Sometimes, pub names can reveal something about local history – as is the case with the Havant Wetherspoons “The Parchment Makers”, which draws on the area’s industrial times. In other cases, they are purely for fun. Unusual or funny monikers are as much a celebrated part of the Great British pub as a well poured pint or a packet of pork scratchings.
From the Sir Loin of Beef to the Square Cow, we’ve put together a list of some of what we think are the best pub names in the area. The most memorably named drinking holes in and around the city, these public houses will leave you amused, baffled or intrigued with their wonderful word-play.
Here are 13 pubs with quirky names in and around Portsmouth:
5. The Cocked Hat - Privett Road, Gosport
The Cocket Hat is a bar and restaurant in Privett Road, Gosport. Picture: Malcolm Wells Photo: Malcolm Wells
6. The Jolly Sailor - Clarence Parade, Southsea
The Jolly Sailor, Southsea is rated 3.9 on Google. Picture: Chris Moorhouse Photo: Chris Moorhouse
7. The One Eyed Dog - Elm Grove, Southsea
The One Eyed Dog in Elm Grove, Southsea. The pub is pictured in 2014 when it was decorated with street art. Picture: Allan Hutchings Photo: Allan Hutchings
8. The Artillery Arms - Hester Road, Southsea
The Artillery Arms is a traditional pub in Southsea, which is rated 4.5 on Google. Picture: Stuart Martin Photo: Stuart Martin