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Oasis Promoter Granted Knebworth Park Events Licence as Return Rumours Swirl

The licence allows events for up to 125,000 people and performances until 03:00, fueling speculation about a possible Oasis return.

  • North Hertfordshire Council granted SJM Concerts a premises licence for Knebworth House on Saturday, which remains in place indefinitely. The promoter of the Oasis 2025 reunion tour secured the permit days before the 30th anniversary of the band's historic shows.
  • Rumours of a massive 2027 Oasis tour have intensified following the licensing news, with speculation suggesting "a return to Knebworth" may be part of the band's plans. The band famously performed there to a quarter of a million people in 1996.
  • The new premises licence allows for events of up to 125,000 people, permitting live music and dance performances until 3am. Applicants confirmed "A Traffic and Transport Management Plan will be produced and included in the Event Management Plan."
  • While event details remain unconfirmed, The Sun reported last month the band might play six nights at the estate in September 2027. Oasis previously denied Knebworth return rumours in 2024, stating they would not play there in the near future.
  • Knebworth House has hosted major acts including Queen, Sir Paul McCartney, and Metallica, with the venue marking the 40th anniversary of Freddie Mercury's final performance this weekend. Amid ongoing speculation, Liam Gallagher recently posted online: "We want MORE.
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The Comet broke the news on Thursday, August 6, 2026.
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