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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Isle of Wight schools
Isle of Wight schools
Adjudicator rules that Arreton school should remain open Read more
Latest News
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14 July 2025
New vicar aims to grow congregations
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Fran Carabott to be the new vicar of Cosham ... read more
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14 July 2025
Priest to begin new role in Paulsgrove
Bishop Jonathan has appointed the Rev Connie Sherman to be an associate priest in Paulsgrove, ... read more
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9 July 2025
Care for nature displayed at Leavers’ Services
Hundreds of pupils filled Portsmouth Cathedral for a series of Leavers’ Services as they end ... read more
Latest News
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30 June 2025
Our oldest priest marks 50 years since ordination
The Rev Alan Ball, who is aged 99, was among those in our cathedral for ... read more
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30 June 2025
Bishop appoints new Archdeacon of Portsdown
Bishop Jonathan has appointed Canon Bob White to be the new Archdeacon of Portsdown, it ... read more
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25 June 2025
Royal presence as pupils pay Canada Day tribute
HRH Princess Anne attended tributes to Canadian troops who fought in two world wars, which ... read more
Upcoming Events
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17 July, IN: Training
WEBINAR: Managing Change
Part of a series of monthly webinars for clergy and Readers. Richard Pheasant, direcotr and ... read more
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17 July, IN: Training
Worship team workshop with SetUp2Worship
This workshop is open to all worship and tech team members, but will have a ... read more
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19 July, IN: Children and Young People
Messy Church
A morning of crafts & activities as we explore how we run the race of ... read more
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