20 throwback photos capture life on Southsea Common through the years

Generations of people living in Portsmouth have flocked to spend the day at Southsea Common and make the most of the sun.

We decided to dig back through The News’s archives to find our best retro photos to capture life on the Common over the decades. You can see the pictures here.

1. Southsea Common over the years

Southsea Common in October 1988 Photo: The News archive

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2. Southsea Common over the years

Naval war memorial in Southsea Common in April 1985 Photo: The News archive

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3. Southsea Common over the years

The band stand in Southsea Common in June 1998 Photo: The News archive

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4. Southsea Common over the years

Aerial view of Southsea Common in May 1978 Photo: The News archive

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