Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
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Is it really six years since, in a moment of weakness, I set up this blog, with the first post published on the following day? The average number of pageviews each day now exceeds 16,000 – can any other crossword-related blog come close to matching that?
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BD Rating - Difficulty **** - Enjoyment ****
Psst... don't tell the boss, but for the most part I thought this was a lovely puzzle from Excalibur. I like her short clues with their vivid surface readings and imagery, and had fun figuring out the wordplay.
Just checking that you've all booked tickets for Saturday...
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment **
We have another typical Tuesday puzzle with not much to raise the blood pressure or have us rolling in the aisles.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
Coventry RFU won their sixteenth game on the trot as they whupped Cinderford on Saturday.… Continue reading
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As is usual for the weekend prize crosswords, I will select a number of the more difficult clues and provide hints for them.… Continue reading
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As is usual for the weekend prize crosswords, an assortment of clues, including some of the more difficult ones, have been selected and hints provided for them.
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BD Rating – Difficulty ***** – Enjoyment *****
Today is that one time in the month when we are treated to a proper Toughie.… Continue reading
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BD Rating – Difficulty *** – Enjoyment ***
Good morning from South Staffs on a cold and frosty morning.… Continue reading