Meet the locals

Portsmouth is home to a number of creative, funny and interesting individuals, all doing wonderful things in their fields. These include respected scientists, world-famous street artists, sportspeople at the very top of their game, and some of the highest-ranking members of the Royal Navy. Not forgetting, of course, the countless locals who may not be famous names but make up the fabric and personality of our city.

Check back to this page for in-depth profiles of the people who make Portsmouth, well, Portsmouth, and get their input into what you should make time for on your next city break.