Gunwharf Quays was officially opened in February 2001, with the Spinnaker Tower not far behind it, transforming the former HMS Vernon site into the leisure destination we know and love today.
Much-loved buildings such as Eastney Swimming Pool, Victoria Swimming Baths and The News Centre have also been demolished – and much of our city centre has changed with the loss of many high street brands and the much-lamented food court in the Cascades.
Southsea has seen a lot of change as a result of the new sea defences and promenade which has been created – with work still ongoing.
Portsmouth FC also celebrated an FA Cup victory and the Covid pandemic sent the city into lockdown.
13. Portsmouth in the 2000s
Portsmouth City Council have installed ash trays in the tops of litter bins along Commercial Road in a bid to reduce cigarette smoking related rubbish Photo: Jonathan Brady
14. Portsmouth in the 2000s
Commercial Road Precinct, in Portsmouth city centre, looking south along the parades of shops towards Portsmouth Guildhall. Photo: Michael Scaddan
16. Portsmouth in the 2000s
Hundreds of shoppers in the busy shopping precinct, photographed looking northwards towards Crasswell Street, from the city fountain at Arundel Street, Portsmouth. Photo: Michael Scaddan