Welcome to Trinity Green– Sacred Ground, Coastal Defence, and Community Heritage!​

The Gosport Marine Festival Heritage Trail invites you to explore six key locations, each rich with local stories, maritime heritage, and the creative energy of Gosport’s people.

​Trinity Green
Trinity Green in Gosport is a historically rich open space that encapsulates the town’s maritime, military, and religious heritage.

Holy Trinity Church
At the heart of Trinity Green stands Holy Trinity Church, consecrated in 1696. Originally built as a chapel of ease for the expanding town of Gosport, it became a separate parish in 1860. The church is renowned for its Grade II* listing and houses a significant organ, believed to have been played by George Frideric Handel. This organ, purchased in 1747 from the 1st Duke of Chandos, was restored in 2012 and continues to be used for worship and recitals.

Bastion No. 1 – Gosport Lines
Adjacent to the church lies Bastion No. 1, part of the Gosport Lines fortifications constructed in the late 18th century. Designed to defend the town from landward attacks, these fortifications are now recognized as a Scheduled Monument, preserving the military history of the area.

Transformation into Trinity Green
The area surrounding Holy Trinity Church was originally its churchyard. In 1962, the churchyard was cleared and transformed into a landscaped green space, planting over 1,000 roses and creating a tranquil environment for the community. This transformation was marked by a re-hallowing ceremony led by the Bishop of Portsmouth.

Community and Cultural Hub Today,
Trinity Green serves as a venue for various community events and cultural activities. It is part of the Gosport Marine Festival Heritage Trail, highlighting key locations rich in local stories and maritime heritage

Gosport Marine Festival Heritage Trail is part of Hampshire Cultural Trust’s ‘Gosport Heritage Generator’ which is funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Gosport Borough Council.