It’s made my day to discover that “Herbert the koala” is an anagram of “Heartbreak Hotel”.
#CrypticCrossword
#CrypticCrossword
January 13, 2026 at 9:57 AM
It’s made my day to discover that “Herbert the koala” is an anagram of “Heartbreak Hotel”.
#CrypticCrossword
#CrypticCrossword
What a blissful sunny Sunday looks like for me … have a lovely day folks! 🫶
#crossword #crypticcrossword #naturism #nude #naked #sunbathing #relaxing #metime #happy #nsfw #adult
#crossword #crypticcrossword #naturism #nude #naked #sunbathing #relaxing #metime #happy #nsfw #adult
June 28, 2026 at 9:07 AM
What a blissful sunny Sunday looks like for me … have a lovely day folks! 🫶
#crossword #crypticcrossword #naturism #nude #naked #sunbathing #relaxing #metime #happy #nsfw #adult
#crossword #crypticcrossword #naturism #nude #naked #sunbathing #relaxing #metime #happy #nsfw #adult
Themeatically appropriate #CrypticCrossword clue in the i Weekend.
"Lines or line delivered by one emerging from closet (5)"
"Lines or line delivered by one emerging from closet (5)"
September 27, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Themeatically appropriate #CrypticCrossword clue in the i Weekend.
"Lines or line delivered by one emerging from closet (5)"
"Lines or line delivered by one emerging from closet (5)"
All set for a morning Maskarade preceded by a lovely game with Dice 🎭 🎲 #crypticcrossword
April 4, 2026 at 9:00 AM
All set for a morning Maskarade preceded by a lovely game with Dice 🎭 🎲 #crypticcrossword
AI solving yesterday's Minute #crypticcrossword clue
September 25, 2025 at 12:18 PM
AI solving yesterday's Minute #crypticcrossword clue
September 30, 2026 at 6:01 AM
Who is coming along to this? #crypticcrossword #acad
Hope to meet up with some #cryptic #crossword folks IRL this June
May 29, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Who is coming along to this? #crypticcrossword #acad
February 5, 2026 at 7:36 PM
#crypticcrossword
I don't think @unchcrosswords.com are on Mastodon, but I posted the following regarding barred/Listener crosswords:
bsd.network/web/@thomasa...
I don't think @unchcrosswords.com are on Mastodon, but I posted the following regarding barred/Listener crosswords:
bsd.network/web/@thomasa...
Thomas Adam (@thomasadam@bsd.network)
#crypticcrossword
I tend to stick to the Guardian, FT, and Indy as my solves during the week -- so-called "dailies".
The wonderful fiftensquared blog site includes crosswords which are barred -- su...
bsd.network
July 19, 2026 at 4:09 PM
#crypticcrossword
I don't think @unchcrosswords.com are on Mastodon, but I posted the following regarding barred/Listener crosswords:
bsd.network/web/@thomasa...
I don't think @unchcrosswords.com are on Mastodon, but I posted the following regarding barred/Listener crosswords:
bsd.network/web/@thomasa...
My first grid for a national paper - Independent Cryptic No 12,103 is now playable!
puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...
#independent #cryptic #crossword #crypticcrossword #ouroboros
puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...
#independent #cryptic #crossword #crypticcrossword #ouroboros
The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent
Play The Independent's Cryptic Crossword instantly online. The Independent's Cryptic Crossword is a fun and engaging Online game from The Independent. Play it and other games from The Independent.
puzzles.independent.co.uk
July 24, 2025 at 9:15 AM
My first grid for a national paper - Independent Cryptic No 12,103 is now playable!
puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...
#independent #cryptic #crossword #crypticcrossword #ouroboros
puzzles.independent.co.uk/games/crypti...
#independent #cryptic #crossword #crypticcrossword #ouroboros
Snippet of my latest solve of a fantastic, twisty, mini cryptic from @henriwords.com - watch the full solve here: youtu.be/mH-iu0MM7ns #crypticcrossword
July 17, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Snippet of my latest solve of a fantastic, twisty, mini cryptic from @henriwords.com - watch the full solve here: youtu.be/mH-iu0MM7ns #crypticcrossword
A #crypticcrossword clue:
Commercial port has a calendar (6)
Commercial port has a calendar (6)
February 17, 2025 at 11:51 AM
A #crypticcrossword clue:
Commercial port has a calendar (6)
Commercial port has a calendar (6)
I made a philosophy cryptic crossword for our postgrad reading party last week. A few people asked about it, so I shared it with @dailynous.com, and it's now available on the Heap of Links: dailynous.com/wp-content/u...
