Pubs

As the weather turns chillier, here are some of the best pubs in Portsmouth and the surrounding areas with log fires

15 cosiest pubs in Portsmouth with toasty log burning fireplaces

The Blue Bell Inn owners are hoping to reopen in early September.

'Lovely' pub earmarks early September re-opening after fire

Landlady Rachel Pitt is celebrating the reopening of the Meon pub in Milton following a £130,000 refurbishment.

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Punters raise a glass to mark pub's reopening after £130,000 revamp

Up to 15 craft ciders will be available at local pubs

Ten day craft cider festival kicks off in local Wetherspoons pubs

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The Brickmakers in Church Road, Swanmore, has a real fire.

New chapter for boarded up pub following acquisition

England fans celebrate victory over Mexico at the World Cup

'Terrifying' but extraordinary victory will live long in the memory

Fans in Portsmouth watching the World Cup, England Vs USA on Friday 25th November 2022

Pictured: Fans in Green Post, Portsmouth

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Portsmouth pubs that will open for the England-Mexico match at 1am

From left, landlady of the Lord John Russell in Albert Road, Southsea, Melanie Port, and bar staff Eden Letchford.

Portsmouth pubs feel the World Cup excitement ahead of Mexico game

Owner of the Green Posts, George Skeates, has hailed the boost the World Cup has had on trade at his Portsmouth pub.

Green Posts owner hails 'massive' World Cup boost packing pub

61 High Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 7BG - Clive Emson Auctioneers - online auction ending February 11, 2026.

Planning applications- including plans for a former probation office

People enjoying the bank holiday sun in Southsea at the water fountains in front of Southsea Castle . Pictured by Alec Chapman

14 fabulous things to do to keep your family entertained on a budget

Proper pubs are offering a free pint to England fans on Three Lions' matchdays. Image: Sasint/stock.adobe

Hampshire pubs launch free pint offer for England's World Cup games

Vespasian Security has celebrated 20 years of keeping people safe at major events

Guildhall Walk to the Queen's funeral: Saluting 20 years of Vespasian

Emsworth Art Trail: Social Square - Nancy Goodens

Popular Emsworth Arts Trail makes a return this weekend - details

Here are 38 restaurants that were given a food hygiene rating of 5 in March 2026.

38 fantastic new five-star food hygiene ratings given out in March
38 Portsmouth area eateries have received top marks for food hygiene in March.
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Here are the worst food hygiene ratings released in the Portsmouth area in March.

5 of the worst food hygiene ratings released in March

18 great pictures of Portsmouth area pubs from 2006

Here are the 55 five star food hygiene rating released in February 2026.

55 eateries with perfect food hygiene ratings in February

Here are the 11 worst food hygiene rating released in February.

11 of the worst food hygiene ratings released in February

Beers from all over the world will be available at the 12 day festival.

"A great celebration" - popular pubs announce 12-day beer festival

New managers of the Lord Arthur Lee pub in Fareham, Stevie Barrass and Tash Hurst.

See inside The Lord Arthur Lee as it reopens under new management duo

The Lord Arthur Lee on West Street, Fareham is re-opening under new management on Thursday, February 26.

Nightlife to return to Fareham as pub comes under new management

The Vine Inn, Ower, is set to undergo a major six fugure refurbishment.

Hampshire pub to undergo six figure refurbishment

The Fox & Hounds, a family-friendly pub in Bursledon, is set to temporarily close for a six-figure refurbishment.

Cosy Hampshire pub closes for major six figure refurbishment

Amanda Martin MP lobbying the Minister about Portsmouth Pubs

Political comment: Government announces support package that backs Pompey pubs

Stephen Morgan MP

POLITICAL COMMENT: MP welcomed support package that backs Portsmouth Pubs
Portsmouth South MP Stephen Morgan has welcomed the announcement of a major support package which he said would be a boost to the city's pubs.
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The Rutland Arms

Nerves and excitement as new landlord takes over popular pub

Ad Feature Escape for less this winter to the Isle of Wight

Admiral Taverns is looking for seven new operators to take over pubs across Hampshire.

