Do You Know a British Person Aged 100 or Over? We Want to Learn Your Story.
According to recent statistics, the number of individuals reaching 100 in the UK has grown by 100% from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
Between 2004 and 2024, the total of men aged 100 or over 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 eager to receive stories from individuals who have reached 100, their relatives or close ones, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s transformative changes and developments.
Looking Back: Your Wisdom
Looking back, what wisdom would you give to your younger self? What is your secret to a lengthy lifespan? Tell us your thoughts.
Share Your Experience
Tell your story of being a centenarian in the submission area.
Please share your story if you are 18 or over, without revealing your identity if you wish.
Your responses, which can be anonymous, are secure as the submission method is protected. We will only use the data you provide for the objective of this feature.
How to Reach Us
- Full name
- Place of residence
- Tell us a bit about yourself (e.g., your age and occupation) – Not required
- Tell your story of being a centenarian – Please include as much detail as possible
- Upload a photo – Voluntary (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Your information – telephone number and e-mail – Optional
How We Use Your Story
Are you open to publication?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but notify me beforehand
- Yes, but please keep me anonymous
- No, for background only
Further Involvement
Are you open to audio or video interviews?
- Sound recording only
- Visual recording only
- Multimedia participation
- Not at this time
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