The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/everyman/3641.
Month: July 2016
Independent 9,290 by Anax
One doesn’t tend to expect an easy ride if you happen to draw an Anax on a Saturday. I have to put my hands up and admit this one was far beyond me. … Read more >>
Enigmatic Variations 1234 Portrait by Gila
Puzzle 1234 – whilst not a round number a nice one. This brings a puzzle from Gila with a portrait to be found. Additional words in clues interspersed with extra letters in wordplay … Read more >>
Guardian Prize 26,938 / Brummie
When blogging a Prize puzzle, I usually like to solve it in one session [if possible!] and blog it immediately and so I wasn’t intending to attempt the puzzle last Saturday, as … Read more >>
Independent 9,289 by Phi
The usual nice crossword from Phi today, with some excellent clues, such as 7ac and 1dn. I am a little unsure about 13dn, which will I’m sure be explained in due course.
Guardian Cryptic 26,943 by Imogen
A tough and enjoyable solve with several unfamiliar words. Favourites 11ac, 14ac and 17dn – thanks, Imogen.
Financial Times 15,299 by BRADMAN
I thought this was on the tougher side of Bradman’s usual offerings. A lot of good solid clues, with some that were made difficult by me not knowing the word. All in all a good workout. Thanks Don!
Financial Times 15,298 by ORENSE
Better late than never??
Guardian 26,942 – Picaroon
A topical puzzle from Picaroon…
Independent 9288 / Hob
We had the pleasure of blogging the most recent Hob puzzle last month, and fate has landed him at our door again this week. The theme to today’s puzzle became fairly obvious early … Read more >>
Financial Times 15,289 – Dante
Monday Prize Crossword / Jul 11, 2016
Dante left most of his cryptic definitions at home, instead overloaded us with anagrams.
Financial Times 15,288 by Mudd
Prize puzzle from the Weekend FT of July 9, 2016
Financial Times 15,297 by JULIUS
I enjoyed this, but there is one I can’t get and one not fully explained. I am away from home writing this from a hotel room. I have to leave soon and I am not sure if I will be able to update the blog again today. Please add your own explanations on the comments section. Thank you Julius.
Guardian Cryptic 26,941 by Arachne
A pleasant challenge from Arachne
Independent 9,287 / Hoskins
Today was my first opportunity to solve and blog a puzzle by Hoskins, on a day when I was expecting to meet Dac’s latest offering. I very much enjoyed this puzzle, which I … Read more >>