PORTSMOUTH ENGLAND
by: Maria Williams
Portsmouth is located on the south coast of the scenic county of
Hampshire. The city has a long established historic naval presence.
The city of Portsmouth was established in the year 1623, being a
community that swears by its influence to world history. As well as
being an important naval town, Portsmouth has a nostalgic feel with it’s
cobblestone streets, horse drawn carriages, museums and famous
historic buildings. Boasting over one hundred restaurants, antique
shops and a huge music hall called the Portsmouth Music Hall. You
will fall in love with the ambience that this historic city offers as well as
the coastal aspect of the place.
Places of Interest in Portsmouth:
A place of historic significance, you can explore Lord Nelson’s flagship,
HMS Victory and visit Queen Victoria’s battleship, HMS Warrior 1860.
You could also have a look at Henry Vlll’s Mary Rose and retrace the
history of the Royal Navy at the Royal Naval Museum. Other attractions
include Charles Dickens’ birthplace, the D-Day Museum featuring the
Overlord Embroidery, Southsea Castle, the Royal Marines Museum,
and Portsmouth Cathedral.
Royal Marines Museum: This is a grand museum situated in a former
officers' mess with sweeping stairways, chandeliers and fine paintings.
There are also beautiful grounds in which you can relax and enjoy a
quiet picnic with your friends. The Exhibition gallery features a talking
head of Hannah Snell, audiovisual shows, interactive games, and a
collection of over 7,000 medals.
Eastney Beam Engine House Industrial Archaeology: This museum
contains a pair of magnificent James Watt beam engines, stationed in
their original high Victorian engine house of 1887. There are also a
variety of other pumping engines on display here.
Natural History Museum: In this museum you can see the geology of
the Portsmouth area and a full-size reconstruction of Dinosaur
“Iguanodon” and other fossil remains. You can enter here through the
Riverbank scene with a fresh water aquarium and have a look at the
different kinds of fish on display. You can also see the “Ice Age”
displays and early mammals and birds here.
The Spinnaker Tower: This is one wonder which is absolutely breath-
taking.You can experience the stunning views from this unique 170m
tower, visible from miles around. This is the newest landmark which is
change the skyline of Portsmouth!
Aspex Gallery: Here, tourists can experience the most creative and
contemporary visual arts; locally, nationally and internationally. There
are programs of solo, grouped and themed exhibitions mostly centred
on the work of younger or emerging artists.
The 1642 Living History Village, Historic Site, Gosport: This is a
representational Hampshire village set in the year 1642. You could go
back in time and experience this replica of how it used to be with timber
and thatched buildings. Occupants dress and speak in 17th century
style.
Things to do in Portsmouth:
Portsmouth is also called the Waterfront city. It has a fantastic range of
restaurants, bars and cafés to soothe your thirst and satisfy your taste
buds. Of course, it will suit your budget too. As far as shops are
concerned, the choice is huge.
Shopping: The Southsea, this major shopping complex has two
department stores as well as a range of boutique shops. There are
florists, diamond merchants and antique dealers; even interior
decorators to cater to your every shopping need. Of course, the cafes,
restaurants and bars are numerous too. There is Gunwharf Quays with
80 outlets that sell big brand names for a discount prices. It is open
seven days a week. The City Centre is famous for it’s branded and
trendy stores. The shopping precinct on Commercial Road, the indoor
mall at Cascades, and the street markets on Thursday, Friday and
Saturday are very popular and well worth a visit.
Eating and drinking: There are restaurants and small bistro’s that offer
cuisine ranging from Indian to Italian, Turkish to Thai. If you want to
meet with friends or enjoy your weekend, there is always a themed
location to drink and socialize.
Special Events: Two of Portsmouth's most renowned personalities
have events to commemorate their lives in 2006. “Brunel 200
Portsmouth” will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of
Isambard Kingdom Brunel, who was born in Portsmouth on 9th of April
1806.The famous author Richard Lancelyn Green will be releasing his
wonderful collection of Conan Doyle-related books, papers and
assorted memorabilia in the later half of 2006.
Transport: Portsmouth has regular bus routes connecting the main
visitor areas. In fact, a new pilot bus service for all you night owls has
been inaugurated and is operational on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Nightrunner will start services from South Parade Pier at 1.25am
and 2.25 am and at Winston Churchill Avenue at 1.30am and 2.30am.
There are currently 234 licensed taxis working in the city providing 24-
hour service.
