June 9, 2015 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 1409

Toughie No 1409 by Busman

Easy Peasy

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BD Rating – Difficulty *Enjoyment **

If you had been waiting at the bus stop for this Busman, then you would have been there since November 2013. Was it worth the wait? Only if you like your Toughies to be easier than a typical back-page puzzle.… Continue reading

DT 27823

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 27823

Hints and tips by Gazza

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ***

This was more of a sprint than a marathon but I enjoyed it and thought it was pretty good for a Tuesday. No pangram, no theme, no Nina – just a straight cryptic crossword.… Continue reading