In reply to hms:
That's true, but it doesn't necessarily make it right.
The Land Owner of Blue Scar is putting these conditions in place for liability reasons. However, at least he is still allowing climbing. It won't be long before other land owners prevent access as a result of "liability concerns". In other words, and in my opinion, they don't want the great unwashed on their land.
It's quite ironic really. I remember articles in the mags in the eighties, particulalry OTE, God rest its soul, about such problems in North America and restricted or no access to crags on private land. At the time, all the UK commentators were all of the belief that it would never happen here in the British Isles.
Well here we are, 2011, in such a situation, sanctioned by the BMC.
I can see the point of view of land owners, protecting their investment, income, family property etc. But where does it stop? Answers on a postcard....
Regards,
Rich.