Are You a British Centenarian? We Want to Hear From You.
Based on latest statistics, the number of people aged 100 and above in the UK has grown by 100% from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
From 2004 and 2024, the figure of male individuals reaching 100 has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. During the identical timeframe, the count of female individuals reaching 100 increased by nearly 100% from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are eager to listen to individuals who have reached 100, their family or close ones, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s transformative changes and changes.
Reflecting: Your Wisdom
Thinking back over the years, what guidance would you give to your younger self? What is your recipe to a long life? Share with us.
Share Your Experience
Describe your journey of reaching 100 years in the provided form.
Please share your story if you are 18 or over, anonymously if you wish.
Your responses, which can be anonymous, are protected as the form is encrypted. We will exclusively employ the data you provide for the objective of this feature.
Ways to Get in Touch
- Your name
- Where do you live?
- Tell us a bit about yourself (e.g., years lived and profession) – Optional
- Describe your journey of reaching centenarian status – Provide extensive information
- Share an image – Voluntary (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Your information – telephone number and contact email – Optional
How We Use Your Story
Are you open to publication?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but contact me first
- Yes, but maintain my anonymity
- No, this is information only
Further Involvement
Would you be interested in speaking to our audio and/or video teams?
- Audio only
- On-camera interview
- Multimedia participation
- No, thank you
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