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:
21. The Interior Port
The Interior Port opened in Havant Road, Drayton in September. It had closed the doors to its shop in Albert Road a month previously. | Sarah Standing
22. The Junk Emporium
The Junk Emporium opened in September, in the former Boots store in Cosham High Street. Pictured is: Jon Corbin, joint owner of The Junk Emporium. | Sarah Standing
23. In the Clouds Cosmetics Picture: Sarah Standing (290925-5031)
In October Lauren-Ann Lee opened In The Clouds Cosmetics, a wholesaler, in Denmead below her beauty academy. | Sarah Standing
24. The Florist of Bere
The Florist of Bere opened in Hambledon Road in Denmead over the summer. | Sarah Standing