Do You Know a UK Person Aged 100 or Over? We Want to Hear From You.
Based on latest figures, the count of people aged 100 and above in the UK has doubled from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
From 2004 and 2024, the number of male centenarians has tripled from 910 to 3,100. Over the identical period, the number of female individuals reaching 100 almost doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are keen to receive stories from those aged 100 or over, their loved ones or companions, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s seismic events and changes.
Thinking Back: Your Wisdom
Thinking back over the years, what advice would you give to your past self? What is your key to a long life? Let us know.
Share Your Experience
Tell your story of being a centenarian in the submission area.
Please tell us about yourself if you are 18 or over, anonymously if you wish.
Your submissions, which can be confidential, are protected as the submission method is encrypted. We will only use the information you provide for the purpose of this story.
Contact Information
- Name
- Where do you live?
- Provide personal details (e.g., your age and what you do) – Voluntary
- Share your experience of being a centenarian – Provide extensive information
- Share an image – If you wish (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Personal data – phone number and email address – If you choose
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Are you open to publication?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but notify me beforehand
- Yes, but do not use my name
- No, for background only
Further Involvement
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- Multimedia participation
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