The Church of England Diocese of Portsmouth covers 129 parishes across south-east Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. It embraces areas from the heart of urban Portsmouth to the rolling hills of the South Downs. Our churches range from beautiful historic Saxon and Norman buildings to modern, purpose-built centres. Our cathedral (left) is located in the heart of Old Portsmouth. Our worshippers are involved with innovative mission, social justice, effective discipleship and serving their local communities. And our church schools and academies are committed to providing the best education possible for our children. Explore our website and discover more.
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New Archbishop of Canterbury
New Archbishop of Canterbury
Bishop Jonathan welcomes the new appointment Read more
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Safeguarding audit
Safeguarding audit
An independent audit of our diocese and cathedral is published Read more
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Season of Creation
Season of Creation
Resources to engage with creation care during Creationtide. Read more
Latest News
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7 October 2025
Solar panels installed at Southsea church
Solar panels have been installed on the roof of St Jude’s Church in Southsea – ... read more
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6 October 2025
Family-friendly Barn Church is launched
Dozens of worshippers have started to come to ‘Barn Church’ – a new style of ... read more
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3 October 2025
Bishop welcomes new Archbishop of Canterbury
Bishop Jonathan today welcomed the announcement that the Rt Rev Sarah Mullally is to be ... read more
Latest News
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17 September 2025
Independent audit praises safeguarding in diocese and cathedral
An independent audit has praised the transformation of the safeguarding culture within our diocese and ... read more
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5 September 2025
“My family has flashbacks when protesters surround hotel”
A churchgoing asylum seeker says his family live in fear when protesters chant outside the ... read more
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4 September 2025
Two Bishops of Portsmouth issue statement about asylum
The Church of England and Roman Catholic Bishops of Portsmouth have issued a joint statement ... read more
Upcoming Events
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09 October, IN: Training
Anna Chaplaincy Training
A two-day training session for those moving forward to being licensed as Anna Chaplains. read more
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10 October, IN: Children and Young People
High Tide youth service
High Tide is where church youth groups from all denominations join forces for the evening. ... read more
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11 October, IN: Worship
Change the Atmosphere, with Noel Robinson
Noel Robinson is bringing his Change the Atmosphere UK tour to Isle of Wight! read more
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