Stratford Area Guide

Stratford at nightPrimed as the major location for the 2012 Olympic Games, Stratford is undergoing rapid and financially secure development to cope with the increased concentration of visitors. After the event, athlete accommodation will form part of a substantial property development, and the ‘legacy’ plans in place include the construction of a new University and the largest urban park in Europe for over a century. It is situated 6 miles from Charing Cross and contains the postcode E15.

Stratford’s transport links are exceptional. Stratford station is a major underground transport hub, linked to the Central and Jubilee lines and serving much of the South East via mainline services. It is also on the DLR network and thus Canary Wharf is in easy reach. In addition, Stratford’s transport infrastructure is undergoing massive regeneration and expansion. Stratford International Station will soon be opened as a station on the High Speed 1 route from London to the British end of the Channel Tunnel in Kent. As well as these regular services running to and from the continent, a brand new DLR line will be constructed linking the station to important London locations such as London City Airport and the ExCel centre. The Crossrail project – which aims to build major new railway lines under London – will link Stratford to Heathrow Airport and Maidenhead.

In addition, Stratford City is a multi-billion pound development aiming to regenerate over 73 hectares of land just north of the City Centre, to include a shopping centre similar in size to Bluewater, along with 5000 homes, shopping centres, schools and public spaces.

Situated minutes from London Liverpool Street station, Stratford is a fantastic office space location if you’re looking for proximity to central London, great facilities that are constantly being expanded and updated and unsurpassed transport links.

What businesses does Stratford suit?

Companies that need close proximity to central London but want to avoid the high price tag of the inner City will find Stratford a fantastic choice. The area is near to many of London’s important business centres whilst retaining an outer-city feel. Only 14 minutes from Bank, financial start-ups may also appreciate the lower office costs in Stratford and the close proximity to the major financial districts.

Commuters may benefit from Strat ford’s superb transport links – the station serves much of the South East to Norwich. Businesses that value local entertainment provisions should also consider Stratford as a viable location for office space.

Transport

Stratford station is on the London Liverpool Street to Norwich network and so has very regular services to the South East. In addition the underground station is linked to two major tube lines – the Central and the Jubilee – which give outstanding mobility throughout the tube network.

Waterloo: 25 minutes
Liverpool Street:12 minutes
Bank: 14 minutes
Canary Wharf: 14 minutes

Extensive transport upgrades are planned for the next few years.

Eating

Stratford has a diverse range of eateries a vailable. The Lemon Tree (Station Street, London E15 1AZ) warmly serves up a range of dishes and service is impeccable. Alternatively check out Too Sweet & Spicy (373 High Street, London, E15 4QZ) for authentic Caribbean cuisine at reasonable prices. There are also a great concentration of takeaways and cafes in Stratford so you won’t ever run out of new places to eat.

Going Out

Pub wise, Stratford has some great offerings. The Railway Tavern is a traditional, well-run establishment that has been in the same family for 40 years. Home-cooked food is served daily, and there is live music on the last Saturday of every month. Alternatively, the King Edward VII (47 Broadway, Stratford, London E15 4BQ) has a band of regular followers and complements its atmosphere with alternative events, such as wine tasting. Nightclub wise, check out Rex (361-373 High Street, London E15 4QZ) a big club with a capacity of over 2,500 and a great atmosphere.

Local Attractions

Billingsgate Fish Market, StratfordBillingsgate Market
Billingsgate Market is the UK’s largest inland fish market, with over 25,000 tonnes sold each year. It has existed in various guises since 1400 and offers escorted tours for student groups and professionals.

Stepping Stones Farm
A major local farm that does everything farms do and does them very well. The shop sells a beautiful selection of homemade jams and chutney and there is a fully featured wildlife area and nature trail. Regular events – such as Easter egg hunts – are scheduled throughout the year, and there are a range of typical and exotic farm animals.

Office Space in Stratford

Workspace Group has a variety of offices to let in the Stratford area, ranging from light industrial to rehearsal space. Below is a selection of our most popular properties.

If you like the great transport available at Stratford but need to be closer to the City, you wish to look at property within King’s Cross. Alternatively, check out Soho if you are looking for unrivalled entertainment and nightlife at all times of the year. If you’d like a free consultation on the availability and benefits of our office space around London give us a call on 0207 247 7614.

Commercial Property in Stratford

Find commercial property in Stratford with Workspace Group, we have a great range of properties throughout London including office space, studio space, serviced offices, workshops and industrial units and all available to rent on flexible & affordable terms.