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.
Pudding Mill Lane events
The partnership’s vision is for a mixed-use neighbourhood combining new high-quality homes, community facilities, and amenities to foster an inclusive and well-connected community with spaces that support everyday life. Join them at their drop in events to meet the team and share your views on: · Monday 22nd September 2025, from…
Met Engage
We encourage you to sign up to the platform so you can receive key information, get to know their local officers, and report feedback on crimes and concerns impacting your area. Met Engage Launch Doc for support.
Dialogue Express Cafe Opens in Newham
Dialogue Cafe, London’s first café run primarily in British Sign Language (BSL), has launched its newest location — Carpenters Dialogue Express Cafe, a converted train carriage nestled in Newham’s Carpenter’s Estate. This unique venture is more than a coffee spot — it’s a bold statement of inclusion, social reform, and…
People Powered Places
People Powered Places is London Borough of Newham’s flagship programme of participatory budgeting and is a beacon of best practice in participatory democracy. The programme has become one of the largest participatory budgeting initiatives in the UK, delivering lasting transformation with more than 300 projects funded that have had…
Story Street x The Lego Group
This summer, Discover’s Children’s Forum have been working with the LEGO Group to co-create a truly spectacular new play street – filled with creativity, invitations to play and building with LEGO® bricks. Story Street is kindly supported by The LEGO Foundation and is free with your Discover Entry ticket. Until Sunday 31…
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 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…
Stratford Original Annual General Meeting 2025
Stratford Original BID Members are invited to our 2025 AGM, which is an opportunity to report back on our achievements and elect board members for the coming year. The AGM will open a forum for any questions about our plans for the original Stratford. In addition, this event provides an…
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 27th, 2025 Time: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM Location: Stratford St John’s Churchyard, Stratford What to Expect: Live music to fill the…
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