London Heathrow’s Children Facilities

Heathrow Terminal 2 Play Areas

Reopened in June 2014, Terminal 2 has excellent facilities for those travelling with children. The spacious and spectacular building boasts a range of seating areas where the younger travellers can enjoy the dramatic views of the airfield. There are dedicated Stay & Play areas in the departure lounge after security, located near Gate 16. and the Queen’s Terminal is also well prepared to host a rolling programme of themed seasonal events such as visits from popular children’s cartoon characters.

Heathrow Terminal 3 Play Areas

Heathrow terminal 3 play areas can be found above the departure lounge which is after security. You can access this by stairs or take a lift behind Dixons Travel.

Heathrow Terminal 4 Play Areas

Terminal 4 at Heathrow also boasts a Stay & Play area, open from 6am to 9pm every day and perfect for some pre-flight fun and exercise. It is situated in the departures section, past the security, and it’s nearby Gates 1-6. Free entry, suitable for children aged 0-9.

Heathrow Terminal 5 Play Areas

Located in the main Terminal 5A lounge, just after you pass the security checks, near Gate A7, you’ll find Heathrow terminal 5 children’s play area and it opens from 6am to 9pm daily.

Specially equipped rooms for feeding and changing babies are indicated by either a ‘bottle’ sign or a baby care symbol. Other changing facilities are provided on route to the gate rooms, in the transfer area and after passport control on arrival. There are fold-down tables provided in some male and female toilets. Baby changing facilities are located throughout Terminal 5, next to all toilet blocks. Follow the baby changing symbol in the terminal building to find the facilities.

If you’ve never flown with your little ones and feeling a little apprehensive, epsecially if you have more than one child, here’s an excellent guide to Flying with Babies and Toddlers; planning and preparation is key.