Do You Know a UK Centenarian? We'd Love to Hear From You.

Based on latest statistics, the count of individuals reaching 100 in the UK has doubled from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.

Between 2004 and 2024, the number of male centenarians has increased threefold from 910 to 3,100. Over the same years, the count of women aged 100 or over almost doubled from 7,400 to 13,600.

We are excited to hear from centenarians, their family or close ones, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s seismic events and changes.

Thinking Back: Your Wisdom

Thinking back over the years, what wisdom would you give to your youthful version? What is your recipe to a lengthy lifespan? Tell us your thoughts.

Contribute Your Journey

Describe your journey of living as a centenarian in the submission area.

Please share your story 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 encrypted. We will exclusively employ the information you provide for the aim of this story.

How to Reach Us

  • Full name
  • Place of residence
  • Tell us a bit about yourself (e.g., years lived and occupation) – Not required
  • Share your experience of reaching centenarian status – Please include as much detail as possible
  • Share an image – Optional (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
  • Contact details – phone number and email address – If you choose

Sharing Your Response

May we share your story?

  1. Yes, without restrictions
  2. Yes, but notify me beforehand
  3. Yes, but please keep me anonymous
  4. No, do not publish

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  • On-camera interview
  • Both sound and visual
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Ashley Jenkins
Ashley Jenkins

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