Gatwick is easy to reach from Victoria by Gatwick Express or National Rail, using contactless payment. The railway station is step free, although the correct lift is not easy to find. There are also cheaper buses from Victoria.
The South Terminal has a family security lane, but the procedures are not streamlined for children. Milk, water and food pouches all had to come out and be checked. I was told I could not take tap water through, so both children’s bottles were emptied and I was directed to a fountain on the other side—which did not work. The buggy had to be emptied and the baby removed, and there was little repacking space.
Baby-changing facilities are standard, with a changing table and sink. There were no children’s toilets or low sinks. Gatwick is large, so the walk to the furthest gates can take around fifteen minutes. Aircraft access is usually by air bridge, with buggy drop-off at the gate.