Singer Richard Ashcroft says goodbye to Edinburgh as he enjoys pint in Wetherspoon pub
Singer Richard Ashcroft gave a sweet goodbye to his Edinburgh fans as he enjoyed a pint at the airport Wetherspoons.
Sharing an image on Instagram, the former frontman of The Verve enjoyed a beverage after wrapping up his opening performances for Oasis on Friday, Saturday and Tuesday night.
With around 70,000 fans at each gig, the singer said "salute Edinburgh" and said the experience will "live with him forever".
He said: "Salute Edinburgh. Cooling down at the airport, just wanted to thank everyone who came down to the shows and gave so much love.
"The people I met on the street with your kind words and positivity, it will live with me forever. See some of you again next year in Glasgow when we take the roof off the gaff.
"Peace and love forever, RA."
Fans were quick to share their thoughts after Richard shared the sweet message.
One person said: "People will talk about Oasis but you were their equal tonight."
A second said: "Absolute legend. Friday was amazing. Hopefully get tickets for Glasgow next year."
A third wrote: "Nice to meet you in Edinburgh sir Richard. It was a pleasure and you were fantastic at Murrayfield."
The star previously paid a visit to Portobello's seaside promenade before taking to the stage on Saturday night.
He posed up outside the amusements much to fans delight.
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Ashcroft won huge praise from fans after being picked to join Oasis on their huge sell-out Live 25 tour. Noel has even been spotted watching Ashcroft's sets before walking on stage himself.
Oasis kicked off the first of their three gigs in the capital on Friday night and also performed on Saturday and Tuesday.
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