Are there drinking water fountains airside at London City Airport?
When flying, I normally take an empty water bottle (or two) with me. To comply with liquid regulations at security, I ditch any remaining water landside just before or after checkin, pass through security with completely empty water bottles (which is allowed), then find a water fountain air-side to refill it. I then have (for free!) water for the flight.
I can't see anything on the London City Airport website, either in text or on the map, about water fountains. I couldn't spot any either from a quick look in person, but I know that while London's Heathrow Airport has them they're not always the easiest to spot without directions, so it isn't impossible I missed them.
So, are there drinking water fountains air-side at London City Airport, and if so, where?
Best Answer
Having checked with both the information desk in the airport, and emailing the airport, the answer is sadly no. Their response was:
Thank you for your comments about drinking water fountains.
Lack of suitable locations has been the main issue why we have not introduced the facilities, however, we have started a terminal development program and are looking at making changes that best meets the passenger's needs.
However, there is a workaround to get water for free:
If you need water please approach any of our restaurants in departures and a member of staff will happily assist you.
I can confirm that the Caffe Nero near gates 21-24 have cups and a water jug out for all to avail themselves of, and the City Grill were perfectly happy to give me a glass of iced water (even offered a slice of lemon!) when I wasn't ordering anything else from them. I haven't tried asking to get a waterbottle filled though, will have to look into that on another trip.
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Where do you get water at the airport?
Where to Find Water Stations. Several airports offer water refill stations (sometimes called hydration or bottle stations) where you can fill empty bottles without spilling a drop. Here are just a few; check your airport's website for more. Click the airport name for station locations.Are there water filling stations at airports?
But now, a growing number of airports have begun to install bottle-filling stations for thirsty travelers near bathrooms and water fountains. The easy-to-use stations are part of an effort to find more sustainable ways to manage crowds (and the empty bottles they leave behind) and to improve airport amenities.Are there free water fountains in London?
Amongst the areas of high foot traffic, you'll find water fountains at Broadway Market, Potters Field Park, Russell Square, Camden High Street. Plus, commuters at underground stations including Willesden Green, Blackfriars, Tooting Broadway, and Kentish Town all benefit from the fountains.Can you drink airports tap water?
"It's absolutely drinkable," says a United spokesman. They called our water tests unscientific, and said our own samplers could have contaminated the results. "Someone with dirty hands must have used that sink," said a spokesman from National Airlines, where the lavatory sample came back positive for coliform.Behind The Scenes - London City Airport. Part 1
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Here's a 2020 info: filtered water refill station located at gates 7&8, and all food and drink places are happy to refill your water bottle on request :)
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