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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Advent & Christmas
Advent & Christmas
Celebrate the seasons of Advent & Christmas in our diocese. Read more
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Our vision and strategy
Our vision and strategy
Find out about our vision and our strategy to make that vision happen Read more
Latest News
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13 December 2024
Youth worker to build new worshipping community
A new project will see a youthwork pioneer working within a school community to create ... read more
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13 December 2024
Drama productions bring Christmas cheer
Re-enactments of the Nativity story and spectacular Christmas performances are helping our churches to tell ... read more
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10 December 2024
New Bishop of Richborough to be based in our diocese
The new Bishop of Richborough will be the Ven Luke Irvine-Capel, who is currently the ... read more
Upcoming Events
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13 December, IN: Advent & Christmas
Christmas services, Havant
Christmas services at St Faith’s Church, Havant. read more
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13 December, IN: Advent & Christmas
Solent Gay Men’s Christmas concert
Celebrate Christmas in style with the Solent Gay Men’s Chorus as we welcome them back ... read more
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14 December, IN: Advent & Christmas
Christmas carols and music
A feast of family-friendly entertainment featuring Castle Primary School Choir. read more
Upcoming Events
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13 December, 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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23 December, IN: Advent & Christmas
Scratch Nativity with live animals
Come and join in with this retelling of the Nativity story. Meet some of the ... read more
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03 January, IN: Training
Living Faith: Reshaping the Church
This module examines how, throughout history, the Church has changed in response to events and ... read more
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