August 2018 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 2083

Toughie No 2083 by Elgar

Hints and tips by crypticsue

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

I have a note pinned on my office noticeboard that says ‘The next Elgar will be xxx’ so that I’ll remember to look for a theme based on that particular number.… Continue reading

DT 28827

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28827

A full review by gnomethang

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This puzzle was published on 25th August 2018

BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment **

Morning All! I found this a bit too straightforward for my taste but realise that this will please some people! Continue reading “DT 28827”

Toughie 2082

Toughie No 2082 by Micawber

Hints and tips by Bufo

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BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ****

I was running late today so I was happy that this Micawber puzzle was one of his gentler ones. I was fortunate in that it contains nothing that I haven’t met before. Continue reading “Toughie 2082”

ST 2965

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 2965

A full review by gnomethang

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This puzzle was published on 19th August 2018

BD Rating – Difficulty *Enjoyment ****

Morning All! This was a very fast solve for me but of the usual standard we have come to enjoy from Mr Greer.

Continue reading “ST 2965”

DT 28830

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 28830

Hints and tips by 2Kiwis

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

Kia ora from Aotearoa.
We’re back to our usual two person team again and the weather has been much more conducive to our regular outdoor activities this week.… Continue reading