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Known for
The SS Great Britain, the Titanic connections, Ocean Village marina, Southampton FC and a city whose independent food scene centres on Bedford Place and the city centre
A little history
Southampton has been a major port since Roman times. The Titanic departed from here in 1912. The medieval city walls still stand in places.
Bedford Place for independent food and bars. The Old Town for history — the Bargate and medieval walls are genuinely impressive. Ocean Village for waterfront evenings.
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Food & drink in Southampton
Bedford Place is Southampton's independent food street — good restaurants, cafes and bars with real character. Ocean Village has waterfront dining.
Restaurants & cafes
From neighbourhood classics to hidden gems — Roam surfaces the Southampton food spots locals actually love, not just the ones with the biggest marketing budgets.
Bars & nightlife
Craft pubs, independent bars and evening spots across Southampton. Roam tells you what's open, what's on and what's worth the visit.
Independent shops
The local butchers, delis, bakeries and food shops that make Southampton worth exploring on foot. Download Roam and find them near you.
For businesses in Southampton
The independent sector is strongest around Bedford Place and Portswood. The food and drink scene has grown significantly in recent years.
List your Southampton business on Roam and connect with local customers and visitors who are actively exploring Hampshire. It takes about 90 seconds to go live.
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Frequently asked questions
Southampton is a place in Hampshire known for the SS Great Britain, the Titanic connections, Ocean Village marina, Southampton FC and a city whose independent food scene centres on Bedford Place and the city centre. Southampton has been a major port since Roman times. The population is around 250,000.
Bedford Place is Southampton's independent food street — good restaurants, cafes and bars with real character. Ocean Village has waterfront dining.
Yes. Roam is a free local discovery app live in Southampton and across Hampshire. It is available on iOS and Android.
Local Southampton businesses can list on Roam for free in around 90 seconds. Add your business name, address, opening hours and a few photos via the Roam website, and your listing goes live in Roam's discovery feed for users browsing Southampton and the wider Hampshire area. There is no subscription fee.
Roam covers Southampton and the surrounding area in Hampshire, including Ocean Village, Bedford Place, Shirley, Highfield and Bitterne.
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