The names of plenty of these places are self explanatory, like the Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
But others can leave you scratching your head.
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So we have pulled together a guide to the origins behind the names of 21 pubs in and around Portsmouth.
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9. The Jolly Taxpayer
One of the more unique names in the city, this pub is in Eastbourne Road, Copnor, and the origin of its name is believed to be down to the fact that an Inland Revenue office used to be nearby. Photo: Ian Hargreaves
10. The Nell Gwynne
Located in Jessie Road, Southsea, this pub gets its name from the 17th century actress and orange seller of the same name who was a long-time mistress of King Charles II. Photo: Malcom Wells
11. The Dolphin
The origins of this Old Portsmouth pub's name comes from naval history. Dolphins were seen as a sign good luck for mariners for hundreds of years. So many ships and pubs bore this name. Photo: JPIMedia
12. The Royal Oak
This pub in Langstone High Street has a fairly common name which comes from the English Civil War when Prince Charles hid in a tree to escape roundheads and it became known as the Royal Oak. Photo: Gerry Woodhouse