Are You a UK Centenarian? We Want to Learn Your Story.
Based on latest statistics, the population of individuals reaching 100 in the UK has grown by 100% from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.
From 2004 and 2024, the total of men aged 100 or over has grown by 200% from 910 to 3,100. Over the identical years, the amount of female individuals reaching 100 nearly doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.
We are eager to listen to individuals who have reached 100, their relatives or close ones, about what it has been like to experience the past century’s major happenings and developments.
Reflecting: Your Advice
In retrospect, what wisdom would you give to your younger self? What is your key to a long life? Let us know.
Share Your Experience
Tell your story of being a centenarian in the form below.
Please tell us about yourself if you are 18 or over, without revealing your identity if you wish.
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Ways to Get in Touch
- Name
- Where do you live?
- Share some background (e.g., age and profession) – Voluntary
- Tell your story of living to 100 – Please include as much detail as possible
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