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Royal Garrison Church was built in about 1212 by the Bishop of Winchester as part of a hospital and hostel for pilgrims. Used as an ammunition store after the Reformation, it became part of the governor of Portsmouth’s house during Elizabeth I’s reign. The church was restored in the 19th century, and although the nave was badly damaged in a 1941 firebomb raid on Portsmouth, the chancel is still roofed and furnished. Fine 20th-century stained-glass windows depict scenes from the Second World War and from the church’s own history.

Address and contact

Grand Parade, Portsmouth, Hampshire PO1 2NJ England

customers@english-heritage.org.uk

02392 378291

Royal Garrison Church is open to the public. Opening times vary throughout the season.

https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/royal-garrison-church-portsmouth/