Southsea Beach Pocket Guide 2016

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The beach and beyond

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to Southsea the beach and beyond...

On the South Coast of the UK’s only Island city, lies Southsea, a destination that prides itself on having something for everyone.

From the beach with views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight, this vibrant, culturally diverse town is home to some of the best independent shopping venues and festivals in the South, all making a visit to Southsea unique and memorable.

This Pocket Guide gives you the best of Southsea to help you explore and make the most of your visit. Whether you are planning to spend a few hours, a day or perhaps a weekend or holiday – there are plenty of reasons to visit at any time of the year.

Explore top attractions, shopping, markets, concerts, festivals and events, which make Southsea an exciting location throughout the entire year. We hope you enjoy your visit to Southsea beach and beyond! p7 Jo Andrews, Publisher and MD at The Marketing Collective.

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THINGS TO DO

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Southsea is a traditional seaside destination for the whole family. You can park up by the beach, or explore on foot, by bike or bus. Being the home the of world’s flattest 10-mile race, there’s nothing arduous about getting around.

Explore top attractions such as Blue Reef Aquarium, home to thousands of incredible creatures. The Pyramids Centre has activities for all the family including pools with wacky waves, the brilliant ‘sidewinder’ flume and a three level soft play adventure world filled with mazes, climbing nets and ball pits. Experience the thrill and nostalgia of Clarence Pier, which is a huge must for families, with a traditional fairground, indoor entertainment centres, adventure playground including the new Solent Wheel and much more.

Marines Museum follows the fascinating history of the Royal Marines from recruitment to deployment of this elite fighting force.

Discover Henry VIII’s Southsea Castle, which not only provides the best panoramic views out to the Solent but also has an interesting history. (Open March – October, free admission, closed on Mondays).

And for those that need a little retail therapy, Southsea has fantastically varied shopping to offer. In addition to the established department stores, there is a great mix of over 200 specialist, independent boutique retailers.

Visit Britain’s only museum dedicated to the D-Day landings, the D-Day Museum explores all aspects of the landings and is home to the Overlord Embroidery, the largest piece of embroidery in the world. The Royal 4

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• For the little ones why not try the splash pools on Southsea Common with plenty of play equipment.

• Stroll through the Rose Garden and be amazed by the aroma of many traditional roses and flowers.

• Play pirates whilst discovering tunnels and history at Southsea Castle (free attraction!)

• Picnic alongside Canoe Lake, which is famous for its swans, crabbing and pedalos (see itinerary 3 on page 22) • Visit the Model Village which turns 60 years old in 2016 and includes miniature Thomas the Tank Engine trains running around it to the delight of many.

Older Children • Who can resist the classic funfair and arcades down at Clarence Pier!

• Browse the antiques, collectibles and the curious in over 200 shops including regular markets.

• Sit back, relax and take in the café culture of Southsea in one of the cool, quirky and welcoming coffee shops, cafes or tearooms.

• Enjoy dinner whilst watching the sunset, with cocktails, fine wines or cask ales in one of the trendy pubs, bars or restaurants.

• Enjoy the Jazz and Champagne nights at The Courtyard at Southsea Castle, which will return on Friday nights during the summer.

• Head to Canoe Lake activity Play Park with its zip wire and monkey swings.

• Discover the dinosaur section in the Natural History museum at Cumberland House and the attached butterfly House where many tropical varieties fill the air.

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Rides • Arcades • Indoor Play Area • High Ropes Course

Over 12 rides and attractions Fun for all the family!

One of the largest pleasure piers on the south coast, including the UK’s 1st double decker aerial high ropes course.

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Pirate Pete’s Adventure Playground Open every day. Parties £6.99 per child.

To book call 023 9286 4789.

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Beach walk Starting at Eastney Beach, there is a much more natural and untouched feel with the plantation, a habitat for various birds and wildlife and of course at the very end there’s the nudist beach if you want to get right back to basics!

Strolling to the West you have the fantastic views across the Solent to the Isle of Wight, some say the best on the South Coast. A quick stop at the Coffee Cup or the Southsea Beach café for a cuppa and then on past South Parade Pier that has a history of its own!

A little further along the beach is the UKs only commercial hovercraft, which is a spectacle to watch even if you don’t have time to pop across to the Isle of Wight.

Enjoy it from the beach or even better sitting on the terrace at Mozzarella Joes while having a quick bite to gather your energy for Clarence Pier funfair and amusements.

And, at the end of your busy day you can sit yourself down on the beach and watch the sun drop down behind the amazing fort hotels and into the sea.

Stroll through the rock gardens to the Pyramids Leisure Centre where you can relax in the spa or workout in the gym while the kids enjoy the wave machine in the pool.

