Oasis fans didn’t let their lack of tickets stop them from trying to see Liam and Noel Gallagher perform in their hometown as they stormed the fence at Heaton Park
Some ticketless Oasis fans didn’t let the security and new fences around Manchester’s Heaton Park get in their way of seeing the Gallagher brothers as they stormed the barrier. Liam and Noel Gallagher returned to their hometown for their third show in front of 80,000 fans.
Those unlucky in bagging some of the most in demand tickets in music history have managed to still catch a glimpse of the action from a nearby hill. During the shows in Manchester, fans have flocked to ‘Gallagher Hill’ to watch and listen to the iconic band perform.
After hundreds gathered over the weekend, it seemed police and organisers wanted to crack down as a large fence appeared blocking the view. The large green fence and added security appeared to do little during last night’s show, however.
Some fans were spotted climbing over the massive fences as they ignored police warnings and attempted to get into the venue without a ticket. Others decided to stay put on Gallagher Hill despite the view being no more.
Fans scaled trees in order to get a better look at the Britpop band, while others arrived with foldout chairs and picnic blankets. Over the weekend, police cracked down on ticketless fans in the area as some tried to hop the fence in order to see the Gallagher brothers.
Greater Manchester Police reported six people had been arrested for trying to get into the shows with “fake accreditation”, while others had been caught trying to force their way through a perimeter fence. Oasis are set to play another two shows at Heaton Park on 19 and 20 July.
Images taken at the scene showed one man in handcuffs as a member of Greater Manchester Police escorted him away, while another was carrying a ladder.
Another image showed a line of police officers standing outside several entrances along the perimeter to stop people attempting to gain access for free.
However, those watching from a distance on Gallagher Hill appeared to be having the time of their lives as they heard Liam and Noel reunite.
It even caught the attention of Oasis guitarist Paul ‘Bonehead’ Arthurs, who is credited with reuniting Liam and Noel. He shared a video of fans enjoying the concert from outside the venue, alongside the caption: “No tickets needed,” alongside red heart emojis.
Greater Manchester Police have urged people without tickets not to travel to Heaton Park. The force added: “We would advise all fans travelling to and from the coming events to ensure they keep an eye out for information from our partners about transport options and road closures, allow enough time to get to the concert, keep hydrated and look out for each other.”
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Source: Mirror
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