Shops in Portsmouth: 11 quirky retailers in Southsea including Head Case Curios and Tango Tea

Southsea is home to some of Portsmouth’s most unique and interesting shops, with a multitude of independent retailers trading on Albert Road.

While there are plenty of beloved shops elsewhere in the city, including ones in Commercial Road and the Cascades Shopping Centre, some of the quirkiest shops on Portsea Island can be found in Southsea.

Here are 11 quirky Southsea shops:

Tango Tea is an independent antique shop on Albert Road. The shop is owned by Jenni Catlow, chairwoman of the Albert Road Traders’ Association business support network.
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Tango Tea is an independent antique shop on Albert Road. The shop is owned by Jenni Catlow, chairwoman of the Albert Road Traders’ Association business support network. Picture: Sarah Standing
Tweedy Clothing in Albert Road, Southsea, specialises in sustainable clothes -  some of which are made from recycled plastic bottles.
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Tweedy Clothing in Albert Road, Southsea, specialises in sustainable clothes - some of which are made from recycled plastic bottles. Picture: Sarah Standing
This Southsea shop combines two businesses under one roof and is run by husband and wife duo Luke and April Lovelace. Sweet Tooth is a cafe at the front while Lovelace Atelier is a tailor operating in the back of the premises.


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This Southsea shop combines two businesses under one roof and is run by husband and wife duo Luke and April Lovelace. Sweet Tooth is a cafe at the front while Lovelace Atelier is a tailor operating in the back of the premises. Picture: Sarah Standing
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