My second Filbert blog in a week, after last Thursday. No complaints – he’s always enjoyable.
Independent
Independent 11741 / Nimrod
We have a puzzle from Nimrod today making one of his few forays into the world of Independent crosswords. He is, of course, a prolific setter in other publications under a variety of … Read more >>
Independent 11,740/Twin
A delightful Bank Holiday puzzle from Twin, with concise and precise clueing accompanied by some delightful surfaces. Bravo. Abbreviations cd cryptic definition dd double definition cad clue as definition (xxxx)* anagram anagrind … Read more >>
Independent on Sunday 1,787 by Italicus
Italicus returns to round off our week
Independent 11,739 by Tees
An enjoyable puzzle from Tees as usual. The linked clues reference Star Trek’s “Bones” Dr McCoy but unless I’m missing something there isn’t enough in here to be called a … Read more >>
Independent 11738 / Phi
Phi makes his usual Friday appearance today. It’s a while since I have seen the crossword world’s favourite church screen, so welcome back REREDOS. I am not sure why ANGLED … Read more >>
Independent 11,737 by Filbert
Filbert provides our Thursday challenge.
Independent 11,736 by Eccles
Eccles returns to his regular Wednesday slot today after successfully straying into theme territory last week.
Independent 11,735 / Liari
Liari has set today’s Tuesday – or theme day – puzzle. I have had very little experience of solving or blogging work by this setter. It actually turned out to be a very … Read more >>
Independent 11,734 by Gila
Monday again? Where does the time go?
Independent on Sunday 1,786 by Tack
The puzzle is available to solve online or download here.
Independent 11,733 by Serpent
As the days get longer and longer – Serpent pops up with a puzzle to occupy some of those extended daylight hours. Always a pleasure and always a challenge. And usually something hidden … Read more >>
Independent 11,732 by Phi
Phiday’s mental exercise from our regular setter.
Independent 11,731 by Bluebird
A relatively infrequent sighting of Bluebird in the Indy today.
Independent 11,730 / Filbert
Filbert is occupying this week’s Wednesday spot. I thoroughly enjoyed this puzzle, which offered enough of a challenge for a mid-week solve and enough entertainment to brighten up my working day. I think … Read more >>