Georgie Hoole, Author at Secret Birmingham

Georgie is Executive Editor at the Secret Media Network, overseeing Secret cities in the UK, Asia-Pacific, and beyond. She enjoys the finer things in life, like red wine on a school night and eating Ben and Jerry's straight from the tub.

Culture

17 Facts That You Probably Didn’t Know About The Queen

Queen Elizabeth II is the longest reigning monarch in British history, and that makes her pretty darn special in our eyes. So sip on some gin and feast on some fun…

Things To Do Wellness & Nature

Walk Amongst Free-Roaming Monkeys At This Magical Forest Near Birmingham

This amazing forest, just a short drive from Birmingham, is full of free-roaming monkeys. Escape to the wilderness with a trip to Trentham Monkey Forest – a brilliant spot to…

Wellness & Nature

12 Brilliant Ways To Boost Your Mood, According To Science

Feeling a bit naff? You’re not alone. As the dark and chilly days continue, and you start losing sight of what day it is (Blue Monday FYI *screams internally*), it’s…

Things To Do

9 Reasons Why Boxing Day Is Actually Better Than Christmas Day

Christmas Day is fabulous, don’t get us wrong. But Boxing Day is its cooler, slightly chubbier younger sibling. Yes, I can tell you’re shouting right now – but hear me…

Discover Birmingham’s Spooky Past With This Cryptic Outdoor Adventure Game

Discover Birmingham’s spooky side with this immersive open-air game. You’re never short of things to do in Birmingham, but if…

Secret Guides

17 Tips On How To Make It Through This Blistering Heatwave Alive

Not sure if you’ve noticed, but it’s pretty fudging hot at the moment. Like really fudging hot. We shouldn’t complain, but we are bloody complaining because it’s TOTALLY UN-BLOODY-BEARABLE.

Wellness & Nature

10 Magnificent Natural Wonders In The UK To See Before You Die

These natural attractions in the UK will leave you totally breathless. If you’re after natural beauty and sweeping vistas, you needn’t leave the United Kingdom. From stunning coastlines to deep,…

The First UK Patient To Get The Pfizer Covid-19 Vaccine Has Been Given Her Second Dose

90-year-old Margaret Keenan has just become the first person to receive both doses of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine. In early December, the UK was the first country in the…

The UK Has Just Become The First Country In The World To Approve The Covid Pfizer Vaccine

The UK has just approved the Covid-19 Pfizer vaccine—and it will be made available across the country in a matter of days. News of a vaccine has given many people…

Here’s What You Can And Can’t Do During England’s Four Week Lockdown, Starting On Thursday

It has now been confirmed that England will enter a national lockdown, starting from 00:01 on Thursday, November 5. Last night, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced a full lockdown across…