'It's not fair it's happening here - why's it not in an arena?'

There's no escaping the enormity of what Heaton Park will witness this summer.

After a 16-year wait, Burnage's favourite sons will reunite for a tour many believed would never happen. Oasis will play in the same location as their last Manchester performance.

Coachloads of devoted fans will descend, bussed in from towns across the country , while others will arrive by tram or on foot. Up to 400,000 people are expected to witness history being made across five nights in July.

The gigs will come less than a month on from Parklife festival, headlined by 50 Cent and Charli XCX, and Catfish and the Bottleman next Friday (June 13).

Those living near to Heaton Park are no strangers to such major events. They are used to the road closures , the rumble of bass and the stream of music lov