Explore Stratford
Stratford has a full and rich history dating back to the early 1800’s. St John’s Church, the famous markets, and the old town hall are just a few gems in the town centre that make the area truly unique.
Stratford Past
Stratford has historically been important point for travellers to it’s location near the River Lee. From our Roman origins to a medieval village, Stratford has always been transforming. In the 1830’s Stratford became an industrial hub with the arrival of the railway, triggering the population boom and establishment of factories, workshops and industrial facilities. Our district represents the ‘original’ Stratford.
Explore Stratford’s Past
Stratford Future
Stratford Future is our dedicated platform explaining the large number of new developments that are planned to be built in and around the Stratford town centre.
The page is designed to provide information about each development including type, size and timeline in order to making it more accessible for local businesses, residents and stakeholders to form a full picture of the scale of change planned for the original Stratford.
Stratford Future
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…
FREE Gift Wrapping at Stratford Shopping Centre
Stratford Original BID is offering a free gift-wrapping service for items purchased from local shops within the Stratford Original BID area. That includes Stratford Shopping Centre, The Grove, Broadway, and Stratford High Street. Not sure if your purchase is eligible? Check participating businesses on the map here and refer…
FREE Gift Wrapping at Stratford Shopping Centre
Stratford Original BID is offering a free gift-wrapping service for items purchased from local shops within the Stratford Original BID area. That includes Stratford Shopping Centre, The Grove, Broadway, and Stratford High Street. Not sure if your purchase is eligible? Check participating businesses on the map here and refer…
FREE Gift Wrapping at Stratford Shopping Centre
Stratford Original BID is offering a free gift-wrapping service for items purchased from local shops within the Stratford Original BID area. That includes Stratford Shopping Centre, The Grove, Broadway, and Stratford High Street. Not sure if your purchase is eligible? Check participating businesses on the map here and refer…
Winter Wonderland 2025
This festive event is a beloved tradition for our community, bringing families together to celebrate the winter season with joy and warmth. Event Details Date: November 26th, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Stratford St John’s Churchyard, Stratford Bring the whole family and enjoy a festive…
London Half & 10k Presented by TREK
The route of this event passes by or near your property and we would like to give you as much detail as possible about the event and its timings to minimise any potential disruption. There are road closures as part of this event between 07:00 and 14:00 on Sunday 1st…
London Strategic Licensing consultation
Licenses also set the times when they must close. The way licensing currently works can be hard to navigate. That’s why the Mayor is working to create a licensing system that works for businesses, boroughs and Londoners. A consultation on the proposed changes to licensing is now open: use…
London’s independent Nightlife Taskforce sets out comprehensive plan to drive the future of the capital at night
The report, by the independent industry-led Nightlife Taskforce, is the most comprehensive evidence-based assessment of London’s nightlife ever produced. It sets out the scale and importance of the capital’s nightlife and the challenges it faces, outlining 23 recommendations across 10 areas to protect, support and grow London’s vital nightlife industries.
Be part of a new chapter for Discover Children’s Story Centre
As part of its Up and Out building development project, Discover will be greening and growing with works designed to improve sustainability and accessibility. Discover has worked with award-winning architects, Jan Kattein, to create unique, innovative and beautifully designed spaces. Discover will reopen in mid- to late-May. In the meantime,…
Bus service changes from January 2026
This affects the frequency of services of some of the routes. For more information and to check for specific bus routes, visit the TFL website.