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23a. Rooks take a second to calm just before the end
SWINDLES

1a. Everybody leaves superficial exhibition
SHOW

2d. Temporary accommodation for those who are in the pink
HUNTING-LODGE

Parses for the above please.

1a sh all ow

rook = fleece
s windles(s)

2d. A Pink is a huntsman’s scarlet coat

The red jackets that foxhunters wear are referred to as "hunting pink". If that's all, it's a pretty feeble clue, though.

Chrise & Jono
When hunting parties visit Tyke Towers I allow them to stay in the Castle. The hunting lodge is for their staff.

Cheers for the repies tyke, Jono, chrisE.

9a. Not a leisurely call
HURRIED VISIT

26a. Getting others to do the fighting?
RECRUITING

7a. A dull coat in olive, for example, for a sewer's help
TREADLE

Parses for the above please.

7. A D(ul)L in TREE (olive for example). Treadle being a foot peddle for working a sewing machine