Quizmaster Kirsty 'Bozzers' Bosley has launched her much-anticipated annual challenge for Brummies: The Big Brummie Quiz of the Year 2025. This marks the third edition of the popular local knowledge test, inviting residents to see how much they remember from the past twelve months in England's second city.
Putting Your 2025 Memory to the Test
The tradition, which the features writer humorously notes she can remember for "two, I think..." years, has become a staple year-end activity. The 2025 quiz consists of twelve tricky questions designed to separate the casual observers from the true Birmingham aficionados. Participants are challenged to achieve a perfect score of 12 out of 12.
Bosley reflects on the journey so far, mentioning the shared experiences of the year that included laughter, tears, and even dodging "rats as big as cats." For those who master the 2025 challenge, she promises an even tougher trial: attempting the previous quizzes from 2023 and 2024. She admits that even she, as the quiz's author, didn't top the leaderboard on those past tests.
Looking Forward and Back
The quiz not only reviews the year gone by but also sparks speculation about Birmingham's future. Bosley wonders aloud what might feature in the Big Brummie Quiz of 2026. Key questions on the horizon include the potential completion of the Metro line extension to Digbeth, the progress of the proposed Pineapple Station, and the possibility of major royal visits or city-wide celebrations.
"Something good's going to happen, I can feel it," she writes optimistically, setting a hopeful tone for the city's upcoming year.
The First Challenge of the Quiz
The opening question of the 2025 quiz immediately delves into Birmingham's rich commercial and social history. It asks: In January, Gail's Bakery moved in at 42A New Street, the site of a historic Birmingham case. What was it called?
Quiz-takers are given four multiple-choice options: Damascena, The Tow Rope, Kardomah, or Mr Egg. This question highlights the ongoing evolution of the city's high street, where new businesses like Gail's Bakery settle into locations steeped in local legacy.
Readers are encouraged to share their final scores in the comments section. Bosley signs off with a familiar promise: "See you again next year!", confirming that the Big Brummie Quiz is set to remain an annual fixture for Birmingham.
