People across Portsmouth are being invited to share their views on the future of the city’s parks, seafront, countryside and other open spaces.
Portsmouth City Council has launched its Open Places Survey to better understand how residents use outdoor areas, what they value about them and what may prevent people from visiting them more often.
The findings will be used to help guide future planning and investment in Portsmouth’s green and natural spaces.
The survey forms part of Nature Positive Portsmouth, a programme supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund through the Nature Towns and Cities initiative.
Responses will contribute to the development of a city-wide green infrastructure strategy and help identify priorities for future investment.
The council said it wanted to hear from as many people as possible, including those who regularly visit parks and open spaces, as well as residents who may face barriers to accessing them.
Feedback from people of all ages and backgrounds will help provide a clearer picture of how outdoor spaces are used across the city.
Cllr Kimberly Barrett, Cabinet Member for Climate Change and Greening the City at Portsmouth City Council, said: “Outdoor places are an important part of everyday life in Portsmouth, whether that’s spending time in our parks, visiting the seafront, walking in our countryside areas or simply enjoying local green spaces.
“We want to hear from as many people as possible about how they use these places and what might stop them from using them more. The feedback we receive will help build a stronger evidence base to support future planning and investment, ensuring that Portsmouth’s outdoor spaces continue to meet the needs of residents now and in the future.”
The survey takes around ten minutes to complete and is available online. https://www.research.net/r/OutdoorSpacesADULTSweb (external site)
Responses must be submitted by Friday, 7 August 2026.
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