Portsmouth Food and Drink:
Indian Palace: Indian Palace in Gunwharf Quays is famous for
authentic and traditional spicy and tasty Indian and moghlai dishes.
Arbuckles: This small and friendly restaurant is famous for chicken and
vegetarian burgers. Booking is required.
A fistful of Tacos: This place at South Sea serves authentic sea food
and vegeterian dishes as well.
Café Citrus is a popular café bar in Albert Road, Southsea. It is perfect
for a romantic rendevous or a friendly get-together.
Portsmouth Hotels and Accomodation:
Whether you are looking for a short stay or a longer holiday, Portsmouth
offers a comprehensive range of accommodation from small, private
bed and breakfasts to the plusher four-star hotels. It is always better if
you reserve your accommodation in advance. The tarrif’s for hotels,
accomodations and guest houses are generally quoted as per person,
based on a couple sharing, and include VAT (17.5%). All prices for self-
catering units are quoted as per unit per week inclusive of VAT (17.5%).
Inn Lodge Portsmouth
Royal Beach Hotel
Express by Holiday Inn Portsmouth
Tulip Inn Portsmouth
Beaufort Hotel
Best Western Queens Hotel
Seacrest Hotel
Entertainment:
The city of Portsmouth is abuzz with entertainment and activity around
the clock. Catering for all diverse tastes such as comedy, film, football,
live music, bowling, literature and arts. At Gunwharf Quays there is a
bowling arena and a state of the art 12 screen cinema, with a further 9
screen cinema at Port Solent. The Kings Theatre Trust Limited at Albert
Road, Portsmouth is famous for live music and theatrical events. No 6
Independent Cinema and Vue Cinemas are two of the 4 major cinema
houses here.
All in all, Portsmouth is a city on the sea packed with a beautiful mix of
history and heritage. Add to it the variety on offer with it’s bars and
restaurants as well as a comprehensive program of events, you know
that you have discovered the right city to spend your holiday or short
stay. Being situated on the coast is a huge bonus too!.
About The Author
Name: Maria Williams
Occupation: Traveller
Website: http://www.sleepuk.com
Biography: Maria writes for Sleep UK - providers of discounted hotels to
make your stay in the UK as comfortable as possible.
by: Maria Williams
Portsmouth is located on the south coast of the scenic county of
Hampshire. The city has a long established historic naval presence.
The city of Portsmouth was established in the year 1623, being a
community that swears by its influence to world history. As well as
being an important naval town, Portsmouth has a nostalgic feel with it’s
cobblestone streets, horse drawn carriages, museums and famous
historic buildings. Boasting over one hundred restaurants, antique
shops and a huge music hall called the Portsmouth Music Hall. You
will fall in love with the ambience that this historic city offers as well as
the coastal aspect of the place.
Places of Interest in Portsmouth:
A place of historic significance, you can explore Lord Nelson’s flagship,
HMS Victory and visit Queen Victoria’s battleship, HMS Warrior 1860.
You could also have a look at Henry Vlll’s Mary Rose and retrace the
history of the Royal Navy at the Royal Naval Museum. Other attractions
include Charles Dickens’ birthplace, the D-Day Museum featuring the
Overlord Embroidery, Southsea Castle, the Royal Marines Museum,
and Portsmouth Cathedral.
Royal Marines Museum: This is a grand museum situated in a former
officers' mess with sweeping stairways, chandeliers and fine paintings.
There are also beautiful grounds in which you can relax and enjoy a
quiet picnic with your friends. The Exhibition gallery features a talking
head of Hannah Snell, audiovisual shows, interactive games, and a
collection of over 7,000 medals.
Eastney Beam Engine House Industrial Archaeology: This museum
contains a pair of magnificent James Watt beam engines, stationed in
their original high Victorian engine house of 1887. There are also a
variety of other pumping engines on display here.
Natural History Museum: In this museum you can see the geology of
the Portsmouth area and a full-size reconstruction of Dinosaur
“Iguanodon” and other fossil remains. You can enter here through the
Riverbank scene with a fresh water aquarium and have a look at the
different kinds of fish on display. You can also see the “Ice Age”
displays and early mammals and birds here.
The Spinnaker Tower: This is one wonder which is absolutely breath-
taking.You can experience the stunning views from this unique 170m
tower, visible from miles around. This is the newest landmark which is
change the skyline of Portsmouth!
