The biggest DIY company in Europe came from Portswood
Block & Quayle, founded by Richard Block and David Quayle - and now known as B&Q - originally opened its doors in Portswood on March 5, 1969
Postcards show Lymington as it was decades ago
Dating back to the Iron Age, the area holds a fascinating history of human presence. Standing tall, Buckland Rings, a hill fort, serves as a remarkable testament to the civilization that once thrived here
Pictures show the evolution of Southampton's East Street through the years
Captured through old photographs, the street unveils a nostalgic glimpse of a bygone era
Pictures of seaside village from vintage postcards give insight into past
Fascinating glimpse into the history of a popular seaside village has been revealed in historic postcards.
Incredible memories of much-loved Owen Owen department store
We Grew Up In Southampton members share their memories of Owen Owen and Mayes before that.
When Premier League striker helped popular bar celebrate special day
Pictures of night out to celebrate Dockgate 4 Bar and Grill's 10th birthday.
When The Beatles needed to be escorted to their Southampton gig
Many years ago at the Gaumont Theatre, a group of young musicians were escorted by the authorities for their own protection.
7 quirky facts about Southampton you'll only know if you're a local
From local lingo to city superstitions, there are always things about a city that would mean nothing to those outside it.
Immigrant Street, lost prize money and brain surgery - Southampton on TV
Viewers often find themselves drawn into the worlds and stories unfolding on their TV screens - including when they saw this lot from Southampton.
Pictures show the devastation on Above Bar Street during the Blitz
When the raids took place from 1940 to 1941, Southampton was one of the hardest-hit cities in Britain and Above Bar was one of the areas most severely damaged
