Here, you’ll find everything you need to know about our routesetting schedule, including the layout of the centre, how we grade our problems and when they are reset.
We try to refresh our problems as often as possible, whilst giving climbers plenty of time to fully enjoy them and finish their projects. You can use the calendar below to see what we’re next setting and when.
We tag climbs with a number between 0-7 next the starting handhold. You don’t need to have both hands on separate starting holds, they can be matched. However, both feet must be off the ground before moving to another hold.
Climbs are graded one week after setting, allowing climbers to enjoy the challenge of climbing without grades.
Our volume rules are simple…
If you see a volume, the colour of holds will match the volumes. If they don’t match colours, they are not in!
We use a simple grading scale from 0 to 7, with 0 being the easiest and 7 the most challenging.
Climbs are graded by the routesetting team, often with input from other staff members when available. Grading typically happens at the end of the day after all climbs have been thoroughly tested. These grades may be adjusted later if there’s a unanimous decision that a climb is harder or easier than initially assessed.
Grading is highly subjective, and after an intensive two-day setting and testing process, mistakes can happen. If you have constructive feedback on a climb’s grade, let us know. We’re always happy to review and refine!
