Here are some exciting news, updates and what's coming next

We were disheartened when we missed the end of October deadline for the Stroud Funding due to a lack of location. But we now think it may have been a blessing in disguise.

• We are now liaising with the Long Table/Grace Network to see if we could locate our pilot gym there.
• We've handed in a draft proposal and will be working together to finalise.
• It will be located on the first floor of the Sanctuary building, first left as you enter Brimscombe Mill.

We will keep you updated on the progress.

We had a meeting with the CEO of the Association of British Climbing Walls and they are very excited by some of the innovation that's happening in this project which solves many issues that they've long seen as a problem in this industry.

We reached the panel meeting stage with UnLtd - a charitable organisation which support social entrepreneurs with funding, business support and investment. It's a highly competitive process just to get to a panel stage so we're feeling fairly confident. We will know the result on the 16th this month.

Once again, many thanks for your continued support and patience as we gradually inch closer to the top.

Core Team