The past few years have proved difficult for the hospitality sector as a combination of cost of living pressures, the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and the economic effects of Brexit have pushed many businesses to breaking point.
Small, independent businesses and eateries have been hit particularly hard – with many forced to close for good. We’ve put together a list of some businesses which are sorely missed since they were forced – or chose – to shut up shop.
Here are 16 shops, restaurants and pubs we said goodbye to in Portsmouth in 2023:
13. Drift Bar, Hayling Island
Drift in Hayling Island shut for the final time this month. Picture: Tripadvisor Photo: Contributed
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Elkin and Bell Funerals shut suddenly on Sunday, December 10. Hampshire police are investigating the business practices of the funeral parlour and have arrested two people. Photo: Google
15. Wilko
High street giant Wilko collapsed this year into administration, leading to the closure of hundreds of shops - including in Portsmouth city centre. Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS
16. Loch Fyne Closure
Loch Fyne, located in Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth, closed down suddenly in November. The restaurant chain, which is owned by Greene King, has seen numerous closures across the country. Photo: Google