Thanks to Paul for the puzzle – I especially liked 12ac, 25,24 and 26,20…
Guardian
Guardian 30077 / Omnibus
Omnibus presents us with a challenge today.
Guardian Cryptic crossword No 30,075 by Carpathian
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/30075.
Guardian Quick Cryptic Special July 2026
This puzzle was published in the puzzle extra booklet on 25 July and could be downloaded from the Guardian Editions app on the day (requires an e-subscription with the Guardian). I haven’t checked if the Guardian Archives app allows access.
Guardian Quiptic 1,393/Chandler
Chandler has a well-crafted Quiptic for us this morning which should appeal to improving solvers and perhaps attract new ones.
Guardian Genius No 277 by Soup
A stunning double puzzle using a novel device (and a misleading pseudonym)
Guardian Quick Cryptic 122 by Budmo
This week’s 11 x 11 crossword from the Guardian intended to teach cryptic crosswords, found here
Guardian Jumbo 25th July 2026 / Paul
This blog is for a one-off Guardian Jumbo that appeared in a printed Puzzles supplement on Saturday 25th July.
Guardian Prize Crossword No 30,068 by Paul
Paul is in fine form on rather a tough solve, I thought.
I hope that I have managed to explain everything adequately.
Guardian Cryptic crossword No 30,073 by Brockwell
The puzzle may be found at https://www.theguardian.com/crosswords/cryptic/30073.
Guardian 30,072 / Enigmatist
It’s Enigmatist!
Guardian Cryptic crossword No 30,071 by Brendan
Thanks Brendan for a tricky and very enjoyable solve.
Guardian 30,070: Pangakupu
Thanks to Pangakupu for another expertly-crafted puzzle.
Guardian Cryptic crossword No 30,069 by Vulcan
A gentle Vulcan to start the week.