Are You a UK Person Aged 100 or Over? 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.
From 2004 and 2024, the total of male centenarians has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. Over the identical 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 relatives or close ones, about what it has been like to experience the past century’s major happenings and developments.
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? Tell us your thoughts.
Contribute Your Journey
Describe your journey of reaching 100 years in the form below.
Please tell us about yourself if you are 18 or over, anonymously if you wish.
The information you provide, which can be anonymous, are safe as the entry system is protected. We will only use the details you provide for the purpose of this feature.
Contact Information
- Name
- Your location
- Tell us a bit about yourself (e.g., your age and occupation) – Voluntary
- Share your experience of reaching centenarian status – Add plenty of details
- Submit a picture – Optional (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Contact details – telephone number and contact email – If you choose
How We Use Your Story
May we share your story?
- Yes, without restrictions
- Yes, but reach out first
- Yes, but maintain my anonymity
- No, for background only
Extra Options
Would you like to participate in multimedia features?
- Audio only
- Visual recording only
- Multimedia participation
- No, thank you
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