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.
Latest News
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9 July 2026
Banquet of global food celebrates city’s centenary
Chefs from the Kitchen of Hope provided guests with a banquet of food from across ... read more
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2 July 2026
Paddington-themed project helps pupils reflect on refugees
Our annual education project this year focussed on refugees, and came to a climax with ... read more
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29 June 2026
Curate looks forward to serving thriving parish
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Buffy Langdown as the new vicar of Portsdown and ... read more
Upcoming Events
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14 July, IN: Spirituality
Reader-led retreat day
An invitation for Readers to step back from our busy lives for a while and ... read more
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15 July, IN: Training
Patriotism: How to love one’s country in an age of nationalism
A chance to consider what patriotism might look like in the present moment and how ... read more
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17 July, IN: Children and Young People
Victory Gaming Tournament
Join us for our exciting Victory Gaming Tournament for Year 6 and up, packed with ... read more
Latest vacancies
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Island
Lead Youth Worker, Isle of Wight
CLOSING DATE: tbc * South Wight Area Youth Partnership (SWAY) is seeking an enthusiastic and ... Read more
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Voluntary
Volunteers for Historic Churches Trust
Hampshire and the Islands Historic Churches Trust is looking for a friendly, community-minded volunteer to ... Read more
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Clergy
Vicar, St Simon’s Church, Southsea
CLOSING DATE: 31/07/2026 * St Simon’s Church, Southsea, is seeking a leader who will embrace ... Read more
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Diocesan
Diocesan Investment Oversight Group member
CLOSING DATE: 16/07/2026 * The Investment Oversight Group meets quarterly. We are looking for a ... Read more
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Diocesan
Lead for Vocations (DDVO)
CLOSING DATE: 17/07/2026 * As our Lead for Vocations (DDVO), you will be an energetic, ... Read more
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Our diocesan vision is to become:
