June 28, 2018 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 2046

Toughie No 2046 by Stick Insect

Hints and tips by Bufo

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BD Rating – Difficulty **/***Enjoyment ***

This was fast becoming another easy solve to match those of the last two days when I suddenly started to struggle on the NW corner. Having finished it I can’t see why I should have struggled.… Continue reading

ST 2956

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2956

A full review by crypticsue

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This puzzle was published on 17th June 2018

BD Rating – Difficulty ***/****Enjoyment ****

Quite tricky for a Sunday – I wasn’t the only one to think so, and we all agreed about the  usual high level of enjoyment.… Continue reading

DT 28777

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28777

Hints and tips by Falcon

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BD Rating – Difficulty ***Enjoyment ****

Greetings from Ottawa, where temperatures that have been slightly cooler than normal are about to soar just in time for Canada Day on Sunday. Weekend temperatures are forecast to reach the mid-30s (Celsius) with the humidex hitting the mid-40s.… Continue reading