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THE JOURNAL

The Cogan's Place Blog

Guides & Guest Info

Everything you need before and during your stay — check-in, travel, packing, and what to expect.

Departures level at a London Heathrow airport terminal
Getting to Shepherd’s Bush: Airports, Trains and Tube Made Simple
From Heathrow, Gatwick or St Pancras — here's the easiest way to reach Cogan's Place in Shepherd's Bush..
  • Travel Tips
Suitcase being packed with folded travel clothing
The Ultimate Packing List for Your London Family Trip
What to actually pack for a family stay in London — weather-proofing, city-walking essentials and what you can leave.
  • Travel Tips
Cosy, comfortable living room interior with soft seating
What Makes a Cogan’s Place Stay Different
Personally hosted, genuinely responsive, and kept to a higher standard — here's what sets Cogan's Place apart..
  • Property Features
Wooden garden furniture and decking in a private walled garden
Inside Our Victorian Garden Flat: A Private Escape in the Heart of the City
A private walled garden, original bay windows and space for six — meet our Victorian Garden Flat in Shepherd's.
  • Property Features
Christmas lights strung above a shopping street in central London
Christmas in London: A Shepherd’s Bush Base for the Festive Season
Lights, markets and a quiet residential retreat to come home to — here's how to do a London Christmas.
  • Seasonal
Cherry blossom trees in full bloom in a London park in spring
Best Time to Visit London: A Season-by-Season Guide
Planning a trip to London? Here's what each season actually looks like, from cherry blossom spring to cosy winter..
  • Seasonal
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