Do You Know a British Centenarian? We Want to Learn Your Story.
According to latest data, 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 men aged 100 or over has tripled from 910 to 3,100. Over the same years, the number of female centenarians nearly doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are keen to receive stories from centenarians, their relatives or companions, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s transformative changes and changes.
Looking Back: Your Guidance
In retrospect, what advice would you give to your younger self? What is your recipe to a long life? Share with us.
Tell Your Story
Share your experience of reaching 100 years in the submission area.
Please tell us about yourself if you are 18 or over, without revealing your identity if you wish.
Your submissions, which can be anonymous, are secure as the submission method is encrypted. We will only use the data you provide for the aim of this article.
How to Reach Us
- Your name
- Place of residence
- Tell us a bit about yourself (e.g., age and what you do) – Not required
- Share your experience of being a centenarian – Please include as much detail as possible
- Share an image – Voluntary (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Your information – telephone number and e-mail – Optional
Publication Preferences
May we share your story?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but contact me first
- Yes, but do not use my name
- No, this is information only
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- Multimedia participation
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