So if you're a special kind of nerd, check it out!
#PhilSky #CrypticCrossword
So if you're a special kind of nerd, check it out!
#PhilSky #CrypticCrossword
dailynous.com
February 24, 2026 at 5:17 PM
I made a philosophy cryptic crossword for our postgrad reading party last week. A few people asked about it, so I shared it with @dailynous.com, and it's now available on the Heap of Links: dailynous.com/wp-content/u...
So if you're a special kind of nerd, check it out!
#PhilSky #CrypticCrossword
So if you're a special kind of nerd, check it out!
#PhilSky #CrypticCrossword
My second #YouTube recommendation is the weekly solve of the Times #CrypticCrossword by Simon Anthony on #CrackingTheCryptic. He never assumes knowledge in the viewer and explains how the clues work. His enthusiasm for cryptics is infectious. I never miss one of these. youtube.com/watch?v=TaNE...
The Times Crossword Masterclass: 7 November 2025
YouTube video by Cracking The Cryptic
youtube.com
November 9, 2025 at 10:27 AM
My second #YouTube recommendation is the weekly solve of the Times #CrypticCrossword by Simon Anthony on #CrackingTheCryptic. He never assumes knowledge in the viewer and explains how the clues work. His enthusiasm for cryptics is infectious. I never miss one of these. youtube.com/watch?v=TaNE...
August 17, 2026 at 10:43 AM
In my latest video, I have the pleasure of @postmarkcryptic.bsky.social's company while I solve his latest #crypticcrossword on MyCrossword. You can watch the whole encounter here: youtu.be/YVOKPU8GsDo Great fun! Enjoy!
Solving a Cryptic Crossword under the setter's gaze! A PostMark Special!
YouTube video by The Cryptic Mystic
youtu.be
May 28, 2025 at 11:29 AM
In my latest video, I have the pleasure of @postmarkcryptic.bsky.social's company while I solve his latest #crypticcrossword on MyCrossword. You can watch the whole encounter here: youtu.be/YVOKPU8GsDo Great fun! Enjoy!
For April 1st, I set a ridiculous crossword
(More ridiculous than a normal #CrypticCrossword, I mean)
(More ridiculous than a normal #CrypticCrossword, I mean)
Cryptic crossword No 3,270 · MyCrossword
Solve Cryptic crossword No 3,270 on MyCrossword. 15x15 grid with 32 clues by Polymath. Published Wed 1 Apr 2026. Features annotated solutions. Free to solve online.
www.mycrossword.co.uk
April 6, 2026 at 9:45 AM
For April 1st, I set a ridiculous crossword
(More ridiculous than a normal #CrypticCrossword, I mean)
(More ridiculous than a normal #CrypticCrossword, I mean)
I’ve posted a couple of #CrypticCrossword clues in the last few days and thought it might be good to share how a puzzles is solved. I’m not claiming to be an expert, but its good fun when you get a clue, and maybe some of you will find this helpful
January 8, 2026 at 3:05 PM
I’ve posted a couple of #CrypticCrossword clues in the last few days and thought it might be good to share how a puzzles is solved. I’m not claiming to be an expert, but its good fun when you get a clue, and maybe some of you will find this helpful
I’m very excited to make my debut as today’s #crypticcrossword setter in The Independent! Huge thanks to my wonderful testers Komorník, @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social & @crypticblah.bsky.social & the fabulous teacher @boatmancryptics.bsky.social. What a way to mark #internationalwomensday #iwd
The Independent's Cryptic Crossword | Play Online for Free | Independent
Play The Independent's Cryptic Crossword instantly online. The Independent's Cryptic Crossword is a fun and engaging Online game from The Independent. Play it and other games from The Independent.
