Cryptic crossword No 1,794

Thanks Iguess, a reasonably gentle solve for me with some lovely penny dropping moments. I particularly enjoyed 1a, 5a, 8a, 13a, 1d, 5d, 25d among others. One or two nhos, but then something to learn in there… A few queries in reply, spoilers…

Thanks Iguess, good stuff. Faves include 1a, 5a, 21a (though accept Ozpiper's caveat!), 1d, 16d, 18d & 20d. Spoilers ...