Richard Jones doesn’t just write books, he rescues stories. Living in Lee‑on‑the‑Solent and part of the wider Gosport community for more than two decades, Richard has quietly become one of Britain’s most prolific chroniclers of forgotten tragedies, shipwrecks,...
When Chantelle Cheshire and Pete Street arrived at the Fox Tavern just over a month ago, they weren’t simply taking over a pub, they were stepping into nearly 300 years of Gosport history. The Fox, first recorded as a tavern in 1736, had weathered a turbulent few...
If you wander down Gosport High Street today, you’ll notice something quietly magical. Bright Lego‑style mosaics tucked into corners of cafés, perched on museum walls, or greeting you near the ferry. They’re playful, colourful, and if you look closer, they’re deeply...
Gosport is a town shaped by water, from its sheltered creeks and tidal inlets to the wide, open sweep of the Solent. Along its shoreline, you’ll find small, quiet places where the pace drops, the air shifts, and the harbour becomes part of the moment. Here are seven...
Boutique By The Sea has become one of Lee‑on‑the‑Solent’s most distinctive independents, shaped by the energy and determination of its owner, Leanne Dodd. A third‑generation sailor who grew up on these shores, Leanne brings the coastline into every part of the...
Perched on a peninsula on the south coast of Hampshire, Gosport is a hidden coastal gem with a rich maritime heritage, beautiful waterfront, and plenty to do during the summer months. From beach days to outdoor activities and alfresco eating to vibrant summer events –...
On a bright Saturday morning in Lee‑on‑the‑Solent, sunlight pours through the windows of a small studio, scattering colour across the tables where people lean over sheets of shimmering glass. At the centre of it all is Emma Leahy, guiding beginners through the...
Van Junkies has grown into one of Gosport’s most dynamic specialist conversion businesses, supplying off‑grid electrical systems, power solutions and high‑quality components to customers across the UK. Since launching in 2020, the company has fulfilled more than...
Sunrise Chimney Sweeps is a trusted local business known for professional chimney sweeping and log‑burner maintenance across Gosport and the surrounding area. Founded by Neil Jarrett, a former Royal Navy marine engineer and high‑voltage specialist, the company blends...
When Jenny Jessup first heard her name announced as the winner of the Graham Hewitt Volunteer of the Year Award, she felt something deeper than pride. It was a moment of honour, connection, and continuity - because she knew Graham. She had worked alongside him. She...