March 2022 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 2827

Toughie No 2827 by Sparks

Hints and tips by Gazza

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

It’s been some considerable time since I had the pleasure of blogging a Sparks production so I was delighted to find him appearing on a Thursday.… Continue reading

DT 29949

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 29949

Hints and tips by StephenL

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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ***

Good morning everyone from a sunny deepest Devon.
If, like me, you rose this morning bright eyed and bushy tailed and with a spring in your step anticipating your fortnightly challenge with Mr T then you’re going to be a bit disappointed as I’m pretty sure this is not his work. Continue reading “DT 29949”

ST 3152

Sunday Telegraph Cryptic No 3152

A full review by crypticsue

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This puzzle was published on 20th March 2022

BD Rating – Difficulty *Enjoyment ****

Straightforward to solve (apart from the error in 27a) and easy to explain – the perfect crossword for a Sunday morning when it was too nice to stay indoors  Continue reading “ST 3152”

Toughie 2825

Toughie No 2825 by Donnybrook

Hints and tips by Miffypops


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Chris M Rating – Difficulty * – Enjoyment *****

A  teaser Toughie from Donnybrook, a popular setter who is guaranteed to bring a smile or two when solving Continue reading “Toughie 2825”