Business Essentials
We want to make it easier to run a business in Stratford. We will cut costs, save time and provide efficiencies so that you can focus on running your business.
Subsidised Waste & Recycling
Waste and recycling are important parts of every business’s operations. We offer all our members subsidised rates to support them in making environmentally conscious decisions with their waste, through our partnership with First Mile. If you are a Stratford Original BID members and would like more information please contact us.
📞 020 8555 7065
✉️ info@stratfordoriginal.com
Free Training Programme
We offer free training for our members including Emergency First Aid, Fire Safety, Customer Service and Mental Health First Aid.
One-to-One Business Support
We are here to support businesses with guidance and support relating to their businesses. If you have a query you think we can help with get in touch with the team and check out our key contacts here.
Smart Stratford
We commission data provided Huq, to create footfall and spend reports on Stratford. These reports are available on our website and can be used to make data-led business decisions.
Seminars, Workshops & Networking
We host a series of seminars, workshops, masterclasses and networking events across the year to share knowledge, build a resilient and connect business community and support you to run your business.
Upcoming Share Offer Pledge
A new community share offer is being prepared for solar installations at St Stephen’s Primary School and Godwin Junior School. Before the offer officially launches, local residents are invited to pledge their interest and be among the first to hear when investment opens. Your pledge can help demonstrate local support…
Join the Banknote Checking Scheme
The Bank of England’s Banknote Checking Scheme is a free programme that helps business owners to: reduce the financial loss and reputational risks caused by counterfeit banknotes get support and up-to-date guidance, including training materials support their communities by preventing the spread of counterfeits and associated crimes Members get: a…
Online Training For Our Members
Following feedback received from our members regarding our training offer, this year we’re expanding the range of topics as well as the flexibility to local employees to take advantage of the online professional development benefits offered by the BID. Unlike many online training providers, all our courses are delivered as…
Consultation on the Proposed Main Modifications to the Newham Local Plan
Newham Council is inviting representations on the Proposed Main Modifications to the Newham Local Plan, which can be found on our website here. Following examination hearings held between December 2025 and February 2026, the Inspector identified a series of Main Modifications required to ensure the Plan meets the tests…
Zen Expo 2026: Clean Transport Solutions
The Zero Emissions Network is launching 24x £2,500 grants towards the purchase of a cargo bike for your organisation! Come to the ZEN Expo to learn more about these grants and speak with retailers, couriers and other organisations already using clean transport. For more information please view the flyer.