We decided to look back through The News archives to see if we could find some of the old drinking establishments that are sadly no longer part of the city.
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Hopefully this gallery might be able to spark some fond memories of good times from down the years. Have a look through all 40 and let us know how many you can remember!
29. The Magpie
This pub on Fratton Road was built in the early 1900s. By the end of 2007 it had closed its doors for good. It is now housing. Photo: JPIMedia
30. The New Roebuck
Built in the 1880s, this pub was in New Road, Buckland, and it closed after planning permission was granted in 2011 to turn it into flats and a shop. Photo: Malcolm Wells
31. The OId George
This pub used to stand in Kingston Road, Buckland, with a tavern having existed on this site since the 1820s. It ceased trading in 1982 and was demolished in 2005 Photo: JPIMeda
32. The Old House at Home
Built in an art deco style during the 1930s in Paulsgrove - and not to be confused with the Old House at Home in Locksway Road, Milton - this pub survived until the early 21st century before finally closing down. It was saved from demolition by a Grade II listing and is believed to be the only Moderne style public house in Portsmouth. It is now housing. Photo: Ian Hargreaves