Fury as killjoy ‘b******s' take drastic step to stop clever Oasis fans from watching band's reunion tour gigs for FREE
At the weekend hundreds of people without tickets realised they could see large screens near the stage in Heaton Park from a nearby hillock.
2
2
Some brought picnics while others enjoyed a drink as they danced the night away for free - while those inside Heaton Park had paid up to £400 for a ticket.
Yesterday the vantage point — dubbed Gallagher Hill — was screened off with a large green fence.
It sparked anger online from those hoping to see tonight's gig and others on Saturday and Sunday.
One said on X: 'B******s.
'It's not as if the concerts are losing money.'
'All the shows sold out", fumed someone else.
Manchester council said the site has been fenced off to 'dissuade people from gathering there and to protect livestock and newly-planted trees'.
At last weekend's gigs ticketless fans tried to get over security fences with a ladder.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mirror
25 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
'I am an Oasis super fan and I had my dream taken away after cruel move'
A long-time Oasis fan travelled from Wakefield with a group of friends for the Wednesday night (July 16) show, and was in front standing when says he was removed from the gig by security staff A long-time Oasis fan has been left gutted after being mistakenly "dragged" out of their Heaton Park gig, missing the long-awaited reunion he'd been yearning for. Lewis Burnage, a 26-year-old from Wakefield, had made the journey with mates to the Wednesday night (July 16) concert, securing a spot at the front. However, his excitement was cut short just four songs into Oasis' set when security, mistaking him for another group causing trouble with flares, ejected him from the event. A die-hard follower since his early teens, Lewis shelled out roughly £135 for his ticket during the general sale last year, eager to hear the tunes that had been the soundtrack to his life. He and his friend Tom, who were the only ones in their group with front standing tickets, entered their section separately, filled with anticipation after watching support acts Cast and Richard Ashcroft warm up the crowd. But as Oasis kicked off with 'Cigarettes and Alcohol', Lewis's dream night turned sour due to the actions of other revellers behind him. In a recent interview with the M. E. N, retail worker Lewis recounted: "Oasis came on it started to get very busy, I was having the best time of my life." "I was in front of the people letting off flares. We couldn't move, and security didn't seem too bothered at first, but then those guys let off more flares, the security came over, picked me up, and took me out. "My friend was asking security staff where they were taking me and they said they were moving me onto a different place," he said, reports the Manchester Evening News. "They didn't tell me why they had removed me, they just said they had to and dragged me from the crowd, and I was carried over the barrier. "Video shows about three of them carrying my arms and another my legs. Once they told me I was being removed, I started crying and some of the footage shows me becoming quite emotional." Footage making rounds on social media allegedly captures Lewis being escorted out by security, being pulled away from the front standing area. "They took me left, through the gate, through the exit wall, and then the exit gate and dropped me at the barrier. I asked for a supervisor multiple times but they said I had to leave. A man just said I had been removed for a reason, but didn't give a reason to me. "After that I just stayed at the gate and tried getting hold of a supervisor but they didn't listen so I tried to get hold of a friend, I was alone in a place I didn't know, couldn't get hold of him and had to wait on the street and listen to the show from there. "One of my mates rang me at the end and they come picked me up because it was too far to walk." Lewis recounted his ordeal, explaining that when he returned to the gate he had entered earlier that day, the staff were unable to assist him. He was informed that re-entry was not possible because he hadn't exited through that gate and should not have still been wearing his wristband after being removed. "It still hurts now to be honest, I was in shock and disbelief, and after all these years of waiting," he said. He expressed his concern about safety at concerts, stating, "They should not get these flares into gigs, It's dangerous and ruining peoples lives. It could have been far worse than a flare." Determined to seek answers, Lewis gathered evidence and took to social media, saying, "I've got all the evidence I could to find out as to why, and made a couple of posts on social media so people could see, I won't be the first that this happened to." Despite understanding that some are removed for drunkenness or disorderly conduct, he remains incredulous: "I know others get removed for being drunk or disorderly, and I do get it, but I just can't believe it happened to me, I didn't do anything." The incident left him so distressed that he