Portsmouth

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in City o…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in City of …

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in City of Portsmouth means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from City of Portsmouth would you like to share this week? We look forward to your …

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from City of Portsmouth and tell us briefly where you took it!

=== Early history === The Romans built Portus Adurni (now called Portchester Castle), a fort, at nearby Portchester in the late 3rd century. The city's Old English (Anglo-Saxon) name, "Portesmuða", is derived from port …

Portsmouth ( PORTS-məth) is a port city and unitary authority in Hampshire, England. Most of Portsmouth is located on Portsea Island off the south coast of England in the Solent, making Portsmouth the only city in Engl…

Mazurka in B-flat major, B. 73 Musopen · Public Domain

Frederic Chopin - Piano Sonata No.2 in B flat minor Op35 - IV Finale Presto Musopen · Public Domain

Tchaikovsky - Symphony No.5, E minor, Op.64 - van Kempen - First movement (Andante - Allegro con anima) (1951, Koninklijk Concertbouworkest of Amsterdam) Musopen · Public Domain

Recording is of a Mozart piece. It is recorded by artis as part of the MusOpen Project project. Musopen · Public Domain

Recording is of a Mozart piece. It is recorded by artis as part of the MusOpen Project project. Musopen · Public Domain

Symphony no. 35 in D 'Haffner' K. 385 III. Minuetto (Mozart) European Archive Musopen · Public Domain

Mozart Concerto pour piano No.19 F major I. Allegro (Mozart) European Archive Musopen · Public Domain

Brahms - Symphony No. 1 in C minor, Op. 68 - III. Un poco allegretto e grazioso Musopen · Public Domain

Brahms - Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98 - I. Allegro non troppo Musopen · Public Domain

Mendelssohn - Symphony No. 3 in A minor, Op. 56 'Scottish' - II. Vivace non troppo Musopen · Public Domain

Bach, J S - Goldberg Variations, BWV988 Musopen · Public Domain