Southampton

Southampton is a city on the South coast of England in the UK. The city is about 75 miles (121 kilometers) to the Southwest of London, and about 19 miles (31 kilometers) Northwest of Portsmouth.

As of 2010, the city itself had an estimated population of 239,700, and lies within a larger urban area with a population of 855,569.

Key Facts about Southampton

Here are some facts about Southampton:

Southampton is a city on the South coast of England.
The city is 75 miles (121 kilometers) to the Southwest of London, and about 19 miles (31 kilometers) Northwest of Portsmouth.
Southampton is an important port, and is noted for its association with passenger vessels and cruise ships. Perhaps most famously of all, the RMS Titanic departed from Southampton on its fateful maiden voyage in 1912.
Southampton is often abbreviation to So'ton or Soton, and people from Southampton are sometimes known as Sotonians.
Southampton is accessible via the M3 motorway, and the M27 runs just to the North of the city. The M271 spur of the M27, links the M27 to the city's Western docks and city center.
Southampton is also well served by rail connections. The city's main station is Southampton Central, and passenger services are available to London, Portsmouth, Bristol, Cardiff, and other destinations. Additionally, local trains operated by South West Trains, provide passenger services in the central, southern, and eastern parts areas of Southampton.
Southampton Airport is just to the North of the city. It offers flights to European and UK destinations, and is connected to the city by a rail and bus services.

Weather in Southampton

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