Here's 26 reasons why we're proud to come from Portsmouth - from A to Z
By Matthew Mohan-Hickson
Published 21st Jun 2019, 17:03 BST
PORTSMOUTH is a fabulous place to live, work and grow up in.
While we all know Pompey is a great city, if you were looking for evidence to back up that claim – there is plenty from famous residents to war heroes, museums and landmarks. Here are 26 reasons to be proud of Portsmouth from A to Z:
A to Z to be proud of Portsmouth
Born in Portsmouth in 1854, Hertha was a trail blazing engineer. She was awarded the prestigious Hughes Medal in 1906 for her work on electric arcs and ripples in sand and water.
Part of the Historic Dockyard this attraction combines an interactive exhibition highlighting Portsmouth's naval past with a brasserie overlooking the harbour.
Iconic Victorian author Charles Dickens was actually born here in Portsmouth. There is his birthplace museum and a statue in the city centre to help highlight his association with our city.
Portsmouth played a huge role in the D-Day invasion, as shown in the recent 75th anniversary commemorations. This museum in Southsea helps mark the city's part in one of the turning points of the Second World War.
This museum is in a Grade II-listed house that dates back to 1880s. It was a Victorian engine house and still contains a pair of classic Boulton Watt beam engines and pumps.
One of the most iconic stadiums in the country, Fratton Park has been home to Pompey since the turn of the 20th century through thick and thin.
Right in the heart of the city, this impressive building dates back to the 1890s and was designed in a neo-classical style. It is a multi-use venue used for everything from music concerts to council meetings and graduation.
Celebrate Portsmouth proud naval past at the Historic Dockyard museum.
This famous engineer was born in Portsmouth in 1806 and became one of the greatest figures of the Industrial Revolution. He has pubs and roads in the city named after him
A World War Two veteran and longtime steward at Fratton Park, John is definitely one of the best of us. He took on a starring role during the D-Day 75 anniversary ceremony in Southsea.
Opened in the early 20th century, this theatre is still at the heart of entertainment in Southsea and Portsmouth. From top comedians to plays.
Used by Sir Alec Rose when he single-handedly circumnavigated the world between 1967-68. It has recently been restored and sailed back to Port Solent last year.
