The scene in the Guildhall Square where hundreds of Portsmouth schoolchildren enjoyed their annual carol service in December 1983.placeholder image
The scene in the Guildhall Square where hundreds of Portsmouth schoolchildren enjoyed their annual carol service in December 1983. | JPIMedia Resell

20 rarely-seen photos from Portsmouth Guildhall's history

By Kieran Davey
Published 28th Feb 2019, 14:03 GMT
Updated 15th Oct 2019, 11:45 GMT

Portsmouth Guildhall has been one of the city’s greatest landmarks for decades.

From grass steps to royal visits, there’s been a lot of history at the iconic venue. We’ve had a look back through the archives at some of our favourite photos.

The Guildhall being reopened in June 1959

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The Guildhall being reopened in June 1959 | JPIMedia Resell Photo: jpi media

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Portsmouth Guildhall in October 1992

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Portsmouth Guildhall in October 1992 | JPIMedia Resell Photo: jpi media

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Portsmouth Guildhall grassy steps in 1996

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Portsmouth Guildhall grassy steps in 1996 | JPIMedia Resell Photo: jpi media

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Portsmouth Guildhall

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Portsmouth Guildhall | JPIMedia Resell Photo: jpi media

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