Draughts Stratford

Riverside board gaming and craft beers in East London

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Settle in at Draughts Stratford, located on the banks of the Lee Valley inside Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park.

Boasting an impressive library of over one thousand board games, this hybrid cafe-bar offers a fantastic, lively atmosphere for dates, friends, and solo visitors. Their expert game gurus are always on hand to help you find the perfect title and walk you through the rules, so you can dive straight into the action.

Order a cold craft beer, tuck into their famous bottomless nachos, and enjoy a wonderful, high-energy evening of play. It is a spectacular, modern destination for East London's gaming community.

Newham, London
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