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Residents Information

Welcome to the residents’ page for Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. This is the go-to page for news, updates and information on services and activities across the Park.

Park Updates

The South Park Waterworks Fountains

The South Park Waterworks Fountains are open every day, running from 10am to 5pm.

However, during London Stadium events and West Ham match days, the fountains will be turned off 3 hours before kick‑off.

The fountains will be turned off between the below times, to facilitate attendee movement for the Take That concert at London Stadium:

  • Thursday 25th June: 12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Friday 26th June: Between 12:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Saturday 27th June: 12:00pm - 5:00pm

Thank you for your understanding!

London Stadium Monier Triangle Use | 26.05.26 - 07.08.26

London Stadium will be undertaking activity at Monier Triangle between Tuesday 26th May - Friday 7th August 2026.

A letter outlining the details of this be found here.

 

London Stadium Summer 2026 Events

The below events will be taking place at London Stadium over Summer 2026:

  • Take That - The Circus Live | Thursday 25th, Friday 26th & Saturday 27th June
  • Metallica - M72 World Tour | Friday 3rd July & Sunday 5th July
  • Wing Fest London 2026 | Friday 24th, Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th July

A letter outlining the impact to the Park can be found here.

London Youth Games Finals Festival | Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre | 03.07.26 to 05.07.26

London Youth Games Finals Festival will take place at Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre from 03.07.26 to 05.07.26

You can find a resident letter herewith all the detail.

Please visit our What's On page for more information and sign up to hear about exclusive offers and Park activities.

 

Playtime Padel | Mandeville Place | 09.07.26 to 30.08.26

Playtime Padel will be taking place on Mandeville Place from 09.07.26 to 30.08.26.

For more information on Playtime Padel, you can find the resident letter here.

Please visit our What's On page for more information and sign up to hear about exclusive offers and Park activities.

Riverside Blue Green Algae | Warning

If you swim through or swallow blue green algae, you could suffer from severe skin rashes, eye irritation, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever and pains in muscles and joints. Protect yourself and your animals by keeping away from the algae and the water close to it.

Construction Works

East Wick & Sweetwater Phase III

Carpenters Road West

Construction works will be taking place along Carpenters Road West from October 2025 until August 2026.

Works will include: a new parallel crossing to east of White Post Lane Bridge, improved visibility for cyclists across the Clarnico Lane and Sweetwater junction, new on-road cycle lanes to each side of the road, upgraded crossing points, and an off-road bi-directional cycle track to north side of road which connects with the existing track.

Pool Street

Disruption is expected to continue in the Pool Street area until Autumn 2026.

Works are being undertaken to facilitate improvements to the public realm, which will include improved walking, cycling and bus infrastructure, new green spaces including rain gardens and tree planting. Works are being coordinated by London Legacy Development Corporation and UCL East to reduce disruption.

Marshgate Lane

Construction work is ongoing until late summer 2026 and is being delivered by LB Newham.

Work to upgrade the existing Greenway ramp from Marshgate Lane is underway, with an upgraded crossing over Marshgate Lane to follow. Additional CCTV and art installation in the rail underpass towards Pudding Mill Station will be delivered in parallel.  

Fixed Estate Charge

A child swings on a rope swing at tumbling bay playground

Fixed Estate Charge

The Fixed Estate Charge was developed to contribute towards the cost of maintaining Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park’s parklands and its facilities, as an Estate for the enjoyment of all those living on, working in or visiting the Park. 

Find out more

Community facilities

Bridget’s Café and Chobham Manor Community Centre

At the heart of Chobham Manor is the community centre and Bridget’s Café! The Chobham Manor community centre has a programme of activities taking place throughout the week for local people to participate and also is a hireable space for the local community to use. Bridget’s café runs a work-based training programme for adults with additional needs. They aim to recruit and train up to 20 people in a variety of roles, giving opportunities to groups of people traditionally under-represented in the workforce.  

Badu Sports Café

BADU, a Black-led non-profit organisation was founded with the aim of offering unparalleled support to families, schools and local systems. Now BADU have launched a café at Hackney Bridge which is the organisation’s first outpost of its kind. Serving coffee, cakes and freshly made sandwiches, BADU Cafe takes the traditional cafe concept and does something amazing for the community. Find out more.

The LightHouse and Gardens

The LightHouse and Gardens is an exciting new community centre and gardens in Stratford E20 created to provide indoor and outdoor spaces to promote health and wellbeing opportunities for the local area and beyond. 

The LightHouse offers classes, events, workshops and a variety of projects to support mind, body and soul whilst also being available to hire by practitioners, charities, businesses and individuals.  Sitting alongside is the Gardens, a community-focused food growing and garden space with art, workshops and green areas for relaxation and calm. Find out more.

The Dovetail

The Dovetail is a place for the residents and neighbours of The Carpenters Estate to build connections, share skills, try out new activities and get involved with their local community. They run weekday activities, Tuesday – Friday, for residents and neighbours of The Carpenters Estate. Stop in for a cuppa, a chat and some great resident led workshops. Find out more.

Timber Lodge

Timber Lodge is a cafe and community hub that provide low-cost events and activities for the community. From comedy nights to soft-play Sundays, the welcoming atmosphere will keep you coming back for more. Timber Lodge is also the perfect place to hire out for a birthday party or celebration. Find out more.

Community opportunities on the Park

A roundtable discussion at Community Anchor Network

Community opportunities on the Park

We’re on a mission to change the lives of people in east London and have a range of opportunities for the community to get involved in. From learning and volunteering opportunities to having your say in the how the Park works, get involved and gain something invaluable.

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New openings

Tsujiri

Tsujiri, the world-renowned Japanese tea brand, has brought its celebrated matcha creations to Aquatics Walk at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Find out more.

Ginger & Mint

Ginger & Mint is a relaxed healthy eating café where you can unwind with a delicious juice or dish that will energise you for the day ahead. Find out more.

V&A East Museum

The V&A East Museum is now open on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Coming soon - Chilli Padi

Chilli Padi will be bringing Malaysian cuisine to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park soon. You will find them on Aquatics Walk.

Sport and fitness on the Park

A water aerobics fitness class at London Aquatics Centre

Sport and fitness on the Park

There are endless opportunities to get involved in sports and fitness on the Park, and it's no wonder - we were home to the London 2012 Olympics after all. From teaching your little one to swim where Olympics swam for gold, to an easy run around the Park, we have something for everyone. 

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