Toughie No 3789 by Shabbo
Hints and tips by Whybird
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BD Rating – Difficulty */2 – Enjoyment ****
Greetings from the Wirral. Grey, still and a little chilly today. At least that means the leaves are falling and staying put instead of being blown into the foliage trap that is my garden. Even the local tawny owls seem to have given up, and I had plenty of 8d opportunities to hear them overnight courtesy of Lord Alfie demanding to be let out.
Shabbo has given us a typically enjoyable and well-clued puzzle today, although I didn’t find it tough at all. Before tackling the puzzle, ensure you have scissors, a craft knife or something similar to hand – there is a fair amount of pruning to be done. 13a, 15a, 24d all occupy my podium places today, with 24d in top spot. Many thanks to Shabbo for easing us into the Toughie Week.
Please let us know how you fared and what you thought of the puzzle.