puzzles.independent.co.uk
March 8, 2025 at 7:51 AM
I’m very excited to make my debut as today’s #crypticcrossword setter in The Independent! Huge thanks to my wonderful testers Komorník, @amoebacrosswords.bsky.social & @crypticblah.bsky.social & the fabulous teacher @boatmancryptics.bsky.social. What a way to mark #internationalwomensday #iwd
In more traditional clueing, I was quite proud of this one over on YouTube today (although I'm sure someone has come up with this before):
Personal defect I broadcast as this? (4-11)
#CrypticCrossword
Personal defect I broadcast as this? (4-11)
#CrypticCrossword
June 19, 2026 at 4:15 PM
In more traditional clueing, I was quite proud of this one over on YouTube today (although I'm sure someone has come up with this before):
Personal defect I broadcast as this? (4-11)
#CrypticCrossword
Personal defect I broadcast as this? (4-11)
#CrypticCrossword
A fitting #CrypticCrossword to celebrate 100 years of daily UK newspaper crosswords: puzzlesdata.telegraph.co.uk/pdf/puzzles/...
Simultaneously a very sad occasion: Crossword Editor Chris Lancaster, who has MND, announces this is his final puzzle: bigdave44.com/2025/07/30/d...
Thank you, Chris. xx
Simultaneously a very sad occasion: Crossword Editor Chris Lancaster, who has MND, announces this is his final puzzle: bigdave44.com/2025/07/30/d...
Thank you, Chris. xx
July 30, 2025 at 1:29 PM
A fitting #CrypticCrossword to celebrate 100 years of daily UK newspaper crosswords: puzzlesdata.telegraph.co.uk/pdf/puzzles/...
Simultaneously a very sad occasion: Crossword Editor Chris Lancaster, who has MND, announces this is his final puzzle: bigdave44.com/2025/07/30/d...
Thank you, Chris. xx
Simultaneously a very sad occasion: Crossword Editor Chris Lancaster, who has MND, announces this is his final puzzle: bigdave44.com/2025/07/30/d...
Thank you, Chris. xx
something a bit different:
a post on how i unironically love cryptic crosswords
williamgpooley.wordpress.com/2025/08/07/g...
#Cryptic #Crossword #CrypticCrossword
a post on how i unironically love cryptic crosswords
williamgpooley.wordpress.com/2025/08/07/g...
#Cryptic #Crossword #CrypticCrossword
Geg
For many years, I have asked our second-year student cohort to tell me their favourite words, and explain why. It’s one of the highlights of my job. They bring me words that are difficult to …
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August 7, 2025 at 5:43 AM
something a bit different:
a post on how i unironically love cryptic crosswords
williamgpooley.wordpress.com/2025/08/07/g...
#Cryptic #Crossword #CrypticCrossword
a post on how i unironically love cryptic crosswords
williamgpooley.wordpress.com/2025/08/07/g...
#Cryptic #Crossword #CrypticCrossword
OK everyone - we have a cover sorted out and pre-sales are open!
Roll up and buy one now at unchcrosswords.com
Please do repost and share where you can, I'm really keen to get these excellent puzzles in front of as many people as possible...
Roll up and buy one now at unchcrosswords.com
Please do repost and share where you can, I'm really keen to get these excellent puzzles in front of as many people as possible...
March 28, 2026 at 4:20 PM
And meeting all the people on the #CrypticCrossword feed. It’s like that time you walk into the bandroom and realized you found your people. ❤️❤️❤️
April 29, 2026 at 1:22 AM
And meeting all the people on the #CrypticCrossword feed. It’s like that time you walk into the bandroom and realized you found your people. ❤️❤️❤️
Any Cryptic Crossword enthusiasts?
Check out @viresh.bsky.social creations. You can play some online, for free.
Cryptic Crosswords are well worth ihvesting your time in if you lyke clever puzzles!
#CrypticCrossword #Puzzle
Check out @viresh.bsky.social creations. You can play some online, for free.
Cryptic Crosswords are well worth ihvesting your time in if you lyke clever puzzles!
#CrypticCrossword #Puzzle
May 11, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Any Cryptic Crossword enthusiasts?
Check out @viresh.bsky.social creations. You can play some online, for free.
Cryptic Crosswords are well worth ihvesting your time in if you lyke clever puzzles!
#CrypticCrossword #Puzzle
Check out @viresh.bsky.social creations. You can play some online, for free.
Cryptic Crosswords are well worth ihvesting your time in if you lyke clever puzzles!
#CrypticCrossword #Puzzle