Daily Telegraph Cryptic No 31393
Hints and tips by Huntsman
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BD Rating – Difficulty * Enjoyment ***
A chilly start here in Harpenden so there will be plenty of layers on for this afternoon’s game of ⛳️ which we should manage to complete in the dry before the arrival of a big bank of rain heading our way from the SW.
I thought today’s bit of Plumbing at the easy end of the Tuesday spectrum & certainly more straightforward than Heron’s puzzle yesterday. I’ll be interested to hear what others make of it because while it was pleasant enough I thought it lacked a bit of AP’s usual sparkle.
For any looking for a further challenge I’d strongly recommend Shabbo’s offering over in t’other place which is his usual classy puzzle & perfect for any looking to dip their toes into deeper waters – guaranteed not to get over waist height though. Whybird will be on hand to throw a rubber ring in if required.
As usual there is a selection of music to enjoy or ignore.
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