Memories of Portsmouth in 1980 | Nostalgia

1980 was a significant year for Portsmouth.

The Queen made a royal visit to the city, and the A3(M) had just opened for the first time after construction finished.

The shops lining Copnor Road in March 1980. Picture: The Newsplaceholder image
The shops lining Copnor Road in March 1980. Picture: The News

All of these photos are from The News’ archives – what are your memories of Portsmouth in 1980?

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