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 History
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
Stamp and Stomp trail
Created with Discover Children’s Story Centre and East Bank, follow the map, visit the beautiful buildings and collect the stamps at each of the stops. What can you see as you stomp around the trail? Pick up your trail map from the front desk at Discover Children’s Story Centre or…
Speculative ReMemory
This project includes audio and visual work made as part of an engagement project at Alice Billing House in Stratford. Expect excerpts from the digital archive, physical representations on Grow’s Mezzanine Gallery and a chance to meet artists involved in the project. These cumulative creative contributions have emerged from a network…
All Saints Choir Christmas Concert
Join All Saints Chorus Senior Choir of Nelson Primary School Richie Milton Musical Director: Jon Cullen Conductor – Joanne Cull Tickets £7, with £5 concessions (includes drink and mince pie) more information here.
Bring Your Own Cup
Did you know 3 in 4 of us own a reusable cup, but only a third use it at least once a month? Crazy, right? Enter Bring Your Own Cup (#BYOC), Hubbub’s latest campaign, inspiring you do exactly what it says on the tin. And guess what? We’re at Meridian Square, Stratford, E15 1AZ from…
Mark Your Bike Services this month
Get you bike marked and registered to The National Cycle Database to prevent the possibility of theft. Book now! Join us from 4pm – 7pm outside The Stratford Centre on The Broadway.
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…
HANNA STREETER APPOINTED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF STRATFORD EAST
Stratford East has announced that Hanna Streeter has been appointed Executive Director and joint CEO, taking up the position from July 2025. Streeter joins Stratford East from the Orange Tree Theatre, where she is currently the Executive Director and joint CEO. Hanna said: “I’m overjoyed to have been appointed by…
Free Gift Wrapping Service
Customers who purchase a gift with any of our members between 1 December & 21 December 2024 and get them wrapped for free! We will be hosting the service on Saturday 7, 14 and 21 December from 12pm – 3pm inside The Stratford Centre.
Studio Space Available in Alice Billing House
This is a perfect starter studio for local Newham creative. It has lots of natural light and is situated on the first floor of the building. You will have access to a bookable Project Space, which can be used for workshops and meetings. Size: 1.8m x 2.5m – 50sqft Rent:…
Free Coffee on Meridian Square
Crazy, right? Enter Bring Your Own Cup (#BYOC), Hubbub’s latest campaign, inspiring you do exactly what it says on the tin. And guess what? We’re at Meridian Square, Stratford, E15 1AZ from Monday 18th – Thursday 21st November with our #BYOC pop-up. Fancy an oat flat white for free? You…
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