Heathrow Expansion Could Shake 600-Year-Old Medieval Barn 'To Pieces,' Warns Heritage Expert

Justine Bayley, English Heritage's former archaeological scientist and chair of Stop Heathrow Expansion, warns that aircraft vibrations from an expanded Heathrow could shake Harmondsworth's 600-year-old barn "to pieces." Built in 1426 with over 95% original timber intact, the Grade I listed structure ranks alongside Westminster Abbey for significance. Public objections to the expansion consultation close 1 September 2026.