Sep 16, 2015, 12:29 pm
Last edit by: Prospero
Two routes will be moving to LGW South ahead of the formal move date.
from 11 January 2017: BA2273 will depart for JFK out of the South Terminal
from 12 January 2017: BA2272 will arrive into the South Terminal from JFK
from 19 January 2017: BA Naples flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal
Customers on these flights should check in at Zone A within the South Terminal
from 25 January 2017: all other BA flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal.
The BA First and Terraces lounges in the North Terminal closed on the evening of 04 January 2016. BA passengers can now use the No.1 Lounge and My Lounge in the North Terminal until the date BA moves its operations to the South Terminal (currently estimated to happen in November 2016), where there will be a new British Airways lounge. The new British Airways lounge in the South Terminal is anticipated to follow the latest concept found at EDI, GLA, IAD, CPT and SIN, and will include a dedicated area for First and oneworld Emerald passengers. It is not yet clear what form this area will take (ie. whether it will be a separate First lounge or include a Concorde Bar/Dining concept). For more information, see here and here
For information on the temporary lounge arrangements in LGW North, see this thread:
Temporary BA Lounge at LGW North - No. 1 Lounge - Photos, reviews, questions
By way of guidance, the above Lounge thread is for direct questions and experiences on the No. 1 lounge, whereas the thread here below is suitable for discussing the broader issues arising from the move to South.
from 11 January 2017: BA2273 will depart for JFK out of the South Terminal
from 12 January 2017: BA2272 will arrive into the South Terminal from JFK
from 19 January 2017: BA Naples flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal
Customers on these flights should check in at Zone A within the South Terminal
from 25 January 2017: all other BA flights will operate in/out of the South Terminal.
The BA First and Terraces lounges in the North Terminal closed on the evening of 04 January 2016. BA passengers can now use the No.1 Lounge and My Lounge in the North Terminal until the date BA moves its operations to the South Terminal (currently estimated to happen in November 2016), where there will be a new British Airways lounge. The new British Airways lounge in the South Terminal is anticipated to follow the latest concept found at EDI, GLA, IAD, CPT and SIN, and will include a dedicated area for First and oneworld Emerald passengers. It is not yet clear what form this area will take (ie. whether it will be a separate First lounge or include a Concorde Bar/Dining concept). For more information, see here and here
For information on the temporary lounge arrangements in LGW North, see this thread:
Temporary BA Lounge at LGW North - No. 1 Lounge - Photos, reviews, questions
By way of guidance, the above Lounge thread is for direct questions and experiences on the No. 1 lounge, whereas the thread here below is suitable for discussing the broader issues arising from the move to South.
BA to move to LGW South Terminal Nov 2016 [revised to 25 Jan 2017]
Dec 15, 2015, 2:02 pm
#437
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Dec 16, 2015, 3:42 pm
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Gatwick, No First Lounge/Galleries 2016
Having spoken to the cabin crew on my return flight to Gatwick today.
I went up to the galley and spoke to them about the move to the South Terminal scheduled for November 2016. They said there is to be no first class lounge facilities for any customers even if traveling in first or Gold card holders.
This seems unrealistic, almost impossible however seems it could be true when speaking to the CSM and a person on twitter.
This is somewhat believable with the arrival of this new CEO and the cost-cutting tactics that have been implemented at Gatwick especially on the CSM roles.
Also considering that the First Galleries closes at 3PM to reduce the cost of staff manning the lounge as there are no aircraft that leave with a First Cabin after 3PM.
Having tweeted them directly, they responded,
"None of the plans have been finalised so we can't really say as yet. We will notify all of our Executive Club members as soon as we confirm our plans"
This somewhat suggests that it is not good news....
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Does anyone know if this is true or just wrong speculation????
If I was to guess on this speculation I would bet that it will have a large Concord Bar similar to the ones seen in DXB, IAD, SIN. Designed by Graven Design Agency
I went up to the galley and spoke to them about the move to the South Terminal scheduled for November 2016. They said there is to be no first class lounge facilities for any customers even if traveling in first or Gold card holders.
This seems unrealistic, almost impossible however seems it could be true when speaking to the CSM and a person on twitter.
This is somewhat believable with the arrival of this new CEO and the cost-cutting tactics that have been implemented at Gatwick especially on the CSM roles.
Also considering that the First Galleries closes at 3PM to reduce the cost of staff manning the lounge as there are no aircraft that leave with a First Cabin after 3PM.
Having tweeted them directly, they responded,
"None of the plans have been finalised so we can't really say as yet. We will notify all of our Executive Club members as soon as we confirm our plans"
This somewhat suggests that it is not good news....
---
Does anyone know if this is true or just wrong speculation????
If I was to guess on this speculation I would bet that it will have a large Concord Bar similar to the ones seen in DXB, IAD, SIN. Designed by Graven Design Agency
Dec 16, 2015, 5:34 pm
#439
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Having spoken to the cabin crew on my return flight to Gatwick today.
I went up to the galley and spoke to them about the move to the South Terminal scheduled for November 2016. They said there is to be no first class lounge facilities for any customers even if traveling in first or Gold card holders.
I went up to the galley and spoke to them about the move to the South Terminal scheduled for November 2016. They said there is to be no first class lounge facilities for any customers even if traveling in first or Gold card holders.
