Warwick Castle became the epicentre of rock history over the weekend as over 35,000 fans descended on the Castle grounds over four sunny days.
Fans witnessed a spectacular ensemble of musical excellence including three guitar legends Graham Coxon, Noel Gallagher, Johnny Marr.
The iconic fortress, steeped in centuries of heritage, was the perfect backdrop for a series of performances that will be remembered for years to come.
Thursday (July 18) kicked off with The Music of Hans Zimmer vs John Williams performed by the London Concert Orchestra, conducted by Anthony Inglis, with a firework finale fit for Hollywood.
On Friday, McFly stormed the stage to celebrate their 21st birthday, supported by The Hoosiers and the fun-loving Elvis fronted Nirvana tribute, Elvana.
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McFly performing at Warwick Castle (Image: Newsquest)
Danny Jones summed up the venue towards the beginning of their set when he said: "It's a pretty cool place, isn't it?"
Saturday lit up the sky with lasers as the crowd were transported back to the 90’s with an epic performance by Ministry of Sound Classical, supported by Sigma and Freemasons.
Sunday brought the highly anticipated performance by Noel Gallagher, the former Oasis lead guitarist and frontman of Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds.
Gallagher’s set featured a mix of new tracks and beloved anthems.
Noel Gallagher at Warwick Castle Live (Image: Craig Cantwell)
The crowd erupted as he launched into "Live Forever," creating a moment of collective euphoria that echoed across the castle grounds in a perfect open-air Amphitheatre.
Gallagher’s charismatic stage presence and the infectious energy of his band left an indelible mark on everyone in attendance.
Noel Gallagher at Warwick Castle Live (Image: Craig Cantwell)
The atmosphere was electric as Gallagher, Marr and Coxon strutted on stage.
Owen Kent, Director of Events at RG Live (Sony Music) said: “We are thrilled with the warm reception we have received this weekend in Warwick and want to thank all who have been involved in making this incredible event happen, especially the wonderful fans who came out in force to support us.
"We hope to be back very soon."
Throughout the four-day event, the weather remained sunny, enhancing the overall experience for attendees.
Families, friends, and music lovers of all ages basked in the warm glow of the sun and the unparalleled sounds of their favourite artists.
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The castle’s picturesque setting, combined with excellent food, drinks, and festival amenities, ensured that everyone enjoyed a comfortable and memorable weekend.
Attendees and artists alike praised the event for its organisation, atmosphere and the sheer quality of the performances.
Fans took to social media to share their excitement, posting photos and videos that captured the magic of the weekend.
The artists expressed their gratitude for the enthusiastic reception and the opportunity to perform in such a unique and historic venue.
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