Putting the words to lights – crossword clues explained in plain English
Saturday’s puzzles alternate between Peter Chamberlain, who is also known as Cephas, and another setter
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 31085 (Hints)
The Saturday Crossword Club (hosted by Gazza)
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I thought that this was a tiny bit trickier than we normally get on a Saturday but it is full of fun. Thanks to the setter.
I’m providing hints for what I consider to be some of the harder clues. If you’re really stuck on one of the clues I haven’t hinted I may provide a bit more help.
Continue reading “DT 31085 (Hints)”
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This puzzle was published on 8th November 2025
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
Greetings from Kolkata.… Continue reading
Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 31079 (Hints)
The Saturday Crossword Club (hosted by Gazza)
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I don’t think there’s too much doubt about the identity of today’s setter and he’s given us an enjoyable puzzle.… Continue reading
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This puzzle was published on 1st November 2025
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
Greetings from Kolkata. A nice, lovely Saturday puzzle from the setter that I enjoyed solving and thereafter writing a review of the same for your kind perusal and significant feedback. Continue reading “DT 31073 (Full Review)”
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This puzzle was published on 25th October 2025
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
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This puzzle was published on 18th October 2025
BD Rating – Difficulty ** – Enjoyment ****
Greetings from Kolkata. A nice, lovely Saturday puzzle from NYDK that I enjoyed solving and thereafter writing a review of the same for your kind perusal and significant feedback.
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This puzzle was published on 11th October 2025
BD Rating –Difficulty ** – Enjoyment *****