March 18, 2018 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

MPP-070 Review

Monthly Prize Puzzle 070

March 2018

A puzzle by Phibs

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Connect 5

 

The preamble said: The solutions to five consecutive clues (with spaces inserted appropriately) provide the clue for 11 across. What is the solution to this clue?

Congratulations to Jez Wagg, whose name was drawn from the electronic hat by Mrs BD and so wins their choice of a Telegraph Puzzle Book

Definitely a competition-level crossword – I’ve had some easier solving experiences in ‘Times Towers’.… Continue reading

ST 2943 (Hints)

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2943 (Hints)

Hints and tips by Senf

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A very good Sunday morning from Winnipeg – where, yesterday with glorious sunshine outside, I watched Spurs cruise into the FA Cup semi-finals followed by Stoke City, trying to avoid sliding out of the Premier League, playing, and losing to, Everton in on and off blizzard conditions.… Continue reading