Author: tilsit
Setters and Bloggers Update – August 2022
Thank you to everyone who has sent puzzles to be featured in our various slots. I hope the feedback has been encouraging and will inspire you further.
We currently have enough NTSPP puzzles to run until mid-October, but our Rookie Corner puzzle stock is running slightly low. Continue reading “Setters and Bloggers Update – August 2022”
Big Dave – An Update
I want to update you on the latest news about BD. The previous update can be found here.
At the moment, Dave has now been moved to his local Cottage Hospital in Malvern, where he is currently resting and having his condition assessed and treated.… Continue reading
Big Dave – An Update
Just a short update to last month’s post about Big Dave’s health. Bloggers and setters: please read this post about the consequences for you.
BD is still in Hereford Hospital. At the moment he is in isolation as he has been in contact with someone currently suffering from COVID. Continue reading “Big Dave – An Update”
Site Housekeeping for July and August 2022 – for Bloggers and Setters
It looks like Big Dave will still be out of action for quite some time, so just a few bits of housekeeping for the next few weeks, and while the boss recovers.
Bloggers:
We’ll assume you are all doing your normal arranged sessions, unless you notify me.… Continue reading
DT 30029 (Hints)
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 30029 Hints)
The Saturday Crossword Club (hosted by Tilsit)
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Greetings from Warrington, a big thank you to Senf for holding the fort for the last few weeks. It’s been a bit crazy in work and I have also had a few other things to attend to. Continue reading “DT 30029 (Hints)”
Toughie 2870
Toughie No 2870 by Stick Insect
Hints and tips by Tilsit
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BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment *****
Greetings from the Warrington tropics!
I’m holding the fort for our Lovely Crypticsue who is meandering around the Emerald Isle for a few more days and will be back for the weekend.… Continue reading
Big Dave’s Crossword Blog
Some of you may be aware that BD suffered a fall on Sunday and is currently in hospital.
He is likely to be in for some time but he is in good spirits (well, for those who know BD well, this borders just above grumpy most of the time :) ).… Continue reading
DT 29993 (Hints)
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 29993 (Hints)
The Saturday Crossword Club (hosted by Tilsit)
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Greetings from Warrington, a sort of meh day where the weather’s feeling as out of sorts as the rest of us. Continue reading “DT 29993 (Hints)”
DT 29987 (Hints)
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 29987 Hints)
The Saturday Crossword Club (hosted by Tilsit)
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Greetings from Warrington and thanks to Senf for stepping in at short notice for the last two weeks. Continue reading “DT 29987 (Hints)”