confided, "When I got home, I took both days off. I've been distraught, I didn't want to deal with it, I just wasn't in the mindset." Lewis reached out to Showsec and SJM via email, seeking an explanation. Showsec requested further details such as date and time, while SJM confirmed they would initiate an investigation within 28 days, a timeframe Lewis noted would be too late for any Oasis shows. He provided Showsec and SJM, the organisers of the Oasis concerts, with detailed information about where and when the incident occurred, and explained that it was men behind him who had set off smoke flares. A spokesperson for Showsec's customer service team addressed Lewis' grievance on Friday (July 18), expressing regret and requesting further details to look into the incident, including specifics about the time, location, and staff involved. In a similar vein, an SJM Concerts representative acknowledged Lewis' complaint on both Friday and Saturday, assuring that they would conduct a thorough investigation and provide a response within a maximum of 28 days. "It's still an open wound, it's hard to say, speaking about it gets me quite upset, I've just tried to keep positive. But I have bruises and skin burns along my arms and body from the security. I waited a lifetime to see Oasis and they have taken my dream away from me."
Daily Mail
25 minutes ago
- Daily Mail
Dr Ranj looks shares loved up snaps with boyfriend as they attend friend's lavish wedding - months after THAT 'hard launch'
and his new boyfriend James Colebrook looked happier than ever as they celebrated a pal's wedding anniversary on Saturday night. The former This Morning star, 45, who quit the ITV show in 2022 after 10 years, shared a slew of loved-up snaps of the pair at the swanky event. The couple, who went Instagram official in January looked very relaxed in the photos, as they cosied up to each other and smiled for the camera. Dr Ranj looked suave in chic black waistcoat and trousers, with a drink in hand, whilst James went all out in an open-necked blazer. Both men opted for silver accessories, with Raj choosing a chunky link necklace, whilst James donned an intricate chain which he wore over the top of his blazer. Alongside the pictures, Dr Ranj wrote: 'Yesterday we celebrated LOVE… The former This Morning star, 45, who quit the ITV show in 2022 after 10 years took to Instagram to share a slew of loved-up snaps of the pair at the swanky event Thank you so much for having us @mrsukisandhu & Manuel. What a night!!! And seeing the superb @ollyalexander perform was the icing on the cake!' A reminder that despite everything that's going on in this crazy world, there is still so much to be grateful for'. Taking place at The Ned, in London, the night was for Audeliss & INvolve CEO Suki Sandhu and his husband Manuel who were celebrating their crystal wedding anniversary. The lavish ceremony included drag queens, dancers, candlelit dinners, a silver throne and custom made outfits. Among the celebrity guests included June Sarpong, plus a private performance from Olly Alexander. Speaking to camera, the Years and Years singer said: 'What an amazing moment that was. I loved it so so much. The energy, the vibes, To celebrate the Crystal Chic Vogue Ball is just a dream, I loved it so much. I'm so happy to celebrate you guys. Mwah!' Dr Ranj's new man James describes himself on Instagram as a presenter, actor, fitness expert and GamerCoach. The ITV star revealed his new relationship back in January when he shared some sweet pictures of the pair kissing. on New Years Eve. Speaking to camera after he came off stage, the Years and Years singer said: 'What an amazing moment that was. I loved it so so much. The energy, the vibes... I loved it so much' At the time he said he was 'hard launching' his new boyfriend on social media as they were excited to start 2025 together. He penned: 'I think this is what the kids call a 'hard launch'… Sometime the universe gives you what you NEED, rather than what you WANT. 'Starting 2025 the way it was meant to be. Happy new year love!' The news comes after it was revealed Dr Ranj will be appearing on Quiz programme, Celebrity Puzzling, as a celebrity guest. The beloved game show is set to return to screens as Carol Vorderman makes an epic TV comeback with Jeremy Vine and Sally Lindsay. Each week will see a different star join the teams and tackle a variety of puzzles and problems. Dr Ranj will join Stephen Bailey, Miles Jupp, Shaun Williamson, Les Dennis, Gareth Malone, John Thomson, Dom Joly, Russell Kane, Melvin Odoom, Paul Sinha, David James, Ore Oduba, Scarlett Moffatt, Sam Quek and Rav Wilding. Carol commented on her new TV role and revealed she 'loves' brainteasers. 'I'm so excited to be a team captain on Celebrity Puzzling,' she said. 'Finally, all those years of loving numbers, words and brainteasers are about to pay off! Well, I hope that they are.' The broadcaster added: 'Joining forces with my brilliant and really good mate Sally Lindsay, and with the ever-clever Jeremy Vine keeping us all in line, it's going to be a battle of brains… and I'm going to be fighting all the way, of course!'
