Southsea Collection

Southsea Shingle
circa 1900: Holidaymakers and boats on the beach at Southsea, Portsmouth. (Photo by Edgar Ward/General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Bathing At Southsea
1900: Holidaymakers enjoy mixed bathing at Southsea, in the sea with a line of bathing machines along the shore. (Photo by William Davis/General Photographic Agency/Getty Images)

Westland SRN6, SR-N6-150, of Hovertravel, leaving the Southsea Terminal en route to Ryde, Isle of Wight

Street Market
1892: A carriage travelling past a street market at Southsea. (Photo by F J Mortimer/Getty Images)

Highland Road, Southsea

Britain poster, HMS Victory, Southsea and Portsmouth, bys Cribb for The Travel Association. Date: circa 1948

Career of a Naval Surgeon at the Royal Hospital, Haslar (engraving)
1046135 Career of a Naval Surgeon at the Royal Hospital, Haslar (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Career of a Naval Surgeon at the Royal Hospital, Haslar)

South Parade, Southsea (b / w photo)
6027372 South Parade, Southsea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: South Parade, Southsea)

Palmerston Road, Southsea (b / w photo)
6027373 Palmerston Road, Southsea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Palmerston Road, Southsea)

Southsea on the Silvery Solent, poster advertising Southern Railways
CH466625 Southsea on the Silvery Solent, poster advertising Southern Railways, 1959 (colour litho) by Brown, Gregory (1887-1941); 102x125 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English

Recruiting on the beach at Southsea, WW1
A call to arms. A very persuasive pair of recruiting sergeants, Beattie and Babs, on the beach at Southsea. The pair later appeared on stage at the Southend Hippodrome to continue their campaign

Foggy February
Elizabeth Allen

The Hovertravel Ryde to Portsmouth hovercraft arrives on the mainlaind at Southsea after crossing the Solent from the Isle of Wight

England, Hampshire, Portsmouth, Southsea, The D-Day Story Museum, World War Two Landing Craft LCT7074

England, Hampshire, Pourtsmouth, Southsea, South Parade Pier

George IV Yacht at Southsea - early 1900s Date: early 1900s

Southsea and HMS Victory's Anchor early 1900s

Victory anchor, Southsea Esplanade

Tennis courts at Southsea

Southsea England early 1900s

HMS Dreadnought and HMS Victory, Southsea, early 1900s

Southsea in 1895

Southsea Parade

Southsea Parade - early 1900s

Horse tram in Southsea

Southsea Horse Tram early 1900s

Southsea Pier in 1900

The Canoe Lake, Southsea, early 1900s Date: circa 1900s

Southsea Highland Road early 1900s

Southsea Common early 1900s

Common, Southsea

Southsea, Clarence Pier tram term

Fountain and Rock Gardens, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by William Carruthers Affleck for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

South Parade, Pier and Beach, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

South Parade Pier, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by William Carruthers Affleck for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

South Parade Beach, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by artist Charles Howard for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Gardens, South Parade, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Pool in Rock Gardens, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Sunken Gardens, South Parade, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

Clarence Gardens, Southsea, Hampshire - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

HMS Princess Royal, 1st Battle Cruiser Squadron, with inset portraits of Admiral Jellicoe and Lord Nelson - England expects that every man this day will do his duty. Date: 1914-1918

Southsea Common (b / w photo)
6012590 Southsea Common (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Southsea Common)

Clarence Pier and Esplanade, Southsea (b / w photo)
6012582 Clarence Pier and Esplanade, Southsea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clarence Pier and Esplanade, Southsea)

Clarence Memorial and Pier Hotel, Southsea (b / w photo)
6012578 Clarence Memorial and Pier Hotel, Southsea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clarence Memorial and Pier Hotel, Southsea)

HMS "Victory"Portsmouth (b / w photo)
6012573 HMS " Victory" Portsmouth (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: HMS " Victory" Portsmouth)

Clarence Parade, Southsea (b / w photo)
6027369 Clarence Parade, Southsea (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Clarence Parade, Southsea)

Thumb-Nail Sketches round the Isle of Wight (engraving)
1055033 Thumb-Nail Sketches round the Isle of Wight (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Thumb-Nail Sketches round the Isle of Wight)

New Baths and Assembly-Rooms at Southsea (engraving)
1625784 New Baths and Assembly-Rooms at Southsea (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Baths and Assembly-Rooms at Southsea)

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Discover the charm of Southsea, a coastal gem nestled on the southern shores of England. As you stroll along Southsea Shingle, feel the gentle crunch beneath your feet and breathe in the refreshing sea breeze. Highland Road, Southsea beckons with its vibrant energy and bustling atmosphere. Immerse yourself in history as you witness Bathing at Southsea, a timeless tradition that has captivated generations. Explore the Street Market where local vendors proudly display their wares, offering an array of treasures to discover. Step back in time with iconic landmarks such as Britain poster showcasing the pride of HMS Victory and its deep-rooted connection to Southsea and Portsmouth. Delve into naval history through captivating engravings depicting the illustrious career of a Naval Surgeon at Royal Hospital Haslar. Travel further down memory lane with black-and-white photographs capturing moments frozen in time; from South Parade's elegant promenade to Palmerston Road's lively streetscape. Admire vintage posters advertising Southern Railways' idyllic vision of "Southsea on the Silvery Solent, " inviting travelers to experience this picturesque destination. Reflect upon poignant historical events like Recruiting on the beach at Southsea during World War I when brave souls answered their nation's call amidst golden sands and crashing waves. Transport yourself to early 1900s as George IV Yacht graces these waters or marvel at HMS Victory's Anchor standing tall against time. Southsea offers an enchanting blend of natural beauty, rich heritage, and nostalgic charm that will leave you longing for more.