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Portsdown Hill

north of Portsmouth Harbour, Portsmouth, England
Ranked #10 of 26 attractions in Portsmouth
4.0 of 5 stars 35 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites, Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Traveller Description: Portsdown Hill is located 5miles from city centre of Portsmouth near the Cosham area of Portsmouth. It has a great view of the whole of Portsmouth... more »
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

Wake up to the view every day.....sooo lucky to live so close More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012

Churchillian pub top of ports down hill .went for a meal fabulous loved it nice friendly service ,pretty waitresses Real nice food ,bit pricey but well worth it ,a good day out went round fort nelson as well free entry ?agood day out More

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Southampton UK
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33 reviews 33 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

free views of Portsmouth Porchester Isle of white & the Solent. call into Fort Nelson while in the area. If you are holiday make sure you pop up on a clear day for the view More

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012
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Wonderful views over the city of Portsmouth and Isle of Wight More

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Rochester, United Kingdom
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012
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Great place to park the car and take in views of Portsmouth on a clear day. We were told about this place by one of shop assistants and glad we saw it More

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2012
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if your in Portsmouth do not leave without going up the hill its beautiful you can see for miles!! More

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Hampshire
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 April 2012
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Love it here - it's free entry and there is loads to look at and learn about. Suitable for all kids and adults! More

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See 14 more reviews by SG76 for Portsmouth
Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2012
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great views out over Portsmouth, Gosport and Hayling. Lots of places to stop and park the car - free parking. Explore the countryside and small lanes. there are a few burger vans and places to get a drink or snack. Very peaceful and relaxing. More

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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012
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great spot to look over the city and the docks......or enjoy a monster burger! More

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Portsmouth, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

view is brilliant but you can only sit in the car to see it. burger van there. youngsters go there in evenings . there are a couple of pubs which are very good with views especially The Churchillian. which does good food and you can sit outside also hill itself -is just a hill . More

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