):"It is planned that British Airways will take several places in the South Terminal to combine into a bigger lounge with better facilities than the current lounge.
The move provides British Airways with a fantastic opportunity to invest in a world class lounge for our eligible customers, adding more space and impressive views across the runway.
The new lounge has been designed with full kitchen facilities and an exclusive area for our First and Gold Card holders"
Dec 18, 2015, 10:34 am
#440
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Having spoken to the cabin crew on my return flight to Gatwick today.
I went up to the galley and spoke to them about the move to the South Terminal scheduled for November 2016. They said there is to be no first class lounge facilities for any customers even if traveling in first or Gold card holders.
This seems unrealistic, almost impossible however seems it could be true when speaking to the CSM and a person on twitter.
This is somewhat believable with the arrival of this new CEO and the cost-cutting tactics that have been implemented at Gatwick especially on the CSM roles.
Also considering that the First Galleries closes at 3PM to reduce the cost of staff manning the lounge as there are no aircraft that leave with a First Cabin after 3PM.
Having tweeted them directly, they responded,
"None of the plans have been finalised so we can't really say as yet. We will notify all of our Executive Club members as soon as we confirm our plans"
This somewhat suggests that it is not good news....
---
Does anyone know if this is true or just wrong speculation????
If I was to guess on this speculation I would bet that it will have a large Concord Bar similar to the ones seen in DXB, IAD, SIN. Designed by Graven Design Agency
I went up to the galley and spoke to them about the move to the South Terminal scheduled for November 2016. They said there is to be no first class lounge facilities for any customers even if traveling in first or Gold card holders.
This seems unrealistic, almost impossible however seems it could be true when speaking to the CSM and a person on twitter.
This is somewhat believable with the arrival of this new CEO and the cost-cutting tactics that have been implemented at Gatwick especially on the CSM roles.
Also considering that the First Galleries closes at 3PM to reduce the cost of staff manning the lounge as there are no aircraft that leave with a First Cabin after 3PM.
Having tweeted them directly, they responded,
"None of the plans have been finalised so we can't really say as yet. We will notify all of our Executive Club members as soon as we confirm our plans"
This somewhat suggests that it is not good news....
---
Does anyone know if this is true or just wrong speculation????
If I was to guess on this speculation I would bet that it will have a large Concord Bar similar to the ones seen in DXB, IAD, SIN. Designed by Graven Design Agency
Dec 18, 2015, 11:28 am
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There will be some sort of provision specifically for First and Gold Card holders but it will be an area within the new lounge so that sounds more like the Concorde Bar concept. BA posted on Speedbird Club on 7th Dec (with the usual hyperbole ):
"It is planned that British Airways will take several places in the South Terminal to combine into a bigger lounge with better facilities than the current lounge.
The move provides British Airways with a fantastic opportunity to invest in a world class lounge for our eligible customers, adding more space and impressive views across the runway.
The new lounge has been designed with full kitchen facilities and an exclusive area for our First and Gold Card holders"
):"It is planned that British Airways will take several places in the South Terminal to combine into a bigger lounge with better facilities than the current lounge.
The move provides British Airways with a fantastic opportunity to invest in a world class lounge for our eligible customers, adding more space and impressive views across the runway.
The new lounge has been designed with full kitchen facilities and an exclusive area for our First and Gold Card holders"
Full quote
London Gatwick lounge renovation
08 Dec, 2015
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As part of Gatwick Airport’s investment plan, the British Airways First and Terraces lounges at Gatwick will close for building work on the evening of 04 January 2016.
British Airways premium customers will be able to use the No.1 Lounge for the duration of the closures and the No.1 Lounge will be extended in order to offer additional space for our customers.
The No.1 Lounge facilities
Open daily from 0400 to 2200
The No.1 Lounge is located in the CIP lounge area on the third floor on the North Terminal departure lounge
No.1 hosts will allocate customers to lounges based on capacity
New British Airways lounge facilities
It is planned that British Airways will take several places in the South Terminal to combine into a bigger lounge with better facilities than the current lounge.
The move provides British Airways with a fantastic opportunity to invest in a world class lounge for our eligible customers, adding more space and impressive views across the runway.
The new lounge has been designed with full kitchen facilities and an exclusive area for our First and Gold Card holders.
Dec 20, 2015, 8:44 pm
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I guess BA will put up a notice on their website when the current lounge closes in a couple of weeks to remind passengers of the move to the No1 lounge, for the best part of a year. I have two forward bookings in January and March showing First lounge as an option on my flight itinerary (one just booked on Sunday night!!).
Dec 20, 2015, 9:56 pm
#446
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So will there be any enhancements for BA Silver/Golds in the No.1 lounge i.e. complimentary Champagne/Meals that you now pay for in the No.1 lounge?
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Dec 21, 2015, 1:51 am
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Dec 21, 2015, 12:10 pm
#450
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So as a CE passenger with no OW status, will my visit to this No 1 Lounge be complimentary when the BA lounge is out of commission? Just looking ahead as I will be passing through LGW maybe once a month starting in late January 2016.
Anyone have experience with this Lounge they care to share?
Thanks
Anyone have experience with this Lounge they care to share?
Thanks