The shopping areas itself still remains, but many of the businesses and street furniture have changed – though other staples such as the historic Portchester Castle remain the same. Here we look back at 21 images of the area taken in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s to see how much it has changed:
1. Portchester through the years
West Street, Portchester on December 4, 1972.
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2. Portchester through the years
Portchester precinct in December 1988.
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3. Portchester through the years
The Red Lion pub in Portchester in the 90s. Photo: -
4. Portchester through the years
The White Hart pub in Portchester in 1983.
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