Edinburgh Oasis Murrayfield: Key road closures and restrictions for gigs
The Oasis brothers are back on stage and they're bringing their much-anticipated Live '25 tour to Scottish fans in just a few days. This will be the first time the band has performed north of the border since 2009.
The Britpop legends will be belting out their biggest hits like 'Wonderwall' and 'Live Forever' at Scottish Gas Murrayfield on Friday, August 8, Saturday, August 9, and Tuesday, August 12.
The reunion tour is set to be the talk of the town, particularly as the capital will be buzzing that weekend with the Edinburgh Fringe also taking place. With this in mind, fans should take note of the road closures around Murrayfield.
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Fortunately, we have detailed information on road closures and temporary restrictions, specifically around Murrayfield, to help you navigate your way. We've also listed wider road closures around the city centre below.
It's worth noting that there is no public parking available at Scottish Gas Murrayfield. Fans decked out in bucket hats and parkas should instead make use of Park and Ride facilities and public transport such as buses and trams, reports the Daily Record.
Regular bus departures will be available from Murrayfield Road for up to an hour after the concert.
Key road closures.
Police Scotland have indicated that the main road closures relate to Roseburn Street, which runs along the east of the stadium, and Riversdale Bridge, which provides access to Murrayfield by crossing the Water of Leith from the north-west.
With the railway line to the south and the Water of Leith to the west, tens of thousands of party-goers will be using these two access points as they make their way into Murrayfield.
Roseburn Street will be closed:.
From 2pm on August 8 until 12:30am on August 9.
From 2pm on August 9 until 12:30am on August 10.
From 2pm on August 12 until 12:30am on August 13.
People must have a parking attendant's permission or permit to wait or unload on both sides of Roseburn Street from Westfield Road to its junction with Roseburn Avenue and from Roseburn Terrace to Roseburn Place:.
From 10am on August 8 until 12:30am on August 9.
From 10am on August 9 until 12:30am on August 10.
From 10am on August 12 until 12:30am on August 13.
Riversdale Bridge will be closed:.
From 2pm on August 8 until 12:30am on August 9.
From 2pm on August 9 until 12:30am on August 10.
From 2pm on August 12 until 12:30am on August 13.
Murrayfield closures for Oasis.
Roads around Murrayfield, including Riversdale Crescent, Riversdale Road, Saughtonhall Circus, Saughtonhall Terrace, Roseburn Avenue, and Baird Drive, are likely to have closures in place before and after the event.
2pm to 12.30am.
2pm to 8pm then 9.30pm to 12.30am.
5.30pm to 7.30pm then 9.30pm to 12.30am.
9.30pm to 12.30am.
Pedestrian closures.
9.30pm to 12.30am.
City Centre closures for all August events.
High Street, St Giles' Street, Parliament Square and Cockburn Street.
These streets will be inaccessible between August 1 and August 24 as the Fringe and Tattoo kick off.
Vehicles will be barred from access between 10.30am and 9pm during this period, with loading and unloading permitted from 9pm until 10.30am.
The sole exception is St Giles' Street, which will be shut from 10.30am until midnight, or until 9pm on Sundays.
Those in need of a loading spot during these dates should head to the east-west section of St Giles' Street, accessible via Bank Street.
George Street.
A segment of the road between Hanover Street and Frederick Street will be off-limits to all vehicles from July 24 until August 26. Only pedestrians and cyclists will be allowed on this street.
All servicing, loading and unloading must take place at the Hanover Street side of the closure. This area will be designated for this purpose daily between 6am and 8am.
(Image: Murrayfield)
(Image: Edinburgh City Council)
(Image: Edinburgh City Council)
Johnston Terrace.
This street will face significant disruption in the coming months, with the road set to be closed from July 30 until September 7. The road will be inaccessible to all vehicles at various times until August 23.
These are:.
Vehicles will also be banned from servicing, loading and unloading during specific hours from August 23 until September 7.
This restriction will be in force from 6.30am until 10.30am, with no entry into or from Lawnmarket.
Blair Street, Cowgate and East Adam Street.
All of these areas will see closures at different times from July 28 until August 26. Motorists will not be able to access Blair Street from South Bridge for 30 metres westwards.
The typical one-way system will be put on hold during these dates. Plus, a designated area at the northern end of the north-south section will be arranged for loading and turning.
Cowgate will be restricted on the same dates between the junctions with Candlemaker Row and Blackfriars Street. The area will be closed to all vehicles from 3pm to 5am daily, with only cyclists allowed.
During these hours, residents can enter and exit via Guthrie Street. Meanwhile, East Adam Street will be shut at the junction with The Pleasance.
Lawnmarket.
This area will be off-limits to drivers between Castlehill and George IV Bridge from July 31 to September 7. Only pedestrians and cyclists will be permitted, with no vehicle access allowed.
Servicing, loading and unloading will take place from the eastern end of Johnston Terrace. This can be accessed via Johnston Terrace and will be open every day from 6.30am to 10.30am.
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