Royal Docks Living Starts at Stories Wharf

Stories Wharf, located in E16, with views over the River Thames in North Woolwich, offers a collection of stylish studios, one- to three-bedroom apartments. It brings together waterfront living, smart design, and unmatched affordability.

Available to buy through Shared Ownership, there are a variety of homes to suit everyone, with prices from £74,000 for a 25% share of a studio apartment (full market value £296,000).

Living at Stories Wharf puts you in reach of East London’s most exciting revival story. New business spaces, cultural venues, and amenities popping up across the area and are easily reachable via the DLR network. Stories Wharf is more than a place to live; it’s an opportunity to invest in a growing community with a bright future ahead. Furthermore, significant investment continues across the Royal Docks.

What’s Going On at the Royal Docks?

This summer, At The Docks brings together over 70 events and 300 activities from across the Royal Docks into a vibrant summer programme, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

Water Activities

If you’re looking to cool off, the Royal Docks Summer Splash is a free outdoor lido next to City Hall. It is open from Friday 25 July to Sunday 17 August. With sand pits, deckchairs, daily family activities plus Swim Safe water sessions, it’s the perfect place to relax and play – all completely free.

For those after something more active, try wakeboarding or paddleboarding with WakeUp Docklands. Alternatively, experience open-water swimming in this unique setting. Strong swimmers maybe want to sign up for the Dock to Dock swim, an exciting open water challenge across the Royal Docks designed for confident participants on the 12th Sepetmeber. Plus, finish off your day at Sweheat Sauna just beside the lido, which is open all year round.

Entertainment and Events

This summer, the Royal Docks will come alive with music events, featuring internationally acclaimed DJs including Fisher, Lost Frequencies and Tiësto, as well as festivals such as Plans After Fest – Euro Summer and Signal Festival.

Meanwhile, July brings live outdoor arts and theatre at Certain Black’s Ensemble Festival. You can also visit Cleopatra at Immerse LDN – London’s newest immersive entertainment district or enjoy in celebrations at the famous Brick Lane Music Hall.

Find out more about all the events taking place this summer.

Outside of summer, there is still plenty going on at the Royal Docks. Enjoy water sports or open-water swimming, explore Thames Barrier Park or the many restaurants and bars in the area such as Fremantle Bar & Kitchen or Little Hudson café, serving homemade brunch, which you can catch the DLR to in under 25 minutes. Additionally, the area is home to major landmarks including City Hall, London City Airport, ExCeL London and the IFS Cloud Cable Car, which offers panoramic views across the River Thames.

Explore everything the Royal Docks has to offer, with Stories Wharf at the centre of it all.

Prime London Travel Connections at Your Doorstep

The riverside location at Stories Wharf means selected homes enjoy fantastic Thames-side views. Each home has access to a podium garden and roof terrace with 360-degree views of this emerging part of East London. Additionally, every home comes with its own private balcony or terrace.

Plus, you’re never far from the action:

• King George V DLR – just 0.3 miles away, offering connections to London City Airport in 8 minutes and Woolwich Arsenal for the Elizabeth line.
• Canary Wharf – only 3 stops  away. Stories Wharf homes are available at a significantly lower price point than the average Canary Wharf property price of £612,925 in 2025*
• Bank – reach the City in just 26 minutes.
• Bond Street – only 22 minutes away via the Elizabeth line – with Bond Street within easy reach, enjoy some retails therapy shopping and some of London’s best theatres and attractions.
• Stratford & Canning Town – easy local bus rides – discover the places locals know and love, from Stratford’s vibrant shopping and leisure scene to Canning Town’s growing selection of cafés, restaurants and community spaces.

Additionally, the Woolwich Ferry offers free crossings for pedestrians, cyclists, cars, vans and lorries, making South London easy to reach.

Stories Wharf – Stylish Homes Designed Around You

The homes deliver exceptional quality and are built in line with ‘the Hyde Difference’ specification. This means a high-quality finish comes as standard.

Features include:

• Private outdoor space
• Contemporary kitchen units with integrated appliances
• Fitted wardrobes
• En suites to selected homes
• Quality flooring included
• NHBC warranty
• Allocated secure undercroft parking to selected homes

Move In Now

Homes at Stories Wharf are available move in now. Marketing suite and show home viewings take place Tuesday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm, by appointment only. Book online or call 0208 054 0343.

For a limited time, buyers can also take advantage of the Summer Saver incentive on selected apartments, with moving offers worth up to £6,500. See our website for more details.

 *Details correct at time of going to publication.  https://www.rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/canary-wharf.html