Do You Know a UK Centenarian? We'd Love to Learn Your Story.
Based on recent figures, the count of individuals reaching 100 in the UK has increased twofold from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
From 2004 and 2024, the total of male centenarians has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. During the same period, the number of female centenarians almost doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are eager to hear from those aged 100 or over, their loved ones or close ones, about what it has been like to experience the past century’s major happenings and changes.
Thinking Back: Your Wisdom
In retrospect, what wisdom would you give to your past self? What is your secret to a lengthy lifespan? Let us know.
Tell Your Story
Tell your story of being a centenarian in the provided form.
Please share your story if you are 18 or over, anonymously if you wish.
Your responses, which can be without your name, are secure as the entry system is secured. We will only use the data you provide for the objective of this feature.
Contact Information
- Name
- Place of residence
- Tell us a bit about yourself (e.g., years lived and profession) – Optional
- Describe your journey of living to 100 – Provide extensive information
- Upload a photo – If you wish (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Personal data – telephone number and e-mail – Voluntary
How We Use Your Story
May we share your story?
- Yes, fully
- Yes, but contact me first
- Yes, but please keep me anonymous
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- Multimedia participation
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