Stratford Is Now
Stratford Original is the business led and funded Business Improvement District (BID) working to make Stratford a better place for business, to work, live and play.

Loved & Wanted
We are living in uncertain and unsettling times. But we know that in London communities continue to rally together and support each other. In London, you are free to be who you want to be. It is Londoners who make our city the uniquely vibrant city it is. We come from…

FREE NEWHAM CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERSHIP
Newham Chamber of Commerce has a very limited number of FREE memberships available to independent business owners in Stratford. If you’re trading business in Newham, have less than 5 full time equivalent staff and have never been Chamber Members before, you can receive a 12 months free membership if you…

Support NEWHAM ALL STAR SPORTS ACADEMY (NASSA) at upcoming summer dinner
NASSA’s experienced and skilled coaches, who come from the same communities as the young people they support, offer one-to-one sensitive and confidential mentoring on a daily basis, if needed. They give young people the opportunity to develop their skills and gain qualifications in sports coaching, officiating and in First Aid.

Community Wealth Builder Award for Stratford Market Village
Stratford Market Village, a vibrant indoor market in East London, has served the community for over 75 years. It houses 60 unique shops, offering global cuisines, beauty and hair services, and a variety of retail options such as fashion, accessories, and technology. More than just a shopping destination, it’s a…

Creature on the roof
Discover is calling on families to help unravel the mystery of the unusual guest who has taken residence on their roof. This February half term, families are invited to participate in special Creature Story Build workshops and Creature Craft activities to learn more about the creature and speculate about its origins. Visitors can also…

Member’s Benefits
We offer our members benefits across our theme groups Enhancing Stratford, Safer Stratford, Promoting & Activating and Business Essentials.
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Free Bike Services
We partner with Cycle Confident to host our free Dr. Bike sessions on the Broadway each month. During these sessions experienced mechanics check everything on your bike from wheels, brakes, gears and tyre pressure to lights, racks, pedals, saddles and more. Any minor adjustments they can make to the bike…

PhilanthroPunks Newham Community Grant – Launch Event
You are invited to the PhilanthroPunks Newham Community Grant – Launch Event! Join us at 25 West Ham Lane for an information session and the official launch of our commmunity grant. This is your chance to be a part of something bigger, and to make a difference in Newham. Come…

Celebrating Women Leaders in Sustainability
In honour of International Women’s Day, we’re thrilled to invite you to our special event, “Celebrating Women Leaders in Sustainability.” This event is a tribute to the incredible women who are at the forefront of the sustainability movement, taking considerable action in line with our ambition to become a net…

Cyber Security Awareness Session for Newham SMEs
Small businesses in Newham are the backbone of our local economy. As they increasingly rely on digital tools, they become more vulnerable to cyber threats. By attending the free awareness session, you can ensure your business remains secure, competitive, and prepared to respond to cyber-crimes. Sign up.

World Book Day
Join the team at Stratford Library to bring your favourite stories to life on World Book Day.

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