Unique insights into Portsmouth's rich history

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What you’ll find here

Learn the story behind this unique series and its role in preserving Portsmouth’s past.

Explore our latest releases, now available to purchase and download online.

Browse previous editions, available as printed booklets from Portsmouth Museum.

This site is updated whenever new Portsmouth Papers are published — check back to stay up to date.

Find out about the famous Battle of Southsea in the summer of 1874…

All future Portsmouth Papers will be published digitally. Please check back regularly to see latest updates.

Portsmouth Papers is a joint endeavour between Portsmouth City Council and University of Portsmouth.

The editorial advisory panel for the Portsmouth Papers is jointly constituted by University of Portsmouth and Portsmouth City Council.