Aspex Gallery: Here, tourists can experience the most creative and
contemporary visual arts; locally, nationally and internationally. There
are programs of solo, grouped and themed exhibitions mostly centred
on the work of younger or emerging artists.
The 1642 Living History Village, Historic Site, Gosport: This is a
representational Hampshire village set in the year 1642. You could go
back in time and experience this replica of how it used to be with timber
and thatched buildings. Occupants dress and speak in 17th century
style.
Things to do in Portsmouth:
Portsmouth is also called the Waterfront city. It has a fantastic range of
restaurants, bars and cafés to soothe your thirst and satisfy your taste
buds. Of course, it will suit your budget too. As far as shops are
concerned, the choice is huge.
Shopping: The Southsea, this major shopping complex has two
department stores as well as a range of boutique shops. There are
florists, diamond merchants and antique dealers; even interior
decorators to cater to your every shopping need. Of course, the cafes,
restaurants and bars are numerous too. There is Gunwharf Quays with
80 outlets that sell big brand names for a discount prices. It is open
seven days a week. The City Centre is famous for it’s branded and
trendy stores. The shopping precinct on Commercial Road, the indoor
mall at Cascades, and the street markets on Thursday, Friday and
Saturday are very popular and well worth a visit.
Eating and drinking: There are restaurants and small bistro’s that offer
cuisine ranging from Indian to Italian, Turkish to Thai. If you want to
meet with friends or enjoy your weekend, there is always a themed
location to drink and socialize.
Special Events: Two of Portsmouth's most renowned personalities
have events to commemorate their lives in 2006. “Brunel 200
Portsmouth” will celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of
Isambard Kingdom Brunel, who was born in Portsmouth on 9th of April
1806.The famous author Richard Lancelyn Green will be releasing his
wonderful collection of Conan Doyle-related books, papers and
assorted memorabilia in the later half of 2006.
Transport: Portsmouth has regular bus routes connecting the main
visitor areas. In fact, a new pilot bus service for all you night owls has
been inaugurated and is operational on Friday and Saturday nights.
The Nightrunner will start services from South Parade Pier at 1.25am
and 2.25 am and at Winston Churchill Avenue at 1.30am and 2.30am.
There are currently 234 licensed taxis working in the city providing 24-
hour service.
Portsmouth Food and Drink:
Indian Palace: Indian Palace in Gunwharf Quays is famous for
authentic and traditional spicy and tasty Indian and moghlai dishes.
Arbuckles: This small and friendly restaurant is famous for chicken and
vegetarian burgers. Booking is required.
A fistful of Tacos: This place at South Sea serves authentic sea food
and vegeterian dishes as well.
Café Citrus is a popular café bar in Albert Road, Southsea. It is perfect
for a romantic rendevous or a friendly get-together.
Portsmouth Hotels and Accomodation:
Whether you are looking for a short stay or a longer holiday, Portsmouth
offers a comprehensive range of accommodation from small, private
bed and breakfasts to the plusher four-star hotels. It is always better if
you reserve your accommodation in advance. The tarrif’s for hotels,
accomodations and guest houses are generally quoted as per person,
based on a couple sharing, and include VAT (17.5%). All prices for self-
catering units are quoted as per unit per week inclusive of VAT (17.5%).
Inn Lodge Portsmouth
Royal Beach Hotel
Express by Holiday Inn Portsmouth
Tulip Inn Portsmouth
Beaufort Hotel
Best Western Queens Hotel
Seacrest Hotel
Entertainment:
The city of Portsmouth is abuzz with entertainment and activity around
the clock. Catering for all diverse tastes such as comedy, film, football,
live music, bowling, literature and arts. At Gunwharf Quays there is a
bowling arena and a state of the art 12 screen cinema, with a further 9
screen cinema at Port Solent. The Kings Theatre Trust Limited at Albert
Road, Portsmouth is famous for live music and theatrical events. No 6
Independent Cinema and Vue Cinemas are two of the 4 major cinema
houses here.
All in all, Portsmouth is a city on the sea packed with a beautiful mix of
history and heritage. Add to it the variety on offer with it’s bars and
restaurants as well as a comprehensive program of events, you know
that you have discovered the right city to spend your holiday or short
stay. Being situated on the coast is a huge bonus too!.
About The Author
Name: Maria Williams
Occupation: Traveller
Website: http://www.sleepuk.com
Biography: Maria writes for Sleep UK - providers of discounted hotels to
make your stay in the UK as comfortable as possible.
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