just found these photos on an sd i thought i lost a year ago
Hilsea Lodge, once a well-known care home in Portsmouth, now stands abandoned, its rooms empty and decaying. This former care facility was home to many for decades before closing its doors, leaving behind a glimpse into its past and a sense of mystery for urban explorers.
In September 2019, Portsmouth City Council closed Hilsea Lodge due to high refurbishment costs and concerns about its aging infrastructure. A 2017 Care Quality Commission inspection highlighted issues like inadequate staffing and poor facilities. Rather than investing in outdated buildings, the council chose to focus on modern care options.
Following its closure, the site was considered for redevelopment into supported living or social housing. In October 2022, plans were being considered to clear the disused care home to make way for a new housing development.
This post delves into the history of Hilsea Lodge Care Home, its closure, and the ongoing efforts to repurpose the site. Join us as we explore the eerie, forgotten spaces of this once vital part of Portsmouth’s care infrastructure.
Links and Resources:
- Former Portsmouth care home Hilsea Lodge looks set to be turned into housing
- Portsmouth care homes are set for demolition after closing ‘earlier than expected’
- Former care home in Portsmouth demolished to make way for up to 60 new dementia apartments
- Hilsea Lodge – Care Quality Commission
- Hilsea Lodge – Portsmouth City Council
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