13 stunning aerial pictures of Portsmouth that will take you back to bygone years

By Steve Deeks

Published 20th Jul 2023, 06:00 BST

Portsmouth has seen many changes over the years.

These stunning pictures from days gone by show many areas of the city. Do you recognise any of the places?

Here are 13 great aerial pictures of Portsmouth that will take you back.

An aerial view over Portsmouth Dockyard. A magnificent view over the dockyard to the chalk pits of Portsdown Hill. The great Rope House can be seen lined out.

1. Portsmouth Dockyard

An aerial view over Portsmouth Dockyard. A magnificent view over the dockyard to the chalk pits of Portsdown Hill. The great Rope House can be seen lined out. Photo: -

Aerial photo of Portsmouth showing the Tricorn in 1969. The News 692287-1

2. The Tricorn

Aerial photo of Portsmouth showing the Tricorn in 1969. The News 692287-1 Photo: -

An aerial picture of Portsdown Main under construction (undated)

3. Portsdown Main

An aerial picture of Portsdown Main under construction (undated) Photo: -

Just fifty years ago but what changes. Taken in 1969, this aerial view of Old Portsmouth does not ring true with the same scene today.
Picture: Stephen Payne collection

4. Old Portsmouth

Just fifty years ago but what changes. Taken in 1969, this aerial view of Old Portsmouth does not ring true with the same scene today. Picture: Stephen Payne collection Photo: -