Next door there is much to choose from; the D-day museum, Henry VIII’s Southsea Castle, Blue Reef Aquarium and Skate Park.

The common is where you’ll also find numerous events including; the Americas cup sailing, Victorious music festival, The Great South Run, Kite festival and much more.

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EVENTS

SOUTHSEA SKATEPARK ROLLER DISCO: AprilOctober (various dates) Southsea Skatepark A NTIQUES & COLLECTABLES MARKET: April-November (various dates)Palmerston Rd RURAL AND SEASIDE SHOW: 30th May-2nd May - Castle Field L OVE SOUTHSEA MARKET: 7th-8th May- Palmerston Road LIVE AT THE BANDSTAND: Every Sunday from 28th May-21st August- The Bandstand, West Battery Gardens M UTINY FESTIVAL:28th29th May, King George V Fields, Portsmouth LOVE SOUTHSEA MARKET :4th-5th June & 6th-7th August 2016 Palmerston Road PORTSMOUTH FESTIVITIES: 17th-26th June, Around Portsmouth PORTSMOUTH PRIDE: 18th June, Southsea Common LOVE SOUTHSEA MARKET :2nd-3rd July, 3rd-4th September, 1st-2nd October, 5th-6th November 2016 Palmerston Rd

CANCER RESEARCH UK’S PRETTY MUDDY: 9th July 2016, Southsea Common CANCER RESEARCH UK’S RACE FOR LIFE: 10th July 2016, Southsea Common SOUTHSEA FOOD FESTIVAL: 16th-17th July 2016, Palmerston Road AMERICA’S CUP WORLD SERIES 21st-24th July 2016, Southsea Common BEACH BUGGIN’: 7th August 2016, Southsea Common PORTSMOUTH INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL: 13th-14th August 2016, Southsea Common OUTHSEA THAI FOOD S AND CRAFT FESTIVAL: 13th14th August 2016, Castle Field VICTORIOUS FESTIVAL: 27th-28th August 2016, Southsea Seafront GREAT SOUTH RUN WEEKEND 22nd-23rd October 2016, Southsea Seafront ORTSMOUTH COASTAL P WATERSIDE MARATHON: 18th December 2016, The Pyramids Centre.

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Adventure Golf

Have fun playing pirate themed adventure golf 2 x 9 hole courses.

Open daily, open until late in the Summer.

Student and OAP discounts Contact us on: 02392 291919 or check out our website http://treasureislandgolf.co.uk/

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Southsea Island Leisure Southsea Seafront Fun for all the family!

Play tipping falls, prize every time machines, quad bikes, licensed teddys, casino slots, hi roller, shove penny and more!

Enjoy seaside fish & chips to eat in or takeaway - Browns gourmet burgers and the Candy Cabin.

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Visit Henry VIII’s Castle; built as part of a series of fortifications by Henry VIII to protect the country from invaders. Southsea Castle, which provides the best panoramic views out to the Solent. Discover the huge ramparts and underground tunnels around this intriguing site.

Free admission. (Open March – October) Closed Mondays.

A summer of festivals For all to enjoy – From worldclass sailing competition The America’s Cup on the water, Southsea food festival in the precinct, the kite festival and Victorious music festival’s on the common.

See a show in a traditional Edwardian Playhouse It’s a true delight to be able to step back in time and enjoy the great architecture of Edwardian times. The Kings Theatre has a full and varied programme of shows throughout the year to suit all tastes including; Musicals, Ballet, Opera, Dance, Music and Tribute acts, Drama, Comedy, Family Shows, Film and of course traditional Pantomime!

Christmas lights on In time for the festive season the Christmas lights on is an event not to be missed, with live entertainment a market and fireworks

Get Active If you feel like doing something more active, you can participate in The Great South Run or The Portsmouth Triathlon. You’ll be grateful for how flat the courses are!

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Palmerston Road: Just north of Southsea Common, Palmerston Road is the main shopping area with an interesting mix of national retailers, smaller specialist stores, cafes and restaurants.

The major shops and stores are located on the pedestrians section of the Palmerston Road precinct, with large department stores: Debenhams and Knight and Lee. Osborne Road (The Restaurant Quarter): You’ll find Osborne Road just around the corner of the main shopping precinct, with lots of lovely independent food places such as Like A Tea Tray, Southsea Coffee and award-winning butchers, Buckwells.

Marmion Road: A charming road in the heart of Southsea with a range of specialist independent shops and boutiques, pubs, restaurants and cafes.

