The Church of England Diocese of Portsmouth covers 129 parishes across south-east Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. It embraces areas from the heart of urban Portsmouth to the rolling hills of the South Downs. Our churches range from beautiful historic Saxon and Norman buildings to modern, purpose-built centres. Our cathedral (left) is located in the heart of Old Portsmouth. Our worshippers are involved with innovative mission, social justice, effective discipleship and serving their local communities. And our church schools and academies are committed to providing the best education possible for our children. Explore our website and discover more.
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Safeguarding audit
Safeguarding audit
An independent audit of our diocese and cathedral is published Read more
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Season of Creation
Season of Creation
Resources to engage with creation care during Creationtide. Read more
Latest News
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17 September 2025
Independent audit praises safeguarding in diocese and cathedral
An independent audit has praised the transformation of the safeguarding culture within our diocese and ... read more
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11 September 2025
Churches encouraged to switch to green energy to care for creation
This Creationtide, the Dioceses of Chichester, Guildford and Portsmouth are joining the call for churches ... read more
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5 September 2025
“My family has flashbacks when protesters surround hotel”
A churchgoing asylum seeker says his family live in fear when protesters chant outside the ... read more
Latest News
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4 September 2025
Two Bishops of Portsmouth issue statement about asylum
The Church of England and Roman Catholic Bishops of Portsmouth have issued a joint statement ... read more
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20 August 2025
MY FAITH: Navy pioneer faced challenges to faith
Leroy Osbourne was the first black Chief Petty Officer in his branch of the Royal ... read more
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16 August 2025
Teenagers encounter God on activity holiday
Dozens of teenagers from church youth groups across our diocese encountered God on the latest ... read more
Upcoming Events
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19 September, IN: Children and Young People
High Tide youth service
High Tide is where church youth groups from all denominations join forces for the evening. ... read more
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24 September, IN: Worship
Licensing of Rev Fran Carabott
The Rev Fran Carabott will be licensed as the new vicar of Cosham and Wymering ... read more
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25 September, IN: Safeguarding
Safeguarding Conference 2025
Join us for our 4th Diocesan Safeguarding Conference. Among the topics we'll be looking at ... read more
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