The Observer crossword from Mar 17, 2019
Another Everyman crossword that, luckily, didn’t frighten the horses.
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Everyman 3,778/10 March
It’s nearly two months now since our last, long-serving Everyman setter retired, and the offerings since then have been, let’s say, variable. This one, in my opinion at least, passes muster. The problem … Read more >>
Everyman 3,777
For those who’ve been following the progress of Everyman over the last few weeks, this one seems to be continuing in the same direction.
Everyman 3,776
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/everyman/3776.
Everyman 3,775
The Observer crossword from Feb 17, 2019
Not a crossword that could be finished during my Sunday brunch, I’m afraid. But – hurrah – I did finish it (without making any mistakes)! And, did I like it?
Everyman 3,774
It’s an Everyman, Jim, but not as we know it. If you haven’t been following proceedings, Colin Gumbrell, who produced the Everyman puzzle every week for a number of … Read more >>
Everyman 3,773
I was a little apprehensive about my task this week, following the previous setter’s retirement and the disappointment of last week’s interim puzzle. But I’m told someone else has now taken on the role, and this week’s puzzle is much more encouraging. Welcome and thank you to the new Everyman setter.
Everyman 3,772
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/everyman/3772.
Everyman 3,771
The Observer crossword from January 20, 2019
A truly sad day for crossword lovers. Rumour has it that this was Colin Gumbrell’s final contribution to the Observer series.
Everyman 3,770/13 January
The current Everyman setter is publishing his last puzzle today (20th January), so this one is my last chance to blog him. It’s been a lot of fun. Abbreviations cd … Read more >>
Everyman 3,769
Everyman has given us a gentle introduction to the New Year: totally fair clue constructions as always, and nothing too obscure.
Everyman 3,768
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/everyman/3768.
Everyman 3,767
The Observer crossword from Dec 23, 2018
I did this one on Christmas Eve after a day full of Trains, No Boats & Planes.
Despite being rather tired, I experienced no problems whatsoever. And so, it must have been Everyman Lite, I guess.
Everyman 3766/16 December
Only two more sleeps till Santa comes. Good job I have a pleasing and soothing puzzle from Everyman to help me contain my exuberance. A delightful crossword, with beautifully clear … Read more >>
Everyman 3,765
A fairly typical Everyman: nothing too obscure, but enough of a challenge to be enjoyable.