Cryptic crossword No 1,335

This appears to be your debut here, Rawspand; welcome, and well done for an impressive and enjoyable puzzle. 6d is really clever; 15d told me something I didn't previously know. 23a is attractive, with an excellent surface. And I also particularly liked 9a, 14a, 17a, 20a, 19d and 22d. Not sure the surfaces in 4a and 10a really work, though both clues are neat. Minor spoilery comment in reply.

Welcome to MyC, Rawspand and thanks for a fun debut puzzle. Lots of good stuff in here with 12a, 23a, 24a, 25a, 8d and 18d the standouts for me. On the assumption you would welcome some feedback, spoilers in reply.

Rawspand, welcome, and huge applause for this debut puzzle. 6d is wicked genius. Over and above minor comments - you’ve had some good ones, and I will offer my own - the puzzle has a great sense of fun in setting and solving that made me glad to have picked it and keen to finish it. I would go back eagerly to a setter that offers this kind of entertainment. OK, some spoilers……