Do You Know a UK Centenarian? We Want to Hear From You.
Based on recent statistics, the count 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 total of men aged 100 or over has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. During the identical years, the count of female centenarians increased by nearly 100% from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are excited to listen to those aged 100 or over, their relatives or close ones, about what it has been like to live through the past century’s seismic events and changes.
Looking Back: Your Advice
Thinking back over the years, what guidance would you give to your past self? What is your secret to a extended longevity? Let us know.
Share Your Experience
Describe your journey of reaching 100 years in the provided form.
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 form is protected. We will only use the information you provide for the aim of this story.
Ways to Get in Touch
- Your name
- Where do you live?
- Provide personal details (e.g., your age and occupation) – Voluntary
- Describe your journey of being a centenarian – Please include as much detail as possible
- Submit a picture – Voluntary (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
- Contact details – phone number and e-mail – Voluntary
Sharing Your Response
May we share your story?
- Yes, fully
- Yes, but reach out first
- Yes, but do not use my name
- No, for background only
Extra Options
Would you be interested in speaking to our audio and/or video teams?
- Audio only
- On-camera interview
- Both sound and visual
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