Arctic Monkeys fans launch campaign to get band iconic Knebworth Park gig

Arctic Monkeys fans are petitioning for the British band to play a show at the legendary Knebworth Park.

The band are in the midst of a UK arena tour celebrating the release of their latest album Tranquillity Base Hotel & Casino and currently have no dates scheduled for next year.

Fans have launched a campaign for the Sheffield group to follow in the footsteps of The Rolling Stones, Queen, Led Zeppelin and Oasis by playing a historic gig at the 125,000 capacity venue.

The petition, launched on Change.org, reads: “Arctic Monkeys have established themselves as a truly iconic British band.

“Having released their ambitious sixth album earlier this year, followed by an astounding run of recent live performances, it's time for Arctic Monkeys to join the list of legendary artists (Led Zeppelin, Oasis, The Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, Queen and more) to perform at Knebworth Park.”

It concludes: “A concert (or series of concerts) at the legendary outdoor venue would be a worthy celebration of the greatest British band of this century.

“The event would also allow the band to select a range of excellent artists to perform alongside them, creating an unmissable music festival.”

The petition has amassed 131 signatures to date, with a goal of hitting 200 to help it get recognised by the group.

The rockers have been nominated for a Mercury Prize at this year's annual ceremony.

The campaign has been launched by the team behind the petition launched earlier this year which called on the BBC to commission an Arctic Monkeys live concert special.