
The Guildford Institute
Cracking the Cryptic Crossword Code
Are you baffled by cryptic crosswords? If you like wit and wordplay, you’ll enjoy deciphering the coded language of their clues. In this hands-on course, long-time crossword compiler and editor Susan Purcell will introduce you to the world of cryptic crosswords and their specialised language. We’ll tackle a recent crossword from a broadsheet newspaper together.
Please bring a pen or pencil, copies of the crosswords will be provided.
Suitable for absolute beginners.
Length of course: 3 Weeks. Time: 10.30am-12.30pm. Tutor: Susan Purcell MA FCIL