Are You a British Centenarian? We'd Love to Learn Your Story.

According to latest figures, the population of centenarians in the UK has grown by 100% from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.

Between 2004 and 2024, the figure of men aged 100 or over has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. During the same period, the count of female centenarians nearly doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.

We are keen to hear from those aged 100 or over, their family or close ones, about what it has been like to live through the past century’s transformative changes and changes.

Thinking Back: Your Advice

Looking back, what advice would you give to your youthful version? What is your recipe to a extended longevity? Share with us.

Tell Your Story

Share your experience of being a centenarian in the form below.

Please tell us about yourself if you are 18 or over, confidentially if you wish.

The information you provide, which can be confidential, are secure as the submission method is secured. We will only use the information you provide for the objective of this feature.

How to Reach Us

• Your name
• Where do you live?
• Provide personal details (e.g., your age and occupation) – Not required
• Describe your journey of living to 100 – Add plenty of details
• Upload a photo – If you wish (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
• Contact details – mobile number and e-mail – Voluntary

How We Use Your Story

Can we publish your response?

1. Yes, fully
2. Yes, but contact me first
3. Yes, but please keep me anonymous
4. No, do not publish

Further Involvement

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• Audio and video
• No, thank you

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