Heathrow expansion ‘is threat to England’s largest surviving medieval barn’
Summary
England’s largest medieval timber barn, built in 1426 near Heathrow Airport, may be damaged by vibrations from planes if the airport expands. Authorities are accepting public comments on the expansion, which could threaten the barn’s survival and nearby villages.Key Facts
- The New Barn at Harmondsworth is England’s biggest surviving medieval timber barn, built in 1426.
- The barn is nearly 60 meters long, 12 meters wide, and 11 meters tall, with most original wooden timbers intact.
- Heathrow Airport plans to add a third runway, which would bring aircraft vibrations close to the barn.
- Campaigners warn these vibrations could cause serious damage or even destroy the historic barn.
- The government is consulting the public on changes related to Heathrow’s expansion until 1 September.
- The expansion would also demolish two villages and affect others with noise and vibrations.
- Some locals already experience strong vibrations and cracking in old houses near the airport.
- Critics argue that Heathrow and government agencies have not properly measured the vibrations’ effects.
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