naval officer and German prince related by marriage to the British royal family. Photo: Google Maps
2. Prince Albert Road
Queen Victoria was keen that her husband's legacy was recognised and remembered by the country and Portsmouth is no exception. The city has many nods to Prince Albert with Prince Albert Road and Albert Road both taking his name. The Royal Albert pub also bears the prince's name as well as a play area. Photo: Google Maps
3. Gladys Avenue
In a touching tale, this North End road got its name thanks to Alfred White who was a local businessman instrumental in the introduction of the tram system to Portsmouth. In recognition of his work he was given the opportunity to select a name for a road and he chose Gladys Avenue, naming it after his daughter. She was a nurse who trained at Guy's Hospital in London, served during the first world way and was awarded the Florence Nightingale Medal in recognition of her war service. Photo: Google Maps
4. Charlotte Street
This city centre street is named after Queen Charlotte wife of George III - a Queen very much back in the spotlight thanks to her appearance as a character in the Bridgerton series of books and TV series. Photo: Google Maps