The Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms is a traditional two-bar street-corner local on Albert Road (74, PO5 2SL) in Southsea, Portsmouth — at the junction with Napier Road, and the founding home of the local CAMRA branch. Known for its cask ales, pub food, jukebox and darts, both bars have bare wooden floorboards and the public bar now hosts regular live music, making the pub a social hub of the Albert Road community. It books bands regularly and welcomes both original acts and covers, with a PA in place for performers.
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Southsea, Portsmouth, SouthseaAbout the venue
The Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms is a traditional two-bar street-corner local on Albert Road (74, PO5 2SL) in Southsea, Portsmouth — at the junction with Napier Road, and the founding home of the local CAMRA branch. Known for its cask ales, pub food, jukebox and darts, both bars have bare wooden floorboards and the public bar now hosts regular live music, making the pub a social hub of the Albert Road community. It books bands regularly and welcomes both original acts and covers, with a PA in place for performers.
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Southsea, PortsmouthGetting there
74 Albert Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth,
Southsea PO5 2SL
Southsea PO5 2SL
The nearest station is Fratton (rail station), about 20 minutes' walk away.
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74 Albert Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea PO5 2SL
Address74 Albert Rd, Southsea, Portsmouth
AreaSouthsea, Portsmouth, Southsea
PostcodePO5 2SL
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The nearest station is Fratton (rail station), about 20 minutes' walk away. You'll find The Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms in Southsea, Portsmouth, Southsea; PO5 2SL is the postcode for sat-nav and ride apps. Check the venue's website for parking and the nearest station.
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