As our collection of photos below show, the city enjoyed a visit from Princess Diana to start the decade. Crowds gathered to welcome back sailors on HMS Gloucester and the old brewery in Queen Street was demolished.
Enjoy a glimpse into what the city was like in 1990. What are your memories of 1990 in Portsmouth?
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5. Portsmouth in 1990
Demolition of former brewery on Queen Street on February 28, 1990. The News PP4056 Photo: The News archive
6. Portsmouth in 1990
The greyhounds being walked around the stadium, Tipner, Portsmouth in November 1990. The News PP4177 Photo: The News archive
7. Portsmouth in 1990
Portsea Venture playground for the children of Aylward Street, Portsmouth in September 1990. The News PP4420 Photo: The News archive
8. Portsmouth in 1990
Bollards restricting market traders at the Tricorn, Portsmouth 1990. The News PP5239 Photo: The News archive