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.

13. Southsea Common over the years

Construction work is carried out on Southsea Common in June 1994. Photo: The News archive

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14. Southsea Common over the years

The Skatepark on Southsea Common in May 1982 Photo: The News archive

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15. Southsea Common over the years

Cars park on the Common for Southsea Show in August 1980 Photo: The News archive

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16. Southsea Common over the years

Flowers in Southsea Common in May 1972 Photo: The News archive

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