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DT 31339

Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 31339

Hints and tips by Huntsman

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BD Rating – Difficulty *  Enjoyment ****

Well it’s been a damp start to the day here in Harpenden and there seems to be plenty more to come. Fortunately tomorrow looks ok for ⛳️ which I’m looking forward to having shot my lowest gross score for 3 years yesterday – no doubt a freakish aberration.

Today we have the usual gentle Tuesday puzzle from Anthony Plumb which  as ever is nicely clued throughout & very enjoyable. I thought it a little trickier than yesterday so I’ll be interested to see what others make of it.

Ray T is on duty over in t’other place with a very gentle anagram free Beamer that really isn’t more, if at all, difficult than this one so well worth having a stab at. Whybird is on hand with some afternoon tunes & to provide a nudge if required.

As usual there is a selection of music to enjoy or ignore.

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