Love Southsea Christmas Market 2025

for 9 hours
Portsmouth Cathedral
St Thomas's Street Old Portsmouth, PO1 2HH, United Kingdom

In partnership with Love Southsea – We're kicking off the festive season in the most spectacular way… with a one-day mega market in one of the most magical settings on the South Coast!

Set against the stunning backdrop of Portsmouth Cathedral, which dates back over 800 years, this is no ordinary market. Join us in historic Old Portsmouth—a place steeped in maritime heritage and charm—for a full day of festive fun as we transform the Cathedral grounds into a winter wonderland.

🎁 Handpicked artisan stalls with incredible handmade gifts
🍔 Mouth-watering street food from some of the best local vendors
🍷 A cosy festive bar serving seasonal favourites
🎶 Live entertainment throughout the entire day – from choirs to dance troupes
🌟 A truly enchanting atmosphere, from daylight to twilight

Whether you're popping by for lunch, gift shopping, or staying for the evening vibes, we promise a day you'll want to soak up from start to finish!

Free entry

More info

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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Cathedral Office

Cathedral House
St Thomas's Street
Old Portsmouth

PO1 2HA
(023) 9282 3300

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Love Southsea Christmas Market 2025

for 9 hours
Portsmouth Cathedral
St Thomas's Street Old Portsmouth, PO1 2HH, United Kingdom

In partnership with Love Southsea – We're kicking off the festive season in the most spectacular way… with a one-day mega market in one of the most magical settings on the South Coast!

Set against the stunning backdrop of Portsmouth Cathedral, which dates back over 800 years, this is no ordinary market. Join us in historic Old Portsmouth—a place steeped in maritime heritage and charm—for a full day of festive fun as we transform the Cathedral grounds into a winter wonderland.

🎁 Handpicked artisan stalls with incredible handmade gifts
🍔 Mouth-watering street food from some of the best local vendors
🍷 A cosy festive bar serving seasonal favourites
🎶 Live entertainment throughout the entire day – from choirs to dance troupes
🌟 A truly enchanting atmosphere, from daylight to twilight

Whether you're popping by for lunch, gift shopping, or staying for the evening vibes, we promise a day you'll want to soak up from start to finish!

Free entry

More info

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