5 across. End of epic voyage in a river with a sailor’s return. 6 letters.
6 across. Write in novel form about key service worker. 6 letters.
9 across. Ties linking all of part of Britain with its language. 6 letters.
10 across. Outwit epitome of wisdom holding top-class presentation. 8 letters.
11 across. Greek character laid down ante. 4 letters.
12 across. They cover flights before author arrives in flurry. 10 letters.
13 across. Something over head and part of ear that contains locks. 6 letters and 5 letters.
18 across. Acres within recent dig reproduced in scale. 10 letters.
21 across. Egg on leading character in singular theatrical part. 4 letters.
22 across. Modified form of a corset redesigned for granny, say. 8 letters.
23 across. It’s about flatbread in part of Middle East. 6 letters.
24 across. Ace held by skilful player, one with supernatural powers. 6 letters.
25 across. A rise in quantity. 6 letters.