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:
13. DNA Vintage
Anna-Rose Mordawska and Dylan Daly opened clothing store DNA Vintage on Gosport High Street in June. | Marcin Jedrysiak
14. Garbo's Hair
An iconic name returned to Southsea this year with the opening of Garbo's Hair in Albert Road. Garbos' had been run for decades before the previous owners liquidated it in December 2024. Pictured is: (l-r) Ebony Madgwick, Charlotte Stockwell, co-director, Tristan Jackson, creative director and Millie Bridger. | Sarah Standing
15. Hotel Chocolat
It was good news for chocolate lovers in July when Hotel Chocolat opened its doors in Whiteley. Pictured is: (l-r) Evangeline, Alex, Sydney, Jennie, Becky, Trudi and Kitty. | Sarah Standing
16. Bargain Brand Foods
Bargain Brand Foods opened in Charlotte Street in August. It is the businesses second store in the area with the original one located in Leigh Park. | Nathan Lipsham