Alcohol

Concerns raised over plans for cafe at historic site to sell alcohol

The five-in-one frozen drink maker can prepare slushies, cocktails, milkshakes and ice cream without adding bags of ice

Five-in-one slushie and ice-cream maker gets 30% summer discount

People enjoying the sunshine at Southsea seafront.

Residents urged to take extra care during 'exceptionally hot weather'

Youths at River Hamble Country Park were seen throwing vodka bottles into the water and getting drunk.

'Intoxicated' youths throw vodka bottles at River Hamble Country Park

Hot Walls in Old Portsmouth

Tough measures remain in place to deal with unruly behaviour

A large police presence was required at the hotwalls on Saturday, May 23 after a gathering of 150 young people resulted in "aggressive and intimidating" behaviour from some.

Police warning as group of up to 150 young people gather at Hotwalls

A padel court, similar to the one pictured, could soon be opening in Fareham

New Fareham padel centre serves up application to sell alcohol

Scales of Justice

Man jailed following a string of shoplifting incidents

The new bar is planned for the first floor of 93 London Road Waterlooville, above The Exchange.

Late night alcohol licence under consideration for cocktail lounge

The old Portchester Poundwise store in West Street could soon be reopening under new ownership.

Residents unanimously object to plans for 24-hour off-licence

The man holding a bottle of Malibu was arrested on Gosport High Street after subjecting police to a torrent of abuse.

Man with 'open bottle of Malibu' arrested after torrent of abuse

Children under 14 in Hampshire are being drawn into drug use, as new figures reveal a sharp rise in those needing treatment.

Sharp rise in schoolchildren needing treatment for drug use

You really shouldn't need to check with a device like this if you're a long way over the limit, but sometimes it can be valuable to have a confirmation

Personal breathalyser review as UK drink-drive limit set to fall

The AlcoSense Excel gives you a clear indication of whether or not you're safe to drive

AlcoSense Excel breathalyser review: accuracy, features and value

Drink driver arrested directly outside police station

The Government is running a consultation on licensing reform, which includes a proposal to remove the statutory requirement for alcohol licensing notices to be advertised in print local papers

Last chance to have your say over plans to axe pub licensing notices
⚠ There are just days left to have your say over plans to axe pub licensing notices - and silence your voice
Abbey Maclure

Aldi launches new alcohol products - including liquor that 'tastes like Quality Street'

Aldi launches new alcohol range - including 'Quality Street' liquor

Sainsbury's launches new 'premium tier' restaurant-quality meal range

Exclusive Sainsbury's unveils premium meal range

We took the Stena Line Duty Free Challenge and came away with great bargains

Duty Free Challenge: We found best way to head to Dublin with family

Quitting both smoking and alcohol could save you £3,500–£4,000 a year (Photos: Pexels/Getty Images)

Cutting out smoking and alcohol this Stoptober could save you £1,000s

Greene King Brewery has released a series of new "casktails" that combine cask ale with modern mixology

Men AVOID drinking cocktails in public - in case they get mocked

The team at Bar Flores were excited to welcome their first customers on Friday, August 29.

See inside the new bar bringing tastes of Spain to Lee-on-the-Solent

Portsmouth Magistrates' Court. Picture: Chris Moorhouse

Man jailed for 10 months for multiple burglary incidents

The best afternoon teas in the UK - from restaurants to luxury at home

The best afternoon teas for Afternoon Tea Week

The best non-alcoholic drink options for 2025 - including gin, beer, prosecco

Top non-alcoholic drinks for 2025

Hundreds of arrests were made across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight for drink and drug driving as part of a police crackdown.

"It's selfish": Hundreds arrested for drink and drug driving

Vanja Ratnam and Jana Vinojan, with Gill Sherratt in the background, at Gosport Borough Council's licensing subs board on July 8

Computer shop becoming mini supermarket selling booze into early hours
A new mini supermarket will be coming to Gosport selling alcohol into the early hours.
Noni Needs

Food and drinks you can bring on UK airlines - including TUI, Jet2, easyjet and Ryanair

Full list of food and drink that is permitted on major budget airlines

51 per cent of women feel controlled by their periods

Millions of women say their menstrual cycle dictates what they wear

The moment Timothy Jason Starkie crashed into the parked car

Watch: Moment serial drink driver crashes into parked car

Serial thief ram-raided shop during burglary spree

Moment serial burglar ram-raids shop for cigarettes, booze and cash

Drink driver crashes into wall and leaves injured passengers behind

'Cowardly' driver crashes car and flees - with a passenger in the boot

Man runs marathon dressed in Domino's Pizza box

Brave runner completed the London Marathon – dressed as a pizza box

Beer: Heineken to lower alcohol strength of popular beer for ‘balanced lifestyle’

Heineken reduces alcohol content of popular beer

'Brazen' shoplifter hides stolen goods in a pushchair

CCTV: Brazen shoplifter crams pushchair with stolen goods in Poundland

Over 14,000 under 17-year-olds sought treatment for addiction between 2023/2024

Ad Feature UK teen drug and alcohol addiction is a "growing crisis", experts warn

Galentine’s Day Drinks: The perfect night in with the girls including champagne, cocktails and non alcoholic

Galentine’s Day drinks with the girls

Methanol poisoning can cause serious symptoms or even be fatal.

Methanol poisoning: The health risks and symptoms to look out for

Danny Dyer is working to launch the Pack Our Pubs initiative

Former Eastenders actor Danny Dyer lends support to struggling pubs

(Photos: Pexels/LinkedIn)

I'm a business expert - go vegan and give up coffee to save cash

‘I tried the viral “Chicken Wine” La Vieille Ferme - and it is now my favourite summer tipple’ (Photo: Adobe Stock / Holly Allton)

I tried the viral 'Chicken Wine' - and it's worth the hype

Fareham Police have arrested a woman on suspicion of drink driving while carrying a child in the passenger seat. The force said she was more than three times over the drink driving limit.

Woman arrested for drink driving over three times limit with child

Party revelling Brits warned to avoid the roads this Christmas

The knitted jumper design comes after research revealed that 1 in 4 winter drownings involve alcohol

Tom Daley releases knitted jumper with crucial message

These vitamins could be the key to dodging illnesses this winter

The best Vitamin D supplement to take this winter - a doctor explains

Goslings Black Seal Rum from Bermuda

Special rum Black Friday deals that bring taste of Caribbean alive

We've been meeting at this pub every Thursday for the last 56 years

Three brandy glasses during Ararat factory tour

I tried brandy in Armenia - and it has made me a convert

Public divided over Tom Holland's new non-alcoholic beer

A dental expert gives their tips on maintaining a healthy mouth

Harley Street dentist reveals 12 rules in his own cleaning regime

Southsea Brunch Klub in Elm Grove, Southsea.Picture: Sarah Standing (190924-1684)

Southsea Brunch Klub licence reinstated following successful appeal

Excitement is building as B&M signage has gone up at the old Wilko unit.
Picture Credit: Habibur Rahman

Excitement as B&M signage appears at former Wilko unit in Portsmouth

Heartstopping footage shows a drunk BMW driver speeding away from a pub - moments before he killed his teenage friend in a horror crash.

Distressing video: Teen impaled by fence in drink-drive horror crash

A poll of 2,000 motorists found a whopping 86 per cent have been in control of a vehicle while tired at some point

Millions of drivers admit getting behind the wheel when tired

Students and young people have been urged to look out for each other amid spiking incidents in Portsmouth and across Hampshire. Pictured is The Astoria in Guildhall Walk.

Police urge freshers to look out for each other amid spiking incidents