It has become a tradition for fans to visit Old Trafford on Feb 6th each year to pay their respects to those who perished in the crash. People come and go all day, trying to fit in with their other work and personal commitments. Some leave flowers and poems, some just stand silently, alone with their own thoughts.

The focal point of the day is The Memorial Plaque at 3:04pm where fans gather to honour the victims. In February 2000, United fan Gez Mason commemorated the anniversary of the crash by singing The Flowers of Manchester under the memorial. He has continued to do this every year. In 2006 (and every year since), Gez has been joined by United fan Pete Martin, one half of comedy/folk duo Hanky Park.

Another tradition that was started by Gez in 2000 (and continued by Pete) is to sing The Flowers of Manchester under the Memorial Plaque one hour before the match closest to the anniversary of the crash. This is not a solo performance – fans are encouraged to join in

Since 2008, The Flowers has been followed by Fifty Years – a song written by Pete. The song is simply his tribute to The Babes.