About this Event
Above photo: Arne Müseler, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 DE. Cropped & resized.
Embark on the Stratford Stories: Stage, Steel & Streams Trail
A theatre born from a wheelwright’s workshop, a church rising where prisoners once rattled their chains, and a market that never sleeps—Stratford hides more secrets than its glassy skyline lets on.
Set out on a self-guided audio tour through Newham’s beating heart, weaving between icons and underappreciated corners to uncover tales that slip past the typical visitor.
Why did a simple set of initials threaten the very existence of Theatre Royal Stratford East? Which midnight echoes haunt St John’s crypt beneath all those hymns and guitars? And what exactly happens in the Stratford Centre when the last shop shutters for the night?
Walk in the shadows of rebellion, survival, and unstoppable reinvention. Move from grand stages to hidden cemeteries and fluorescent markets, tracing moments that rewrote London history block by block.
Ready to dive deeper and see Stratford pulse with new life at every turn? Begin now—the city’s untold stories are waiting just beneath your feet.
🗺️ Tour Details
- Duration: 2 hours 47 minutes
- Distance: Around 4.8 km (3.0 miles)
- Audio Content: up to 1h 40min
- Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including London College of Fashion, Bow Back Rivers, Theatre Royal Stratford East
Experience the charm of Newham like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.
🎒 What's Included
- Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Newham's history to life
- Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
- Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
- Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
ℹ️ Important Info
- This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
- You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
- You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
- The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
- Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
📲 Getting Started is Easy!
Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore London on your terms.
It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.
👥 Who's It For?
Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.
🎧 What is AllTours?
AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!
With AllTours, you'll experience:
- Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
- Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
- Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
- Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
- Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.
📍 Tour Stops
You will visit the following locations:
- 👑 Theatre Royal Stratford East (4min)
- ⛪ St John's Church, Stratford (2min)
- 📍 Stratford Centre (3min)
- ⚔️ King Edward VII, Stratford (1min)
- 📍 County Borough of West Ham (5min)
- 🚉 Stratford bus station (1min)
- 🏛️ Carpenters Estate (4min)
- ⛰️ London College of Fashion (3min)
- 📍 London Aquatics Centre (3min)
- 🏟️ London Stadium (4min)
- 📍 ArcelorMittal Orbit (4min)
- 🌊 Bow Back Rivers (4min)
Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.
🏛️ Additional City Topics
Learn even more about Newham with these bonus audio stories available in the app:
- 🏛️ Prehistory (2min)
- 🏛️ Roman London (1min)
- 🏛️ Anglo-Saxon and Viking-period London (2min)
- 🏛️ Middle Ages (3min)
- 🏛️ Early modern (3min)
- 🏛️ Late modern and contemporary (4min)
- 🌍 Scope (2min)
- 🌍 Status (2min)
- 🌍 Topography (2min)
- 🌍 Climate (4min)
- 🌍 Areas (2min)
- 🌍 Architecture (4min)
- 🌍 Natural history (3min)
- 🌟 London's Expanding Urban Landscape (3min)
- 🌟 Age structure and median age (2min)
- 🌟 Country of birth (2min)
- 🌟 Ethnic groups (3min)
- 🌟 Languages (1min)
- 🌟 Religion (3min)
- 🌟 Accents (2min)
- 🎭 Local government (2min)
- 🎭 National government (2min)
- 🎭 Policing and crime (2min)
These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.
Above photo: Gordon Joly, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Sbrooks91, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Arne Müseler, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0 DE. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Rick Ligthelm, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.
Above photo: Katie Chan, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.
🌍 Available Languages
Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:
🇬🇧 English •
🇫🇷 French •
🇪🇸 Spanish •
🇩🇪 German •
🇮🇹 Italian •
🇵🇹 Portuguese •
🇷🇺 Russian •
🇯🇵 Japanese •
🇨🇳 Chinese •
🇳🇱 Dutch •
🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil) •
🇸🇦 Arabic •
🇰🇷 Korean •
🇸🇪 Swedish •
🇩🇰 Danish •
🇫🇮 Finnish •
🇵🇱 Polish •
🇨🇿 Czech •
🇭🇺 Hungarian •
🇬🇷 Greek •
🇹🇷 Turkish •
🇮🇳 Hindi •
🇦🇱 Albanian •
🇪🇹 Amharic •
🇦🇲 Armenian •
🇧🇩 Bengali •
🇧🇦 Bosnian •
🇧🇬 Bulgarian •
🇲🇲 Burmese •
🇪🇸 Catalan •
🇭🇷 Croatian •
🇪🇪 Estonian •
🇬🇪 Georgian •
🇮🇳 Gujarati •
🇮🇸 Icelandic •
🇮🇩 Indonesian •
🇮🇳 Kannada •
🇰🇿 Kazakh •
🇱🇻 Latvian •
🇱🇹 Lithuanian •
🇲🇰 Macedonian •
🇲🇾 Malay •
🇮🇳 Malayalam •
🇮🇳 Marathi •
🇲🇳 Mongolian •
🇳🇴 Norwegian •
🇮🇷 Persian •
🇮🇳 Punjabi •
🇷🇴 Romanian •
🇷🇸 Serbian •
🇸🇰 Slovak •
🇸🇮 Slovenian •
🇸🇴 Somali •
🇰🇪 Swahili •
🇵🇭 Tagalog •
🇮🇳 Tamil •
🇮🇳 Telugu •
🇹🇭 Thai •
🇺🇦 Ukrainian •
🇵🇰 Urdu •
🇻🇳 Vietnamese
🎉 Congratulations on reading this far! You've earned yourself a little treat. Use code ILOVEAUDIOTOURS at checkout for 10% off your tour. Because who doesn't love a good discount for being thorough? 😉
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Theatre Royal Stratford East, Theatre Royal Stratford East, Barking, United Kingdom
GBP 4.99 to GBP 29.99
