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16 November 2023

Help launch panto season and support Portsmouth Cats!

Goundlings Christmas Carols, for the cats, Friday 24 November 2023, Groundling's logo with a red santa hat on it, doors open 5:30pm, carols 6pm

Sing along to a range of Christmas classics, led by members of The Portchester Community Choir. Enjoy some performances from a range of local talent and get the chance to meet the Groundlings panto cast, all hosted by the brilliant Roger Butler (Aka Miss Hilsea Lido). 

This event is free to attend, but pre-booking is recommended. The Groundlings Theatre will be collecting donations to support Portsmouth Cats. Donations can be made on the night, or throughout the panto season. 

Recommended donations: cat food, treats, toys, cleaning supplies, blankets and towels, food and water bowls, flea and tick treatments, collars, furniture.

Friday 24 November 2023 
Doors open at 5:30pm, carols begin at 6:30pm 

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Night time photo of Gunwharf Quays Christmas tree & the Spinnaker Tower lit up green in the background. People are enjoying the Christmas market.

Gunwharf Quays Christmas Village

Open from 11 November until 31 December 2023, the Gunwharf Quays Christmas Village is back and promises a festive extravaganza like never before. 

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Portsmouth Distillery Co logo on a dark blue background: Handcrafted spirits, Hampshire

Portsmouth Distillery presents Comedy @ The Fort (#20)

Award-winning live comedy, artisan pizza and amazing drinks - all in the very heart of historic Fort Cumberland! Saturday 25 November 2023, 5:30pm.

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Night time photo of an actor dressed in historical costume standing in front of The Spice Island Inn

Portsmouth Ghost Tour

Check out some of Portsmouth's ghostly tales on this creepy ghost tour! Enjoy chilling accounts of some of the area's most haunted hot spots. Tuesday 28 November, from 7:45pm.

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