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Paint Back the Past | Ports Fest 2022


  • Portsmouth Cathedral (map)

Join your local community to rediscover the lost streets of Old Portsmouth, and help us create a re-imagined version of the former High Street.


Free – your donation is greatly appriciated

Part of PortsFest 2022


Uncover our local history with fun hands-on activities, perfect for the whole family! Taking place throughout the duration of Ports Fest, no booking required and participation is free.

Hands on activites

Come and get involved yourself, add your own flourish to the reimagined street, perfect for children and families! Daily during the festival from 1:00pm-3:00pm.

Hours and visitor information

Paint back the Past will be open to visit during Ports Fest 2022, from Thursday 30 June to Sunday 3 July. The exhibition is located outside of the Cathedral, allowing visitors to see the work at any time throughout the festival.