LIVEWed, 17 Jun 2026
Portsmouth Magazine.
Category

πŸ›οΈ History.

Portsmouth Magazine History: the latest stories, openings and ideas from across Portsmouth Magazine. Read the most recent history reporting, opinion and analysis from Portsmouth Magazine β€” updated daily.

3 storiesHome β†’
An intricate, dark, ink-drawn illustration details a busy railway extension at Portsmouth Harbour, featuring numerous ships of various sizes, docks, a train, and people engaged in daily activities.
πŸ›οΈ History

From Po'm. P. to Pompey: How a Harbour Logbook Abbreviation Became Portsmouth's Beloved Nickname

Barrington Kirkham10 June 2026
A modern white tower with a pointed top stands tall against a blue sky, overlooking a body of water with buildings and boats in the background.
πŸ›οΈ History

Portsmouth's Waterfront: Where Naval Heritage Meets Modern Regeneration

Barrington Kirkham3 June 2026
A field of tall, wild grass blades with feathery seed heads in warm golden and brown tones, set against a softly blurred dark green background.
πŸ›οΈ History

The Battle of Southsea: When Victorians Rioted Over Beach Access

Barrington Kirkham3 June 2026
History β€” Portsmouth Magazine