This puzzle was surprisingly mild for a John Grimshaw, and was able to answer a number of the clues without consulting my Chambers.
Sunday Times Cryptic No 5203 by David McLean — just ducky!
There are a couple unusual—even NHO—words here, but all was clued so cleverly and entertainingly well that my solve was a steady romp.
Quick Cryptic 3231 no by Jalna
A friendly puzzle from Jalna for all to enjoy.
Times Cryptic Jumbo 1774 (07th February 2026)
Quite a slow start but I speeded up and finished over two sessions.
Times Cryptic 29466 – Sat, 14 Feb 2026. Oenologically obscure
I struggled with the grape-treading clue. Otherwise, a very enjoyable Saturday.
Times Cryptic 29471
A tough but very witty and enjoyable puzzle, which I struggled with due to some deviousness (setter) and ignorance (solver).
Times Quick Cryptic No 3230 by Loon
There’s lots to enjoy in this third Quick Cryptic from Loon – some great clues and immaculate surfaces.
Fortnightly Weekend Quick Cryptic. This time it is Phil’s turn to provide the extra weekend entertainment. You can find the crossword here.
29470 A smooth operator
Time: 27:09 What a fantastic set of clues! If you’ve whizzed through biffing and blindly guessing, please go back through and appreciate the fine craftsmanship of ultra smooth surfaces and devious interplay of nouns and … Read more “29470 A smooth operator”
Quick Cryptic 3229 by Izetti
Lovely Izetti!
Times Cryptic 29469 – Cruciwords
I liked this crossword but I didn’t find it easy. The top half went in but the rest needed a second session to finish off. Midrange, I would say, which is just how I like it.