Portchester
Welcome to Portchester!
Situated on the west side of the borough, Portchester town is filled with stunning scenic views, thriving local community and rich history. The most notable being Portchester Castle, believed to have been built in the late 11th century, that stands today as a memory of the important role Portchester played as a port in the medieval period.
Alongside its heritage, Portchester offers a town centre filled with local shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants – making it the perfect location for a lovely walk, followed by a bit of shopping!
Check it out!
Want to see more amazing photos of our patch, just like these? Check out our gallery here for all the pictures taken by local photographers of our magnificent seven.
Recent posts
Plastic free July
We live in a fantastic part of the world with a beautiful blend of countryside and...
01 July, 2024
Children’s activities on our patch
We can’t believe how lucky we are to have so much to keep kids entertained on our patch.
20 May, 2024
Spook-tacular events in Fareham this Halloween
Don’t know how to keep the kids occupied this half-term, or just fancy giving them a little treat? Either way we've got your back!
06 October, 2023
Fareham in Bloom Winners!
The annual event has been brightening the Borough for 25 years with radishing and unbe-leaf-able displays!
27 September, 2023
Ideas for eating and drinking across our patch
Why not ‘eat out to help out’ again this August?
28 August, 2023
Hampshire Open Studios is back with your favourite local artists!
The event is an annual art trail, where the general public can meet artists in their studios and galleries.
21 August, 2023
Local inspiration for your wedding
Some inspiration for the big day.
12 May, 2023
What’s on this February half term?
We’ve rounded up the best local activities and half term ideas on our patch.
30 January, 2023
We’re sharing the love this Valentine’s Day
Our fabulous local traders have got lots of love to give this Valentine’s Day.
27 January, 2023
Veganuary is here!
The best spots around our patch that are offering vegan alternatives.
10 January, 2023
Last minute gift ideas that don’t rely on the post
Last minute shopping? Here are some gift vouchers on offer from some the lovely local traders.
16 December, 2022
The Live Love Local gift guide
If you’re after some Christmas inspiration, take a look at our gift catalogue!
14 November, 2022
Pumpkin carving competition
It’s time to let your imagination run wild as we’ve got a competition with a spooktacular prize to be won...
18 October, 2022
Halloween half term
Creeping up on us every year, October shines a spotlight on spooky in the run up to Halloween...
14 October, 2022
Eat the Seasons October
October brings with it thoughts of hearty stews, bubbling crumbles, satisfying...
06 October, 2022
Sweet talk
Got a sweet tooth? You’re in luck – we have plenty to satisfy those sweet cravings across our patch...
29 September, 2022
SALT Cafe… a hidden gem
The Salt Cafe for many is an absolute local icon, but for many more they have never heard of this hidden gem...
25 September, 2022
Eateries for all occasions
We are lucky enough to have lots of fantastic restaurants, cafés and bakeries across our patch...
09 September, 2022
Ways you can support local
Here are seven ways you can show your support to keep our wonderful local businesses growing...
29 August, 2022
Pooches on patch
There are plenty of options for dog friendly days out across our patch, whether you want to chase...
24 August, 2022
Going, going, scone!
Jam or cream first? Fruit or plain? Scon or scoan? Whatever your preference...
08 August, 2022
The Portcullis Taphouse
A family-friendly taphouse in Portchester is on a mission to support its community...
05 August, 2022
Why The Flower Studio is pick of the bunch
From creating bespoke displays for grand events to delivering a simple posy of beautiful flowers, The Flower Studio...
21 July, 2022
The summer nail gallery
Check out our gallery of festive nails by local artists. Want yours to feature? Just drop us a line!
12 July, 2022
Summer bucket list
Summer is in full swing and the school holidays are fast approaching! Maybe you’re...
08 July, 2022
Eat the Seasons July
Summer is in full swing, and keen gardeners are reaping the rewards of their allotments and...
01 July, 2022
Blanket coverage
It’s picnic season – the perfect time of year to spread out a picnic blanket and pass round the...
28 June, 2022
Going with the Flo…
Helen Ruff, of Flo’s Circle on Instagram, is a wedding consultant, sobriety advocate and Access Bars Practitioner...
11 June, 2022
Tasty treats for a right royal knees up!
Whether you’re joining a street party for the Big Jubilee Lunch on June 5 or...
19 May, 2022
Meet the cooking teacher with bags of talent
When the pandemic closed the world down, our ovens fired up as the nation turned to baking as a calming antidote to the chaos...
11 May, 2022
No more rubbish excuses!
'No More Rubbish Excuses' is designed to keep our lovely local patch spotless as well as stunning, and the council is...
20 April, 2022
Easter eggstravaganza!
There’s so much to do on our patch this Easter, from egg hunts and decorating workshops to circus camps and...
06 April, 2022
Green ideas for Global Recycling Day
Plastic is all around us, from water bottles and food packaging to beauty products...
18 March, 2022
A van-tastic offering!
Even Great Danes love the coffee at Portchester Castle – where dogs can queue up at a vintage coffee truck to get their paws...
04 March, 2022
Happy holidays!
How did it come round so fast? It seems only yesterday we were packing away the Christmas decorations and sending the kids back to school...
17 February, 2022
Make your New Year resolutions green ones
New Year’s resolutions are notoriously made quickly and then forgotten just as fast...
10 January, 2022
Alternative to Turkey
Christmas Day usually revolves around the turkey and all its festive trimmings - crisp roast potatoes, heaps of...
12 December, 2021
Win a £150 luxury hamper full of local goodies
Win a hamper full of local goodies from our Live Love Local retailers
04 December, 2021
Live Love Local in the run up to Christmas
The Live Love Local message is designed to help our diverse range of shops and food and drink businesses bounce back after the challenges...
01 November, 2021
Pawsome presents for pets
A wander into town this Christmas won’t just reveal fabulous festive fashion for your furry friends – you’ll also find...
21 October, 2021
Create a box of delights this Christmas
Our live love local shops go the extra mile to stock items that are different to the usual high street and online...
21 October, 2021
5 reasons to love local this Christmas
The Christmas rush seems to start earlier every year and, whether you get it done first or leave it to the last minute...
13 October, 2021
