Stratford Original

⚽ Looking for somewhere to catch the World Cup?

Pubs, bars and fan friendly venues, there are plenty of places across Stratford showing the action live.

Look through to discover where to watch and support local businesses while enjoying the tournament 🍻

O12 Bar & Grill Restaurant
Ye Olde Black Bull, Broadway, Stratford
The Orange Room
The Golden Grove Stratford
Wetherspoon Stratford England

Got a favourite spot? Let us know👇

Proud to be attending and sponsoring the Annual Business Conference & Expo 2026 hosted by the Newham Chamber Of Commerce.

Taking place on 18 June 2026 at the University of East London, USS campus, this year's conference will focus on business growth and scale-up, covering key topics including skills, talent, inclusion, networking, advocacy, partnerships, and impact.

We're looking forward to connecting with local businesses, sharing ideas, and supporting the growth of the Newham business community. 🤝

Dr Bike is in session, right now

mechanics are here to complete small checks and services to your push bikes for free

We will be here until 7pm

🚲 Dr Bike is back on The Broadway

Join us in Stratford for another free Dr Bike & Mark Your Bike session, with experienced mechanics on hand to carry out bike safety checks and small adjustments.

You can also get your bike security marked and registered to help protect against theft.

📍 The Broadway, Stratford
🕓 4pm–7pm

Please book your free ticket via the link in our bio.

🌍 Earth Day webinar | Wednesday 22 April

Our partners at First Mile are hosting an Earth Day webinar next Wednesday at 12:30pm GMT, covering the latest updates on the Deposit Return Scheme and what it means for UK businesses ♻️

A useful session packed with practical resources and actionable steps for businesses looking to support sustainable change.

Please follow link to register: b2739fdc-7aae-4da4-bbd0-d59d6d9ed58b@9929dcda-d9c6-497c-bb48-011324196fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/b2739fdc-7aae-4da4-bbd0-d59d6d9ed58b@9929dcda-d9c6-497c-bb48-011324196fc8

🚲 Free Dr Bike & Mark Your Bike is back on The Broadway!

Join us from 4pm – 7pm outside Stratford Centre for a free bike safety check and security marking session in partnership with Cycle Confident.
Our experienced mechanics will carry out free checks on:
�• brakes�• tyres�• wheels�• gears�• lights�• and more

Small adjustments can be made on the spot, and if any further repairs are needed, the team will explain what’s required and the typical costs.
You can also get your bike marked and registered on The National Cycle Database to help reduce the risk of theft.

📍 Between 44 – 46 Broadway, by Stratford Shopping Centre entrance�🕓 4pm – 7pm�📅 Sessions running April – September 2026
A great way to keep your bike safe and road ready.

🚨 Hospitality businesses: fire safety webinar

London Fire Brigade is hosting a free webinar for anyone managing bars, pubs and nightclubs, covering key fire safety responsibilities and legal compliance.

📅 Monday 13 April
🕛 12:00–1:00pm

A useful session for venue managers and teams looking to keep staff, customers and premises safe.

Please register here: https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-workplace/nightclubs-bars-and-pubs-fire-safety/webinar-sign-up/?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_i78apkzole

Stratford businesses and professionals are invited to an upcoming CPD Taster Session: Recovery Ready & Trauma Informed Workplaces, delivered by University of East London in collaboration with London Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

This in person session will explore practical approaches to creating more inclusive, supportive and high performing workplace environments.

Attendees will gain:
• practical trauma informed workplace insights
• understanding of recovery ready organisational approaches
• exposure to short, career focused CPD pathways

📅 Wednesday 15 April 2026
🕘 9:00am – 12:30pm
📍 LCCI Boardroom

Networking and light refreshments included.

Please follow the registration link for further details.

Stratford businesses and professionals are invited to an upcoming CPD Taster Session: Recovery Ready & Trauma Informed Workplaces, delivered by in collaboration with

This in person session will explore practical approaches to creating more inclusive, supportive and high performing workplace environments.

Attendees will gain:
• practical trauma informed workplace insights
• understanding of recovery ready organisational approaches
• exposure to short, career focused CPD pathways

📅 Wednesday 15 April 2026
🕘 9:00am – 12:30pm
📍 LCCI Boardroom

Networking and light refreshments included.

Please follow the registration link for further details.