The Guardian Puzzles summer special is here to upgrade your downtime with a 32-page print supplement packed with crosswords, brainteasers, and quizzes. Released on Saturday 25 July, this annual edition offers UK audiences a premium puzzle experience, curated by puzzles editor Alan Evans and featuring top setters like Alex Bellos, Thomas Eaton, Frank Paul, and Alan Connor.
What's Inside the Guardian Puzzles Summer Special
This year's supplement includes world-class logic championship puzzles from the 32nd World Puzzle Championships in Eger, Hungary, recently won by the UK's Freddie Hand. Test your brain against official challenges designed to baffle and delight puzzlers of every level.
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Summer Metapuzzle and Crosswords
Hidden throughout the issue, 34 blue-colored puzzle answers spell out a secret phrase linked to a major historic event from 25 July 1965. Crosswords suit every ability, from a jumbo cryptic by Paul to a beginner-friendly quick cryptic by Dice, a US-style maxi by Brassica, and Alan Connor's traditional "Most Guardian Crossword Ever".
Quizzer's Paradise
Picture rounds and interactive trivia like "Who were we talking about?" challenge readers to identify global stars from early Guardian media profiles. Thomas Eaton's popular Saturday quiz adds extra fun.
| Puzzle Type | Setter | Difficulty Level |
|---|---|---|
| Jumbo Cryptic | Frank Paul | Expert |
| Quick Cryptic | Dice | Beginner |
| US-style Maxi | Brassica | Intermediate |
| Jumbo | Sy | Intermediate |
| Most Guardian Crossword Ever | Alan Connor | All Levels |
Key Takeaways
- 32 pages of premium puzzles for all skill levels
- Features logic championship puzzles from the World Puzzle Championships
- Includes a summer metapuzzle with a hidden historic secret
- Crosswords from cryptic to beginner-friendly options
- Interactive quizzes and picture rounds for extra engagement
Why This Puzzle Collection Stands Out
The Guardian reaches more than 2 million monthly puzzle players, making it a trusted source for brain-teasing entertainment. Alan Evans notes, "From our most popular formats like crosswords and sudokus to completely new and unfamiliar puzzles, our Summer Puzzles Special should have something for everyone." This edition includes children's puzzles and fiendish challenges for experts, plus trivia, geography games, and brainteasers.
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Upgrade your downtime with the Guardian Puzzles summer special, available in print from 25 July. Whether you're a beginner or expert, this collection promises hours of engaging fun.
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