From national high street chains to small independent businesses, this year has seen a several businesses open their doors in the Portsmouth area. It demonstrates that the entrepreneurial spirit is still strong in the city and that big businesses still see value in operating in its high streets.
As the year comes to an end it is worth celebrating the fantastic shops and businesses that have opened in 2025.
Here are 41 stores that have opened or moved this year:
42. Batter Up Portsmouth
Anna Gailey opened Batter Up, Portsmouth's first outdoor batting cage, in the spring. | Habibur Rahman
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