The shell of the building was created in 1894 but in 1977 the Central Electricity Generating Board cut off Portsmouth's contribution to the National Grid. This ended Portsmouth’s 83 years of generating electricity.
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13. Portsmouth power station
Portsmouth power station wall. A look along Gunwharf Road with the power station being demolished and the north wall standing alone. Picture: Barry Cox collection Photo: -
14. Portsmouth power station
The Mafeking pub. The United Ales pub The Mafeking located in Warblington Street, Old Portsmouth. Portsmouth power station chimney to the rear. Photo: -
15. Portsmouth power station
The Camber dry dock built in 1860 with the new Portsmouth power station under construction to the rear and opened in 1894. Picture: Mike Nolan collection Photo: -
16. Portsmouth power station
Portsmouth Cathedral 1958. A marvellous view of the Anglican cathedral in Old Portsmouth. The chimneys of Portsmouth power station overlook the scene. Picture courtesy of Helen Mabel Smith Photo: -