Castle Road: At one end you will find the spot where Sir Arthur Ignatius Conan Doyle wrote stories about obsessive detectives. At the other end you’ll find the birthplace of the one and only Peter Sellers, Chief Inspector Clouseau in The Pink Panther films. Between the two greats you will find a range of inspirational traders who offer a unique experience, a similar feel to the ‘Lanes’ in Brighton.

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Shop ‘til you drop Walking directly north from the castle you’ll reach Palmerston Road, the main shopping area in Southsea.

With an interesting mix of national retailers, smaller specialist stores, cafes and restaurants, and if you time it right you can catch one of the markets held in the pedestrian precinct.

Head right along Marmion, a charming road in the heart of Southsea with a range of specialist independent shops and boutiques where you can buy anything from specialist chocolates, home furnishings, health foods and clothing. There’s also a few eateries thrown in for when you need refreshment.

At the end of the road turn left up Victoria Road north and it will bring you to the South Coast Emporium on the junction of Albert Road to your right (see pages 17) and Elm Grove to the left. Elm Grove is where you can stop at Alison Gardiners and pick up a Souvenir, the road is also home to a specialist dance wear shop, an antique shop, a cake shop, a bakery and has lovely wine bars and restaurants from Belgium and Thailand.

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MONTHLY MARKETS 1st Sat & Sun of the month - Love Southsea Market 3rd Sun - Hampshire Farmers Market 4th Sat - Arts & Collectibles Just past Sherlock’s birthplace (see blue plaque on the wall of bush house) turn left into Castle Road where you will find a range of inspirational traders who offer a unique experience, a similar feel to the ‘Lanes’ in Brighton.

When you’ve worked up an appetite head south along Western Parade and then turn left into Osborne Road.

Here you’ll find the restaurant quarter, you can also stop for a slice of cake and a cup of tea.

Carry straight on and you are back to Palmerston Road.

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EXPLORE ALBERT ROAD

Located to the east side of Southsea, Albert Road is a treat to visit.

It has everything from antique The barbers @231 will be to boutique, an interesting mix happy to give the boys a smart of mainly independent shops, new haircut and Pet Price have bars and eateries giving the all you furry friends needs road a very unique feel. covered. If you need something You can pop into Tango Tea for to keep you going you can grab your antiques and collectables, a bacon roll and a cup of tea at get you hair styled at Garbos, Pompey on a Roll. see a show in the beautiful If you’re looking for something Edwardian playhouse, The more substantial you can eat kings Theatre, grab a coffee, your way around the world take the kids for lunch or relax as you stroll down the road. with a glass of champagne at There are culinary delights that Aurora Café. include Thai, Mexican, Spanish, It doesn’t stop there, if you are Indian, Italian, French, Chinese, looking for a special present, and the seaside favourite, fish have a look in Southsea Models and chips. and games for magic cards For something a little bit to airfix models. Charmaines special you’ll be spoiled for will be happy to make you up choice for where you can enjoy a lovely bouquet or see what an afternoon tea (or coffee).

Glitz and Glam have on offer, And for when the evening gets though you are likely to want started there’s a great selection something for yourself! of pubs and wine bars too.

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DIRECTORY Barbers: 231 Albert Road, Portsmouth, PO4 0JP 023 9236 0645 Charmaine of Southsea : Same day deliveries available for fresh flower bouquets, chocolates, bears, champagnes and wines. Member of Interflora.

168 Albert Road, Portsmouth, PO4 0JT 023 9273 3569 Garbo’s Hair: The South Coasts Award Wining Premium Salon - “Your hair can be anything you want it to be” 11-13 Albert Road, Portsmouth, PO5 2SE 023 9275 5520 Glam & Glitz Boutique of Southsea: A stylish affordable fashion Boutique, for every lady who appreciates looking and feeling gorgeous 192 Albert Road, Portsmouth, PO4 0JT 023 9242 8685 Pet Price: Seeing a wide range of general pet supplies for your dog, cat, fish, bird, rabbit or reptile.

201 Albert Road, Southsea, PO4 0JP 023 9286 3225 Pompey On A Roll: Sandwich shop selling Baguettes, Rolls,Paninis, Jacket Potatoes and serves breakfast all day!

210 Albert Road, Portsmouth, PO4 0JT 023 9235 5471 Southsea Models & Games: Large selection of Board and card games, mtg and yugioh. Games nights and collectables.

69 Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2SG 023 9273 3208 Supper Wines: Crafted Spanishwine and cava from independent producers and undiscovered regions. Not available elsewhere in the UK. www.supperwines.co.uk 07834 250232 Tango Tea Collectables: 40 years experience in buying and selling Antiques and 20th Century goods in Albert Road.

