Cryptic Crosswords for Beginners: 6 Session Course

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A six-session course that will teach you how to solve cryptic crosswords

Please note registration closes on Monday 24th October. You will need the course book detailed below to participate in this course. This six-session course will teach you how to solve cryptic crosswords. It starts with the simplest ideas and easiest types of clue and gradually builds to the more advanced aspects of clue solving. At the end of the course you will understand how cryptic clues work, be able to solve clues at an intermediate level of difficulty and know how to develop your skills further. This is a stimulating course that can lead you to an enjoyable new pastime.Details:Six Zoom sessions, 10.00 to 11.30, on Wednesdays 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th November and 7th December. There will be a small amount of optional home study between sessions.What you will need:<ul><li>Laptop, iPad or tablet computer</li><li>Broadband connection </li><li>Copy of the course book ‘Learn How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords: A Course for Beginners’ available from bookshops and Amazon. You may need to allow up to 12 working days for order fulfilment. You can download the first chapter in the book here: https://www.u3a.org.uk/learning/subjects/cryptic-crosswords — scroll down to the bottom of the page and it’s the last PDF.</li></ul>About Henry HowarthHenry has a relaxed and engaging style. He has taught over 1,000 adults how to solve cryptic crosswords and is the author of the book Learn How to Solve Cryptic Crosswords and the app Learn Cryptic Crosswords.This event is for u3a members only and will be held online via Zoom.To find out more about u3a and how to join, visit: https://u3a.org.uk/join

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Cryptic Crosswords for Beginners: 6 Session Course

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