Lifestyle

How I saw family enjoy winter break to savour on Portsmouth's doorstep

The Masked Singer Live has proven one of the most popular shows during Butlin's stays.

Butlin's Bognor Regis: There’s so much included in a Butlin’s break

Here are the restaurant with three rosettes, and hotels with four and five rosettes, in Hampshire.

Best Hampshire fine-dining restaurants and luxury hotels - new AA Guide

26 reasons you can be proud to call Portsmouth your home

Stoke Fruit Farm in Hayling Island, have a fantastic display of pumpkins which can be seen and purchased ready in time for Halloween.
Picture: Sarah Standing (101023-1802)

Best places to pick your own pumpkin in Hampshire

Just some of our favourite walks

19 of the best autumn walks in and near the Portsmouth area

These are the best pubs and breweries in Portsmouth, according to the CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2024.

22 best pubs and breweries in the city, according to the Good Beer Guide

Top 12 richest people in Hampshire worth millions

How many of these words and phrases do you use? Picture: Chris Moorhouse

11 words and phrases you will only know if you live in Portsmouth

Homes and Gardens

This detached Denmead home is on the market for £630,000, with five bedrooms, modernised accommodation and off-road parking for three vehicles

Modernised five-bedroom Denmead house for £630,000
A flexible family layout, two electric ovens and energy-saving upgrades feature in this freehold Hampshire home, set in a village location close to countryside and major road links
Gareth Butterfield

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches

Bunches has plenty of options to choose from including flowers, hampers and greeting cards.

Bunches sells more than flowers, including plants and hampers

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser review: No water, no wires, no faff

Ad Feature Back up you adventures at home or outdoors – Jackery has the power

Tumella's stormproof umbrella has dropped in price just in time for the inclement weather

The bargain brolly designed to stand up to autumn gusts

Green-fingered Portsmouth gardeners celebrate blooming centenary year

Spring flowers make the perfect addition to any Mother's Day bouquet, but some can be deadly to your dog.

The 6 flowers in your bouquet that could be deadly to your dog

Dog owners should follow this one rule this spring to avoid a hefty fine.

Dog owners warned to avoid making this one mistake during spring

Sounds that seem tolerable to us can be painfully loud for our pets.

The everyday noises that could be dangerous to your dog's hearing

Oral health is one of the most overlooked aspects of pet care.

This is how often you should be brushing your dog's teeth every week

Food and Drink

Green Posts general manager George Skeates during the World Cup

Portsmouth pub manager is named one of the country's best
George has made the pub perform ‘exceptionally’ say bosses
Tom Morton

The Golden Lion, Southwick High Street, PO17 6EB.

'Improvements made' after 'shock' food hygiene rating for popular pub

The pumpkins are in store now - and the most you'll pay is 59p

Sainsbury's will sell you a pumpkin for 50p this year - here's how

The Heron reopened on Friday, October 16 following a major refurbishment.

'We are delighted' - pub reopens after six-figure transformation

(L-R) James Donougher, Graham Brown, Jordan Thompson and Dave Clark

New immersive food tour allows you to follow in Nelson's footsteps

Staycation

Ad Feature Your dream seaside escape could be closer than you think

Ye Olde Bell Hotel exterior

Beat those winter blues with a stay at Nottinghamshire spa hotel

An expert has shared tips and tricks on how to secure a budget-friendly staycation and save money when choosing to holiday in the UK. (Photo: Getty Images)

The best way to save money on a UK holiday for summer 2026

Retro

Clubbers enjoy a night out in Portsmouth in 2009. Picture: (091104-2192)

36 fabulous pictures from fun nights out in Portsmouth 2009

Revellers having a good time at Tiger Tiger in Gunwharf Quays back in the day.

41 fun photos showing an awesome night out in 90s and early 00s in Portsmouth

Aerial of Haslar and HMS Dolphin in 1998.

10 glorious aerial pictures from across Portsmouth area in 1998

Best In Portsmouth

Winter Road, Southsea, in 1984. The News PP1936

16 memorable pictures taking you back to Southsea in the 80s
Here are some fabulous images to enjoy from the 1980s.
Steve Deeks

The Gunwharf development 10th February 2001, viewed from Old Portsmouth. Picture: Malcolm Wells. 010784-3

19 photos showing how Gunwharf Quays was built

Salomon Quest Echo GTX walking boots

Best Outdoor Gear 2026: Top Running & Hiking Products Reviewed

2007. Market traders now placed in Commercial Road Portsmouth. Three of the four generations ¬ (Centre) George Warren (73), with (left) his son Michael (46) and (right) his grandson James (25. Picture: Mallcolm Wells (070151-120)

Portsmouth traders who have been a mainstay of markets in the city

Broad Street sketch 1800's

19 wonderful retro photos taking you back to Old Portsmouth

Cars and Motoring

Lamtto's RC35 is a monster of a display - and it has some incredibly smart features

Lamtto RC35 review: huge 11-inch CarPlay screen upgrades older cars

The Santa Fe remains as striking to look at as it did when it first launched in the UK

Hyundai Santa Fe PHEV review: big, clever and surprisingly sensible

The OOONO Co-Driver No1 traffic alarm alerts drivers to speed cameras

Speed camera warning device reduced to £27

The 500 Hybrid is every bit as cute as the 500e, and the added appeal should make it a more familiar sight

Fiat 500 Hybrid review: petrol power brings this city car back to life

Family

Grange Junior School, Gosport

Ofsted gives junior school the once-over

The 15 best-rated secondary schools for maths and English GCSE results in the Portsmouth area.

The 15 best-rated secondary schools for maths and English GCSE results

The new Yoto Mini 4th Generation starts shipping today and I’ve already ordered one for Christmas

The new Yoto Mini starts shipping today and I can’t wait to get mine

Everyone’s favourite dog Bluey has just landed on Yoto and we can’t wait to listen

Bluey fans can now listen to their favourite stories on Yoto

New Gen Yoto Player

The new Yoto Player has already made my son’s Christmas list

I’d pick LEGO DUPLO over another noisy toddler toy and these sets are up to 25% off at Very

LEGO DUPLO sets up to 25% off at Very

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The e.l.f. Christmas gift sets I'd pick for beauty lovers this year and prices start from just £15

e.l.f. Christmas gift sets for beauty lovers

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

Jo Malone London's new Vanilla Scotch Cologne combines warm vanilla, amber and a distinctive whisky note, making it a gorgeous fragrance especially for the colder months.

Jo Malone London's £130 perfume is a winter winner

The American Golf Luxury Advent Calendar features 24 days of golfing treats, including balls, tees, accessories and more, all presented in festive red, white and blue packaging.

American Golf's £129 luxury advent calendar is a golfer's dream

Yoto Mini 4th Gen review: I tried the £89.99 screen-free player for kids

Yoto Mini 4th Gen review: Is it worth £89.99?

Here are the best rated coffee shops in Portsmouth as per Google reviews.
Photo: chayathon2000 - stock.adobe.com

'Best coffee in Portsmouth' - the 9 top rated coffee spots in the city

Here 15 spots to go to celebrate after the Great South Run.

15 of the best places to celebrate finishing the Great South Run

The Kono expandable cabin bag features a separate cosmetic pouch, wet pocket and trolley strap.

Kono expandable cabin bag drops to £13.99 in Amazon deal