Portsmouth Point, Portsmouth
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Facts and practical information
Portsmouth Point, or "Spice Island", is part of Old Portsmouth in Portsmouth, Hampshire, on the southern coast of England. The name Spice Island comes from the area's seedy reputation, as it was known as the "Spice of Life". Men were easily found and press-ganged into Nelson's navy from Portsmouth Point due to its hostelries and for being where prostitutes plied their trade. The area forms the eastern side of the narrow entrance to Portsmouth Harbour, facing Gosport on the western side. ()
Coordinates: 50°47'30"N, 1°6'35"W
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St. ThomasPortsmouth
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Day trips
Portsmouth Point – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Spinnaker Tower, Clarence Pier, HMS Victory, Gunwharf Quays.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Portsmouth Point?
Nearby attractions include Round Tower, Portsmouth (3 min walk), Aspex, Portsmouth (6 min walk), Square Tower, Portsmouth (6 min walk), Fort Blockhouse, Portsmouth (6 min walk).
How to get to Portsmouth Point by public transport?
The nearest stations to Portsmouth Point:
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Ferry
- Portsmouth Car Ferry terminal • Lines: Portsmouth - Fishbourne (vehicle ferry) (5 min walk)
- Gosport Ferry Terminal • Lines: Gosport-Portsmouth Hard (10 min walk)
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- Portsmouth Harbour (9 min walk)
- Portsmouth and Southsea (24 min walk)
Bus
- Gosport Bus Station (10 min walk)
- The Hard Interchange (11 min walk)