Promoting & Activating
With Stratford being an attractive destination for more people and organisations, we want to promote and celebrate everything that the original Stratford has to offer.
Our Monthly Newsletter
We hand deliver our monthly printed newsletter to all our businesses as well as creating a digital newsletter which lands directly in your inbox. Sign up to make sure you receive up-to-date news from us.
Marketing & Promotion of our Members
We add value to businesses by enhancing their marketing and communications through local and national print media, the production of our own Stratford Magazines, as well as our social media platforms. If you would like us to promote your business get in touch.
Winter Wonderland
We host an annual Winter Wonderland and free gift wrapping service to encourage footfall and spend during the festive period.
Summer of Sport
With large sporting events taking place across the summer months, including Wimbeldon, World Cup and the Olympics, we regularly install a large screen to provide a free space for the community to watch the action.
Creative Community Festival
In partnership with the University of East London, we celebrate our local creative community and students by hosting a day festival in St Johns Church. Join drop-in workshops, play games and listen to local musicians.
Stratford Future – Platform Relaunch
The updated platform brings together the latest planning, development and regeneration information in one accessible place. Over the last eight weeks, we have been working closely with developers, planners, the Newham Local Plan team, the London Legacy Development Corporation, and communication agencies to gather the most up-to-date information available. Our…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Supporting Safe and Welcoming Communities
Although matches are taking place overseas, major sporting events can have a local impact, driving increased footfall across hospitality, retail and leisure venues, particularly on key match days. This presents valuable opportunities for businesses but also reinforces the importance of partnership working to ensure our communities remain safe, welcoming and…
Discover LEGO Group x Story Street 2027
Around 50% of children in our community live in poverty. Many are living in such crowded accommodation that they don’t have enough space to play. During the summer holidays, it can be difficult for these families to keep their children inspired, engaged and creative, and get the support they need.
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…