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London Stadium — From Olympics to Premier League

London Stadium is a 62,500-capacity multi-purpose venue in Stratford, East London. Originally built for the 2012 Olympics, it is now the home of West Ham United FC and hosts major athletics and concerts.

London Stadium is a 62,500-capacity multi-purpose venue in Stratford, East London. Originally built for the 2012 Olympic Games, it is now the home of West Ham United FC and hosts Premier League football, major athletics events and concerts. The stadium offers hospitality including the Arena Lounge, East Stand suites and corporate boxes.

Venue Overview

London Stadium is a 62,500-capacity multi-purpose venue in Stratford, East London, originally built for the 2012 Olympics.

London Stadium, originally known as the Olympic Stadium, was built for the 2012 London Olympic Games at a cost of approximately £486 million. Following the Olympics, it was converted into a multi-purpose venue and became the home of West Ham United Football Club in 2016. The stadium has a capacity of 62,500 for football and 80,000 for concerts and athletics.

The venue has hosted the 2017 World Athletics Championships, 2017 Rugby League World Cup matches, Major League Baseball London Series, and major concerts including The Rolling Stones, Guns N' Roses and Beyoncé. The stadium is located within Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, one of London's largest public parks, and is adjacent to the ArcelorMittal Orbit observation tower and the Lee Valley VeloPark.

  • 62,500 capacity (80,000 for concerts)
  • Built for the 2012 London Olympics
  • Home of West Ham United FC since 2016
  • Located in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Capacity and Location

London Stadium has a capacity of 62,500 for football and is located at Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, Stratford, London E20 2ST.

Capacity: 62,500 (football), up to 80,000 (concerts/athletics)

Address: London Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London E20 2ST

Nearest stations: Stratford (Central/Jubilee Lines, DLR, National Rail) or Stratford International (DLR/High Speed).

Parking: Limited parking available via pre-booking. Public transport strongly recommended.

Hospitality Options

London Stadium hospitality includes the Arena Lounge, East Stand suites, BM6 Lounge and corporate boxes with premium matchday dining.

London Stadium offers a range of West Ham United hospitality packages:

  • Arena Lounge — contemporary matchday hospitality with complimentary food and drink
  • BM6 Lounge — premium experience with guest speakers and player appearances
  • East Stand Suites — versatile hospitality spaces for groups
  • Corporate Boxes — private boxes with balcony views of the pitch
  • Claret Lounge — exclusive fine dining experience

How to Get There

London Stadium is accessible via Stratford station (Central/Jubilee Lines, DLR, National Rail), approximately a 15-minute walk through Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

By rail: Stratford station (Central Line, Jubilee Line, DLR and National Rail including Elizabeth Line) is approximately a 15-minute walk through Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Stratford International (DLR and High Speed services) is approximately 12 minutes' walk.

By car: Limited parking available via pre-booking. The venue is within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ).

By bus: Routes 308, 339, D8, 388 and N205 serve the stadium area.

Nearby Hotels and Restaurants

Nearby hotels include the Hilton London Olympic Park and Staybridge Suites Stratford City. Westfield Stratford City offers extensive dining options.

Hotels: Hilton London Olympic Park is adjacent to the stadium. Staybridge Suites London Stratford City and Holiday Inn Express London - Stratford are nearby. The luxurious The Stratford Hotel is also accessible.

Restaurants: Westfield Stratford City, adjacent to the stadium, offers over 80 restaurants and bars including Wahaca, Dirty Burger, Busaba Eathai and many more. Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park also features cafes and food stalls on event days.

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