Startups in the West Midlands

A community for founders building from Stratford-upon-Avon and the surrounding region.

stratford.dev exists to promote a startup culture in the West Midlands — connecting founders, sharing what works, and exploring how AI can change the way small companies operate from a small market town.

• Networking

  Informal meetups and introductions between founders, builders, and operators across the region.

• Helping founders

  Practical support — feedback, sounding boards, and signposting to people who can actually help.

• AI in Stratford

  Hands-on exploration of how AI tools can lift small businesses and side projects in the area.

Why this, why here

The West Midlands has talent, ideas, and operators who don't always see themselves as "tech". You don't need to be in London to build something that works. We want to make it easier to find the people doing it, learn from them, and use the new generation of AI tools to punch above your weight.

If you're building, thinking about building, or just curious — get in touch.