This week’s 11 x 11 crossword from the Guardian intended to teach cryptic crosswords, found here
Guardian Prize crossword No 29,847 by Vlad
Perhaps the toughest Prize puzzle that we can remember.
Independent 12,200 / Phi
Phi brings another suite of mid-week puzzles to an end in fine style.
Listener No 4891 Going Round in 3s by Samson
We see that this is Samson’s ninth Listener crossword and the second time he has set a circular one.
Guardian 29,852 – Paul
Another tricky one from Paul, where I had to look up a couple of unfamiliar references. I nearly gave up hope of explaining 15 across, but it came to me just in time. Thanks to Paul for the fun.
Financial Times 18,213 by STEERPIKE
A gentle challenge from STEERPIKE
3D Crossword Calendar – 2026
BBC’s Children in Need
Guardian Cryptic 29851 Serenos
Thank you to Serenos. Definitions are underlined in the clues.
Independent 12199 / Bluejacket
Bluejacket first appeared in the Independent in April. this year. This is puzzle number five.
Financial Times 18,212 by GURNEY
Gurney steps up to the plate this morning.
Independent 12,198 by Eccles
Our usual Wednesday setter is here again.
Financial Times 18,211 by MONK
Thanks to Monk for a superb challenge.
Guardian Cryptic crossword No 29,850 by Imogen
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/29850.
Inquisitor 1932: Linked by Chalicea
Chalicea – her clues are usually on the gentle side, but occasionally the endgame is not as easy …