In reply to Mick Ryan - UKClimbing.com:
I didn't think it was that elitist at all before the overhaul. As a lowly 6c on a good day type climber there was plenty to keep me busy. What I thought was really good was the lower grade routes (6a-6c)available on the competition wall.
These routes on the competition wall have now gone (mostly 7+ now) eliminating a whole wall from my scope. Bit unimpressed by that, but not all that surprised either.
They have, however, opened lead routes at grades 3-4 which is good for beginners.
Still, it's a great venue and I can't wait till they get the boulder room open as well. Plus its 10min from my work