3 Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2SE 023 9273 3363 South Coast Emporium: A unique, old-style emporium that houses over 60 independent traders, all under one roof, including a Café, Hairdressers and Music & Guitar Shop.

154 Elm Grove, Portsmouth, PO5 1LR 023 9282 9893 Hi-Lites Hair and Beauty Studio: Visit Hi - lites hair and beauty studio, for a great new you and a relaxing and rejuvenating experience.

185 Eastney Road, Southsea, PO4 8EA 023 9287 6598

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The perfect place to relax and unwind • Coffee lounge and bar • Family friendly • Delicious day time menu and fantastic platters served all day (ideal for pre-theatre occasions) • Available for private parties and business functions. See ‘Aurora Southsea’ facebook page for party and function menu 40 Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2SJ Tel: 023 9217 7400 or 07775 560232

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EAT!

Southsea Feast!

Southsea offers a taste for every palette, whether breakfast, brunch or afternoon tea or perhaps traditional fish & chips and an ice cream on the seafront to beach bar & grills and fine dining.

Head to off-beat, Albert Road where you’ll find it hard to choose from the variety of pubs, bars and bistros from around the world.

Everything is available here, from a jungle curry or a bowl of ramen, Spanish tapas, Mexican burritos and Italian gelato, to a late night café serving exquisite cake, coffee and high-end tea. Visit Aurora Cafe and Lounge for great coffee and sharing platters which are ideal for a pre-theatre supper.

Palmerston Road has more than its fair share of places to dine on traditional cuisines from the four corners of the globe, or just a good hearty pub lunch! There are also a number of independent restaurant and tearooms along Osborne Road Along the beach, Mozzarella Joes offers seaside classics to stonebaked pizzas and calzone, which can be enjoyed whilst watching the sun set. The Coffee Cup and Southsea Beach cafe, Tenth Hole as well as a number of food stalls are a great place to enjoy

a coffee or brew with fantastic views over the Solent. In Castle Road you can select from a choice of boutique restaurants.

On Marmion Road be sure to visit the newly refurhished bar and kitchen that is The Marmion.

With seasonal menus featuring locally sourced produce and fresh ingredients providing some of Southsea’s best quality, cooked to order food.

For a unique setting the Queens Hotel is in an Edwardian Baroque style building with two beautiful bars where you can enjoy a light meal, drink or afternoon tea. Or, Greens Café at Canoe Lake offers the highest quality, locally sourced produce; perfect for breakfast to start your day, lunch or drinks. Whatever the time of day or mood for food you are in, you can guarantee one thing…you will not go hungry in Southsea!

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Explore Canoe Lake is a great area to explore with plenty for everyone to take pleasure in.

With the beach on one side it also offers some lovely green space to enjoy a picnic while the kids play.

Originally opened in June 1886 it was constructed from a remnant of the Great Morass (a large area of marshland). It was initially used for sailing model yachts but quickly became used for canoeing and boating, which is still its current use today.

The lake itself is home to swans (both real and of the pedalo variety!) and a whole host of crabs! Crabbing is a popular pastime and many keen crabbers head down to the lake in the summer

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months, buckets and bacon in hand!

Around the lake area is a younger children’s play park and a bigger area for the more adventurous, including a zip wire and splash pool.

Next to that is the Model Village on top of Lumps Fort, with Thomas trains running around it much the delight of the young and young at heart.

For the more active there is tennis on grass or hard courts, a pitch and putt golf course, and for those that like to take it a bit slower a visit to the Natural History Museum or you can relax in the Rose Gardens or the Greens cafĂŠ.

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TRANSPORT Southsea has great public transport links that make it easily accessible.

There are 2 train stations that serve Southsea, Fratton station towards the East and Portsmouth and Southsea station nearer the West.

Trains take an hour and a half from London and offer a good service across Hampshire and beyond.

If you are coming by car, the Park and Ride is located on the M275 as you drive into the city and offers visitors an out-of-town parking alternative. The buses take you to The Hard exchange where you can connect by local bus or train. Visit www. parkandride.portsmouth.gov. uk for timetable and prices.

Alternatively, look out for signs for Ashby Place Car Park on Osborne Road or Waitrose car park on Marmion Road.

There’s some free on street parking too, but don’t forget that restrictions will apply.

If you’re travelling from and to the Isle of Wight then you can travel on the UK’s only commercial hovercraft with Hovertravel or use Wightlink’s foot passenger service.

Getting Around Southsea has great public transport links and is easy to navigate on foot or explore by bike. There are a number of cycle routes and trails which can be downloaded at: www.visitportsmouth.co.uk/ inspire-me/on-your-bike

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