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:
9. Hole In The Wall - Great Southsea Street, Southsea
The Hole In The Wall pub in Great Southsea Street, Southsea is a self-described 'renowned pub showcasing cask ales and bottled European beers, plus sausage 'n' mash and sandwiches.' Picture: Google Streetview Photo: -
10. The Honest Politician - Elm Grove, Southsea
The Honest Politician pub in Southsea. Pictured here in 2021, the premises has since had a colourful makeover. Picture: Sam Stephenson Photo: Sam Stephenson
11. Sir Loin of Beef - Highland Rd, Southsea
The Sir Loin of Beef is a popular Southsea pub which was recently renovated and came under new ownership. Picture: Sam Stephenson Photo: Sam Stephenson
12. Powder Monkey Brewery - Priddy's Hard, Gosport
The Monkey Powder Brewery in Gosport takes it's name from it's historic premises - a former gunpowder store. Photo: Powder Monkey