Are You a British Person Aged 100 or Over? We'd Love to Hear From You.
According to latest statistics, the number of individuals reaching 100 in the UK has increased twofold from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
Between 2004 and 2024, the figure of male individuals reaching 100 has grown by 200% from 910 to 3,100. Over the same timeframe, the amount of female centenarians almost doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are excited to hear from centenarians, their relatives or close ones, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s seismic events and changes.
Looking Back: Your Wisdom
Looking back, what guidance would you give to your youthful version? What is your secret to a lengthy lifespan? Tell us your thoughts.
Tell Your Story
Describe your journey of reaching 100 years in the form below.
Please tell us about yourself if you are 18 or over, without revealing your identity if you wish.
Your responses, which can be anonymous, are safe as the entry system is protected. We will only use the information you provide for the purpose of this feature.
Contact Information
- Full name
- Your location
- Share some background (e.g., age and what you do) – Voluntary
- Tell your story of reaching centenarian status – Add plenty of details
- Share an image – Optional (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Contact details – phone number and e-mail – If you choose
How We Use Your Story
Can we publish your response?
- Yes, entirely
- Yes, but contact me first
- Yes, but please keep me anonymous
- No, for background only
Further Involvement
Would you be interested in speaking to our audio and/or video teams?
- Sound recording only
- On-camera interview
- Multimedia participation
- Not at this time
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