The Sun
25 minutes ago
- The Sun
Lewis Capaldi fans spot surprising way to nab tickets to sold out tour – here's how YOU can too
LEWIS Capaldi fans have spotted a surprising way to nab tickets for his sold out tour - and here's how. In June, the Scots singer, 28, revealed that he was hitting the road in Septembe r for a string of huge arena gigs 4 4 4 While tickets are sold out, there is an unconventional way for fans to secure premium tickets - and it involves Greggs. Fans must visit one of five selected Greggs shops across London, Manchester, Glasgow, Birmingham and Sheffield. Greggs wrote on Instagram: "Looking for a chance to bag a FREE pair of premium tickets to @LewisCapaldi's completely SOLD-OUT UK TOUR? "Get yourself down to one of five selected Greggs shops in your BEST Capaldi cosplay to be in with a chance to nab the exclusive tickets. "With just 25 pairs available at each shop, only those who truly capture Lewis' iconic sense of fashion will be eligible to join the queue and have a chance to win... "Before you go... check out the shops and dates below!" First up is on July 22, from 6pm at Glasgow's 393 Sauchiehall Street, and Salford's Media City shops. Then, London's 1 Leicester Square and Birmingham's Bullring Shopping Centre outlets - from 6pm on July 23. Rounding it out is Sheffield's Meadowhall Retail Park, which will be July 24 from 6pm. Lewis Capaldi reveals he reached 20st & is on anti-psychotic medication after Glastonbury breakdown Another added: "I am SO here for this." While a third shared: "The Gregg's collab is iconic." Recently, Lewis opened up about his troubling 2023 Glastonbury set, in which he couldn't sing after struggling with Tourettes and anxiety from which he then took a two-year hiatus. Lewis said the performance was a wake-up call after neglecting his mental and physical health for years. He told The Sun at the time: "I think I probably knew two songs into the set at Glastonbury that I couldn't do it. "I was on stage and I was on complete autopilot. In my head I was feeling a thousand miles away and I watched it back and I feel sad. As far as I was concerned, I was done indefinitely. "I didn't take a break to just focus on getting better. I took a break because I needed a break to release the pressure value a little bit." The star ultimately made a triumphant return to music at Glastonbury 2025. In a heart-warming video posted on his social media, he revealed his true feelings surrounding the burn-out. Speaking from the heart, he told fans: "One word to describe how I'm feeling now is... spectacular." Looking back over his Glastonbury experience in 2023, he admitted: "This should be like, a really happy moment, and it isn't. "I'm like, achieving my dream here. If there was a film about being a singer, and starting as a kid, and they'd be like, Oh, I'd love to be a singer one day and perform in front people, I've done it. "I've got to the end of the film and it's not how I thought it was going to be. "And all these people are singing at me and I feel 1,000 miles away there, and I watch it back and actually feel sad. "Second song in, I was probably just thinking, this has to be it, like... I can't keep doing this to myself. "As far as I was concerned, it was like, I'm done. I didn't take a break to just focus on getting better. "I took a break because I needed a break and to sort of release the pressure valve a little bit."
