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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5 December 2024
Bishop pledges to challenge school closures
Bishop Jonathan has promised to challenge the Isle of Wight Council’s proposals to close three ... read more
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28 November 2024
Paulsgrove project aims to create new congregations
Some of the strategic funding we’ve received from the national Church of England will go ... read more
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26 November 2024
Churches can be oases of calm in run-up to Christmas
Churches across our diocese will be hosting carol services, Nativity re-enactments and Christmas tree festivals ... read more
Upcoming Events
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06 December, IN: Advent & Christmas
Christmas tree festival, Copnor
The St Cuthbert’s Christmas Tree Festival will be back this year with a fine selection ... read more
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06 December, IN: Advent & Christmas
Christmas festival: Peace & Joy
Christmas tree display, stalls and games, hot drinks, food and bar, live music, rowdy carols, ... read more
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06 December, IN: Advent & Christmas
Christmas services, Cowplain
Christmas services at St Wifrid’s Church, Cowplain. read more
Upcoming Events
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09 December, IN: Worship
Commissioning service for Anna Chaplains
New Anna Chaplains will be commissioned to care for older people in the community at ... read more
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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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