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Singles in and around Stratford and Newham

Stratford and Newham are in the heart of east London, with the Olympic Park, big shopping centres and the Royal Docks. For a first date there's a walk in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, a stroll around Royal Victoria Dock, or a coffee at Westfield Stratford City. Check opening times before you go.

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First date ideas in Stratford and Newham

Three easy places to meet someone new in Stratford and Newham. Check opening times before you go.

  • Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

    A large park of wetlands, gardens and riverside paths beside the Olympic stadium. Free to enter and easy to walk around.

  • Royal Victoria Dock

    A wide stretch of water in the Royal Docks with views towards Canary Wharf. Flat, open and good for a stroll.

  • Westfield Stratford City

    A big shopping centre with many cafés and restaurants, a short walk from Stratford station. Check opening times before you go.

Around Stratford and Newham

Neighbourhoods and nearby towns: Stratford, East Ham, West Ham, Canning Town, Forest Gate, Plaistow, Beckton and the Royal Docks.

Getting there: Stratford has the Central and Jubilee lines, the Elizabeth line, the DLR and the Overground, with Stratford International nearby. The District and Hammersmith and City lines serve East Ham and West Ham, and the DLR links the Royal Docks.

Go London Dating covers the whole London area, so you can join from Stratford and Newham and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.

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Questions about dating in Stratford and Newham

What is a good first date in Stratford and Newham?

There are plenty of easy options: a walk in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, a stroll around Royal Victoria Dock and a coffee at Westfield Stratford City. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.

How do I get to Stratford and Newham?

Stratford has the Central and Jubilee lines, the Elizabeth line, the DLR and the Overground, with Stratford International nearby. The District and Hammersmith and City lines serve East Ham and West Ham, and the DLR links the Royal Docks.

Can I join Go London Dating from Stratford and Newham?

Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go London Dating covers the whole London area, so you can search other towns too.

Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Stratford and Newham?

Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.