United Services Recreation Ground, Portsmouth

Name: United Services Recreation Ground
Address: Portsmouth, United Kingdom

#136 among attractions in Portsmouth

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United Services Recreation Ground, Portsmouth

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The United Services Recreation Ground is a sports ground situated in Burnaby Road, Portsmouth, Hampshire, England. The ground is also bordered to the north by Park Road, along which the railway line to Portsmouth Harbour and Gunwharf Quays overlooks the ground, and to the east by Anglesea Road. The southern end of the ground is dominated by the Officer's Club building, which overlooks the ground. The ground is owned by The Crown. A multitude of sports have been played at the ground, including cricket, rugby and hockey. The ground was used by Hampshire County Cricket Club from 1882 to 2000, serving as one of three home grounds used during this period, alongside the County Ground, Southampton, and Dean Park, Bournemouth. United Services Portsmouth Cricket Club currently play at the ground. The ground is used in its dual capacity as a rugby venue by United Services Portsmouth Rugby Football Club, who have played there since 1882. The Royal Navy Rugby Union also use the ground for their home matches. The end names are the Railway End to the north and the Officer's Club End to the south. ()

Coordinates: 50°47'45"N, 1°5'50"W

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Day trips

United Services Recreation Ground – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Spinnaker Tower, Gunwharf Quays, Cascades Shopping Centre, Portsmouth Cathedral.

0.5 miW
Sail-like tower with panoramic views
Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth
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Shopping, Shopping centre, Cinema
Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth
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0.5 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Cascades Shopping Centre, Portsmouth
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0.5 miSW
Place of worship since the 12th-century
Portsmouth Cathedral, Portsmouth
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~1360 ftNE
Monuments and statues
Portsmouth War Memorial, Portsmouth
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0.6 miSW
Church, Gothic architecture
Royal Garrison Church, Portsmouth
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Museum, Military museum, Historical place
Portsmouth Historic Dockyard, Portsmouth
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0.6 miSW
Forts and castles, Historical place, Military base
Round Tower, Portsmouth
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0.6 miNW
Museum
National Museum of the Royal Navy, Portsmouth
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~950 ftE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth
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0.6 miSW
Forts and castles
Square Tower, Portsmouth
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to United Services Recreation Ground?

Nearby attractions include University of Portsmouth, Portsmouth (5 min walk), New Theatre Royal, Portsmouth (5 min walk), Portsmouth War Memorial, Portsmouth (7 min walk), Portsmouth Guildhall, Portsmouth (7 min walk).

How to get to United Services Recreation Ground by public transport?

The nearest stations to United Services Recreation Ground:

Train

Portsmouth and Southsea (9 min walk)
Portsmouth Harbour (13 min walk)

Bus

The Hard Interchange (11 min walk)
Gosport Bus Station (23 min walk)

Ferry

Portsmouth Car Ferry terminal • Lines: Portsmouth - Fishbourne (vehicle ferry) (12 min walk)
Gosport Ferry Terminal • Lines: Gosport-Portsmouth Hard (21 min walk)