I found it hard to finish 3 puzzles in one hour. The first two puzzles were OK, but half way through the third puzzle my mind began to shut down. I didn't think there were any really difficult clues.
Organisation was very good. Venue not so good. My companions, who didnot take part in the competition, explored Cheltenham town centre which they did not find very inspiring. In particular, they gave the "Raymond Blanc cafe " zero stars.
We got stuck outside Oxford on the Headingly roundabout for a whole hour on the way back. Does any one know of a Web site route planner which includes potential holdups?
I enjoyed the lecture afterwards. I thought Colin Dexter and Sebastian Faulks both very funny.
Have yet to receive results.
Aperio