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:
29. Ding Dong
Ding Dong ,a new homeware store, opened in Cascades Shopping Centre. | Sarah Standing
30. H&M
The new-look H&M shop reopened in Commercial Road after a refurbishment saw it closed for a number of months. | H&M
31. The Entertainer
The Entertainer toy shop opened in Gunwharf ahead of the festive season. | Sarah Standing
32. Par Society
Sam Tozer-Goldacre opened a golf simulator in Portsmouth called Par Society in March. | Joe Williams