Council urges Oasis fans not to travel to Murrayfield unless they have a ticket

Oasis fans are being urged to only travel to Murrayfield and the surrounding area if they have a ticket to the sold-out shows.

The band is due to begin their three-day run at the stadium on August 8 before returning on August 9 and August 12.

Up to 210,000 fans are expected to descend on the city, which is also simultaneously hosting the Edinburgh Fringe festival.

Edinburgh Council has appealed to those attending to “remember our residents”.

Extra trains, trams and buses will be put in place to accommodate the crowds, while key areas surrounding Murrayfield will be tidied up after each show.

Dedicated extra litter collectors will also be in place at Roseburn Park.

City of Edinburgh Council Leader Cllr Jane Meagher, said: “Excitement is building in Edinburgh for Oasis Live 25 as it’s our turn to witness rock history.

“With all of our partners in the city we’ve been planning for this for some time to make sure we’re ready to welcome thousands of Oasis fans over three nights.

“There will be extra trains, trams, and buses to accommodate concert goers, along with those attending our summer festivals. With this in mind, we urge you to plan ahead.

“We are keen for everyone to have an enjoyable experience, not only at the show, but on their way before and after. Whilst we relish hosting the biggest and best events and want everyone attending to truly enjoy themselves, it’s important that we remember our residents.

“We ask that visitors are considerate and respectful of them whilst enjoying our fantastic capital city. We’re urging people to only travel to Murrayfield and the surrounding area if you have a ticket.”

ScotRail previously announced that extra carriages, as well as additional late-night services, will be added to routes heading to and from the capital.

Additional late-night services will operate from Edinburgh to Glasgow, Dundee, Dunblane, and Perth.

Haymarket station is also expected to be much busier than normal in the afternoon and early evening, with concertgoers being encouraged to walk to the station directly if they can.