Do You Know a British Centenarian? We'd Love to Learn Your Story.
According to recent 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.
Between 2004 and 2024, the total of male individuals reaching 100 has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. During the same timeframe, the count of female individuals reaching 100 increased by nearly 100% from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are excited to receive stories from those aged 100 or over, their family or companions, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s transformative changes and changes.
Thinking Back: Your Wisdom
Thinking back over the years, what guidance would you give to your younger self? What is your key to a long life? Share with us.
Share Your Experience
Describe your journey of living as a centenarian in the submission area.
Please submit your experience if you are 18 or over, without revealing your identity if you wish.
Your submissions, which can be confidential, are protected as the entry system is protected. We will solely utilize the details you provide for the objective of this story.
Contact Information
- Your name
- Place of residence
- Share some background (e.g., your age and profession) – Voluntary
- Tell your story of living to 100 – Provide extensive information
- Submit a picture – Optional (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Contact details – phone number and email address – Optional
Sharing Your Response
Can we publish your response?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but notify me beforehand
- Yes, but please keep me anonymous
- No, this is information only
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