Summer on the Southside

Every Saturday at for 10 hours
Please note that this event will not start until
Portsmouth Cathedral
St Thomas's Street Old Portsmouth, PO1 2HH, United Kingdom

Join us this summer for a series of relaxed, family-friendly Saturdays in the beautiful surrounds of Portsmouth Cathedral. Taking place across four summer weekends, Summer on the Southside is a celebration of community, creativity and connection.

Enjoy delicious street food from a rotating selection of independent local traders, sip something refreshing from The Dean's Tipple Bar, or visit our resident coffee partner Nells, all set within a welcoming outdoor space on the Cathedral's south side.

Each evening features Screen on the Green – a free outdoor cinema experience showing much-loved films for all ages, from animated favourites to timeless classics. Bring a blanket and cushions, settle in on the lawn, and enjoy the show.

Alongside the films, we'll be welcoming a pop-up busking stage with live acoustic sets and selected theatre performances from exciting touring companies. Activities are programmed with families in mind and our aim is to offer a safe and inclusive environment for all.

Entry to the site and screenings is completely free, and we warmly invite local residents and visitors alike to take part. Whether for a whole afternoon or just the film, there's something for everyone to enjoy at Summer on the Southside.

Portsmouth Cathedral

Portsmouth Cathedral is the Mother Church of the Diocese of Portsmouth, which covers south-east Hampshire, Portsea Island and the Isle of Wight. The focal point for many diocese-wide services and events, we host many diocesan events from confirmation services to the ordinations of new ministers. Worship in a variety of different styles is available throughout the year, from daily Holy Communion, to our informal family service #PompeySundays. We warmly welcome all through our doors, as a beacon and safe haven anchored in Jesus Christ. We are also the Parish Church of St Thomas of Canterbury, serving all who live in our geographical parish rather like any other smaller parish church.

Since humble beginnings in 1180, we have for centuries the Cathedral watched, listened and helped the people of Portsmouth navigate the passage of time. We have witnessed wars and peace, famous marriages, been bombed and rebuilt. The Cathedral reflects the constantly changing, growing and unfolding of the Christian faith, displaying a harmony of three distinct architectural styles which provide a source of light, warmth and space.
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St Thomas's Street
Old Portsmouth

PO1 2HA
(023) 9282 3300

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Summer on the Southside

Every Saturday at for 10 hours
Please note that this event will not start until
Portsmouth Cathedral
St Thomas's Street Old Portsmouth, PO1 2HH, United Kingdom

Join us this summer for a series of relaxed, family-friendly Saturdays in the beautiful surrounds of Portsmouth Cathedral. Taking place across four summer weekends, Summer on the Southside is a celebration of community, creativity and connection.

Enjoy delicious street food from a rotating selection of independent local traders, sip something refreshing from The Dean's Tipple Bar, or visit our resident coffee partner Nells, all set within a welcoming outdoor space on the Cathedral's south side.

Each evening features Screen on the Green – a free outdoor cinema experience showing much-loved films for all ages, from animated favourites to timeless classics. Bring a blanket and cushions, settle in on the lawn, and enjoy the show.

Alongside the films, we'll be welcoming a pop-up busking stage with live acoustic sets and selected theatre performances from exciting touring companies. Activities are programmed with families in mind and our aim is to offer a safe and inclusive environment for all.

Entry to the site and screenings is completely free, and we warmly invite local residents and visitors alike to take part. Whether for a whole afternoon or just the film, there's something for everyone to enjoy at Summer on the Southside.

Safeguarding

The Cathedral Church of St. Thomas of Canterbury, Portsmouth is committed to safeguarding children, young people and adults from harm. We follow the House of Bishops guidance and policies and have our own Safeguarding Lead. The Diocese of Portsmouth’s safeguarding pages contain vital links and information including contacts for the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor who advises us. If you are concerned that a child or adult has been harmed or may be at risk of harm please contact the Safeguarding Lead or the Diocesan Safeguarding Advisor . If you have immediate concerns about the safety of someone, please contact the police and your local authority’s children or adult social care services.

Safeguarding at Portsmouth Cathedral