From beautiful gardens a stone’s throw from the Southsea seafront to an open-air swimming pool named as one of the country’s best secluded lidos in a survey commissioned by bath retailer Showers to You, here are 11 hidden gems in the Portsmouth area.


2. Foxes Forest, Portsmouth
Foxes Forest, Portsmouth, offers up a picturesque walking area which is a popular choice amongst many throughout the year. Picture: Sam Stephenson. Photo: Sam Stephenson

3. Langstone - The People's Memorial
This war memorial at Langstone Harbour - near Eastern Road - is a popualr spot for quiet reflection and makes a great destination for a walk along the shoreline. Photo: Kevin Fryer

4. Southsea Rose Garden
The rose garden at the former site of Lumps Fort in Southsea is a beautiful place to relax and, in full bloom, has many varieties of roses to admire. Photo: -