Are You a British Person Aged 100 or Over? We Want to Hear From You.
Based on latest data, 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 centenarians has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. Over the same years, the number of female individuals reaching 100 increased by nearly 100% from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are excited to listen to those aged 100 or over, their relatives or companions, about what it has been like to experience the past century’s major happenings and changes.
Looking Back: Your Guidance
Thinking back over the years, what advice would you give to your past self? What is your secret to a long life? Let us know.
Contribute Your Journey
Share your experience of being a centenarian in the form below.
Please share your story if you are 18 or over, anonymously if you wish.
Your submissions, which can be without your name, are protected as the entry system is protected. We will solely utilize the information you provide for the purpose of this article.
Ways to Get in Touch
- Full name
- Place of residence
- Share some background (e.g., your age and profession) – Not required
- Describe your journey of reaching centenarian status – Add plenty of details
- Upload a photo – Optional (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Contact details – phone number and e-mail – Voluntary
Publication Preferences
Are you open to publication?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but contact me first
- Yes, but please keep me anonymous
- No, do not publish
Extra Options
Would you be interested in speaking to our audio and/or video teams?
- Voice interview
- Video only
- Both sound and visual
- No, thank you
By submitting your response, you are accepting to submit your data for this project.
Reach out via WhatsApp or different options for fully anonymous communication.
