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.

17. Southsea Common over the years

Buses and coaches parked in Southsea Common in June 1978 Photo: The News archive

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18. Southsea Common over the years

Crowds enjoy the sunshine at the bandstand in Southsea Common in June 1998. Photo: The News archive

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19. Southsea Common over the years

A muddy day at Southsea Common in June 1994 Photo: The News archive

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20. Southsea Common over the years

Southsea Common in May 1994 Photo: The News archive

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