Online Cryptic Crossword by Lovatts

Before you begin, if you've never tackled one of Christine's famous cryptic crosswords and would like a gentle introduction, click here to view our 'How to Do Cryptics' tutorial. And practice makes perfect: when you're finished with today's challenge, click over to YouPlay.com for an even greater variety of cryptic crosswords and online games.

Cryptic Crossword Tutorial

Don't know where to start? View our online flash tutorial.

Our How To Do Cryptic Crosswords tutorial is the only one on the web. Christine Lovatt will talk you through a simple cryptic crossword clue by clue.

Each crossword clue is animated to better demonstrate the rules behind cryptic crosswords. Click the 'Start Tutorial' button alongside and you're well on your way to becoming a cryptic crossword expert!