The unclued are locations on SKYE, ‘The Misty Isle’ (solutions at 15 and 31). ISLE does double duty in 15/31 and 31/33. The title suggests ‘Over the sea to Skye’, the isle now being linked to the mainland by a bridge. V/W at 41 Across refers to the alternatives Waternish and Vaternish.
First prize D.P. Shenkin, London WC1
Runners-up C. McCullough, Oakham, Rutland;
Paul Elliott, London W12
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