Following a post about Heathrow airport's 'child-friendliness'
{and a recent trip to Greece for Easter},
it's Gatwick airport's turn to be reviewed
as to what they do {or don't} offer
to families travelling with children.
{and a recent trip to Greece for Easter},
it's Gatwick airport's turn to be reviewed
as to what they do {or don't} offer
to families travelling with children.
The easiest & fastest way to reach Gatwick airport
from central London is by train.
The journey is approximately 40 min
and train tickets start from ~£10 {children go free}.
Gatwick Airport's Facilities for Families
Gatwick airport is not as organised for families as Heathrow,
but it has some features that are helpful:
The family lanes for security check
{helpful & time saving}.
The kids zone {which could use a refurbishment}
and Boots after security to buy milk.
The pushchairs pick up points
{brilliant idea for parents who disembark a plane
carrying sleepy toddlers, coats and hand luggage}.
The Verdict
Pros: Family priority lanes for security check,
free pushchairs to get from the plane to baggage reclaim.
Cons: neglected, dirty kids zone,
baby changing areas are not next to toilets
{not very practical}.
In a nutshell: A good airport when you fly with kids,
but there is room for improvement.
Child-friendly score: 7/10
but it has some features that are helpful:
The family lanes for security check
{helpful & time saving}.
The kids zone {which could use a refurbishment}
and Boots after security to buy milk.
The pushchairs pick up points
{brilliant idea for parents who disembark a plane
carrying sleepy toddlers, coats and hand luggage}.
The Verdict
Pros: Family priority lanes for security check,
free pushchairs to get from the plane to baggage reclaim.
Cons: neglected, dirty kids zone,
baby changing areas are not next to toilets
{not very practical}.
In a nutshell: A good airport when you fly with kids,
but there is room for improvement.
Child-friendly score: 7/10
