Do You Know a British Centenarian? We'd Love to Learn Your Story.
According to latest figures, the count of people aged 100 and above in the UK has increased twofold from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
From 2004 and 2024, the number of male individuals reaching 100 has tripled from 910 to 3,100. Over the same period, the count of female centenarians increased by nearly 100% from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are excited to listen to centenarians, their family or companions, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s seismic events and changes.
Looking Back: Your Advice
Looking back, what advice would you give to your younger self? What is your recipe to a lengthy lifespan? Tell us your thoughts.
Tell Your Story
Describe your journey of being a centenarian in the form below.
Please share your story if you are 18 or over, confidentially if you wish.
Your submissions, which can be anonymous, are safe as the entry system is protected. We will only use the details you provide for the purpose of this story.
Contact Information
- Your name
- Your location
- Share some background (e.g., age and occupation) – Optional
- Tell your story of reaching centenarian status – Please include as much detail as possible
- Submit a picture – Optional (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Personal data – phone number and e-mail – Voluntary
Sharing Your Response
Are you open to publication?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but contact me first
- Yes, but do not use my name
- No, do not publish
Further Involvement
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- Both sound and visual
- No, I'm not interested
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