(PORTSMOUTH DAY TRIP - Saturday 20th June) Transport to and from Portsmouth. Approx. 1.5 hours travel time. Coach Itinerary: Please arrive 10-15 mins before departure Pick up and drop off stops: > Poole town centre (side of lighthouse theatre) - 8:30am> Bournemouth Pier approach (bus stops behind Hot Rocks bar/cafe) - 9:00am > Ringwood (Coach stops, Meeting House Lane, will stop opposite the Antepli restaurant) - 9.30am Drop off: Portsmouth (by Gunwharf Quays)Depart Portsmouth: 5:00pm. Portsmouth (by Gunwharf Quays). Ringwood, Bournemouth then Poole drop off Cost: Adult ONLY: £19.99 RETURN Child ONLY: £15.99 RETURN (under 16s) Family Ticket (2 x adults & 2 children under 16) ONLY: £59.99 RETURN Buddy Discount (2 x adults) ONLY: £29.99 RETURN Group Saver Ticket (4 adults) ONLY: £49.99 RETURN What's included: *Return coach travel *Comfortable modern coaches *USB charging *NO ONBOARD TOILET (shorter travel time) *Pick up from Poole & Bournemouth *Central Portsmouth drop off (Gunwharf Quays) *Plenty of time to explore *Rated 5* on Tripadvisor ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- *LOW cost transport to and from Portsmouth only. Not a tour guide.* Portsmouth is a historic, compact maritime city in Hampshire, UK, known as the nation's premier naval base and its only "island city". Located on Portsea Island, it is famous for the Historic Dockyard, featuring HMS Victory and the Mary Rose, along with the iconic Spinnaker Tower and popular seaside attractions in Southsea. Key Aspects of Portsmouth: Maritime Heritage: Portsmouth has been the home of the Royal Navy for centuries. The Historic Dockyard houses world-class attractions including the HMS Victory, HMS Warrior 1860, and the Mary Rose Museum. Geography: Known as the UK's only island city, it is situated on Portsea Island, offering miles of coastline. It is one of the most densely populated cities in the UK. Visitor Attractions: Key landmarks include the 170-metre tall Spinnaker Tower in Gunwharf Quays, the D-Day Story Museum, Southsea Castle, and the Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum. Economy & Education: The city is a hub for marine, aerospace, and defense industries, hosting major employers like BAE Systems and Airbus Defence and Space. It is also home to the University of Portsmouth. Culture & Lifestyle: Portsmouth offers a bustling waterfront with shopping at Gunwharf Quays, diverse restaurants, and a lively music scene at venues like the Guildhall. The city was founded in 1194 and has been a crucial naval base, earning it the nickname "Pompey"
