January 27, 2023 – Big Dave's Crossword Blog

Toughie 3000

Toughie No 3000 by ?

Hints and tips by Dutch

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

As you’ll find wonderfully hidden, this is the three thousandth toughie crossword! A landmark celebrated by a nice easy puzzle (I was worried it might be an ultra-toughie) with lovely surfaces throughout.… Continue reading

DT 30208

Daily Telegraph No 30208

Hints & Tips by LetterboxRoy

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

Hello Everyone, me again

Thank you to Gazza for rescuing me last week and to Mr Kitty & Senf for their patience and support

I enjoyed the succinct cluing and clever surfaces, thank you setter Continue reading “DT 30208”

DT 30203 (Full Review)

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 30203

A full review by crypticsue

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This puzzle was published on 21st January 2023

BD Rating – Difficulty **Enjoyment ***

A surprise return from Chalicea with, what I thought was, a slightly trickier Prize Puzzle than usual Continue reading “DT 30203 (Full Review)”