Hampshire pubs on the hunt for new operators

Manor House community welcome event.

Pictured: People came to a meeting to find out what would become of the former Manor House Pub which closed suddenly, prompting a community group to save the venue.

Picture:Marcin Jedrysiak

"Vision" for Manor House Pub unveiled at welcome event

Here are 15 of the worst food hygiene rating released for the Portsmouth area in December.

15 of the worst food hygiene ratings released in December

iGulu's F1 machine is as simple as using a pod coffee machine - just pop some ingredients in, let it brew for a few weeks, and your beer will be ready

The iGulu F1 home-brewing machine makes craft beer at home a doddle

Here are the lowest food hygiene rating released in November for the Portsmouth area.

11 of the worst food hygiene ratings released in November

Wetherspoons

Wetherspoons unveils new Birmingham pub - opening in Easter 2026

The Guinness Nitrosurge device helps you pour the perfect pint at home

Guinness Nitrosurge drops to £19.99 in rare Black Friday deal

We asked our readers what pubs they love that have live music - here's what they said.

11 pubs our readers say have the best live music nights around

Traditional pub at “heart of the community” reopens after closure

Remembrance Sunday will be held November 13

Five Hampshire pubs to offer armed forces personnel a free drink

A Portsmouth high street has been named as one of the unhealthiest in the region.

Shock as high street named as one of unhealthiest in the region

Here are the best and worst food hygiene rating from October 2025.

Best and worst food hygiene ratings released in October

The Green Posts, in Portsmouth

Final touches at pub as it prepares for opening amid refurbishment

Jimi Famurewa, of The Observer, indulged in a three-hour pub lunch at The Highland Laddie in Leeds, before labelling it “spectacularly enjoyable” in a glowing national review.

Good Food Guide unveils top 100 pubs

The Red Lion in Adderbury is one of Greene King’s most picturesque pubs-with-rooms, offering classic Cotswolds charm

Greene King offers cut-price pub stays this winter

Three cheese experts are paying homage to one of Britain’s most beloved comfort foods.

Ad Feature Vive la Toastie! Cheese experts celebrate National Cheese Toastie Day

CAMRA chairman Ash Corbett-Collins (inset) believes politicians often treat pubs as little more than a backdrop for photo opportunities (Photos: Getty Images/CAMRA)

CAMRA: 'Removing pub notices from papers is the wrong kind of reform'

Portsmouth Cascades in September 1989

25 rarely seen photos of Cascades Shopping Centre

With Daylight Savings Time coming to an end this weekend, does that mean an early finish for the clubbers still going out on a Saturday night?

The 'extra' hour pubs and bars will allow when clocks go back

Friends enjoy the pub quiz at the Old Portsmouth pub, from left, Claire Nobbs, Paul Searle, Mark Booth, and Chris Page (065007-11)

Portsmouth ranked in top cities across country for pub quizzes

The Green Posts, in Portsmouth, is getting ready to temporarily close this month for a refurbishment.

Hearty boozer temporarily closes for major six figure refurbishment

Half-term holidays: 10 restaurants, pubs and fast food chains offering free meals to kids

10 of the best UK deals where kids can eat for free this half term

Removing alcohol licensing notices from local newspapers would shut local people out of decisions that affect their daily lives

We're fighting plans to axe licensing notices - and we want your views

The Fox Tavern in North Street, Gosport, which is the one of the oldest pubs in Gosport. Picture: Sarah Standing (240125-8726)

New era dawns for pub as new management steps up to the plate

The Southwick Estate who own The Red Lion in Southwick, have confirmed that the pub will reopen as soon as possible after it closed suddenly in March.

Delight as picturesque village pub to reopen after sudden closure

Here are the best places that serve pie in Portsmouth according to our readers.

The 12 best places to buy a humble hearty pie in Portsmouth