Debbie and Eric's 40th Anniversary Crossword

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Across
  1. 4. From 1 Corinthians, Chapter 13, Verse 13 – ‘And now these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is ….?’
  2. 7. What type of flower traditionally signifies a 40th wedding anniversary?
  3. 8. Which Scottish singer-songwriter was best known for his hits “Baker Street”, “Right Down The Line”, and “Night Owl”: ‘….. Rafferty’?
  4. 9. The name “Debbie” is derived from a Hebrew word for what yellow and black-striped buzzing insect?
  5. 10. What common spice is used in the making of Easter biscuits?
  6. 13. What popular BBC1 “home improvement” series is fronted by Nick Knowles with Billy Byrne and co.?
  7. 17. Which Eric penned and performed songs such as Layla, After Midnight, and Lay Down Sally?
  8. 19. The Great Fire of London in 1666 started at the Bakery on which “lane”?
  9. 20. Which 1990 film, directed by Tim Burton, tells the story of a gentle man with unusual hands: Edward …………?
  10. 22. What is the surname of the American-born loudmouth comedienne: ‘Ruby …’?
  11. 23. What computing company was established in 1975 by Bill Gates?
  12. 24. From which base on the Oxford canal did we start our narrow boat holiday?
  13. 25. Eric Idle is one sixth of which comedy group, also starring John Cleese, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin?
  14. 27. Which “Debbie” is the magical assistant and wife to Paul Daniels?
  15. 28. What gas helps form the head when pouring Guinness?
  16. 29. What collectable ornaments is David Corbridge famous for creating?
  17. 30. What anagram of “Baker” does the middle foot pedal in a manual car allow you to do?
  18. 31. Approximately 40% of worldwide total Guinness volume is brewed and sold in which continent?
  19. 35. Add together what (Eric the half a) bee makes to the destination of Wallace and Gromit’s Grand Day Out. Where was yours?
  20. 36. Black, mute, trumpeter and whooper are all types of what animal?
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  1. 1. Which fictional character resides at 221b Baker Street: ‘Sherlock ……’?
  2. 2. What is the name given to the 40 day period preceding Easter Sunday?
  3. 3. What was the generic nickname given to the car Eric drove when you first met?
  4. 5. Which Manor, appropriately enough, did we all stay at in Liskeard, Cornwall?
  5. 6. Which country does Eric Cantona, former Manchester United footballer, come from?
  6. 10. What did the cowardly lion seek in the Wizard of Oz?
  7. 11. Which market and cathedral city (our third smallest) lies at the confluence of two tributaries of the River Ure?
  8. 12. From which tuneful production do “Oh, What A Beautiful Mornin’” and “I Cain’t Say No” come?
  9. 14. What iconic ruby-coloured clothing did Dorothy wear in The Wizard of Oz?
  10. 15. Complete the 1978 Blondie single: 'Heart of .....'
  11. 16. What 1992 film stars Glenn Close as dog-napping villainess Cruella de Vil?
  12. 17. Which famous silent movie actor was knighted in 1975: ‘Charlie …….’?
  13. 18. Which American State adopted the Ruby Red grapefruit as their state fruit in 1993?
  14. 21. What vessel was named after the capital of Australia in 1957: ‘SS ……..’?
  15. 24. Debbie Harry is the lead singer from which late 70s band?
  16. 25. Which Eric was one half of a comedy double act with Ernie Wise?
  17. 26. Which colourful bird, used to advertise a popular alcoholic beverage, is native to Central and South America?
  18. 32. Complete the 1967 Rolling Stones song title: '.... Tuesday'
  19. 33. Which popular BBC TV programme has been fronted by Percy Thrower, Geoff Hamilton, Monty Don and Nigel: ‘Gardener’s …..’?
  20. 34. What did your wedding reception venue have 6 of?