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Cryptic Crosswords (beginners) 1

Cryptic Crosswords (beginners) 1
Leader: Marjorie Dunbar - see Group Leaders Contact Details.
Timing: Monthly, first Fridays, 2:00-4:00pm.
Venue: Jenners Department Store, Café on 5th Floor.
Activity: The emphasis will be on learning to spot a key word or phrase which will indicate the kind of clue to be unravelled. Examples of the different kinds of clues will be provided, explained and studied.
Accessibility: Lift No 1.
Buses: 1,3,4,X15,19,26,31,33,34,37,44,104,113.
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