Thanks Chrise
You were right. it is a relatively easy one. I managed to get 27,28 before seeing your reply. In fact I've finished all bar one which is 14d. Showing no shame, a compiler's in sacred place (5-4)
I have S?T?E ?A?E. Any hints please - have I got the right crossers?
There are a number of others I can't parse. 16d - the second word - where does fox come in? 26ac - what has the predator got to do with the answer? and more besides.
Thanks for your help.