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

According to recent data, the number of centenarians in the UK has increased twofold from 8,300 in 2004 to 16,600 in 2024.

From 2004 and 2024, the total of men aged 100 or over has tripled from 910 to 3,100. During the identical period, the count of female centenarians increased by nearly 100% from 7,400 to 13,600.

We are eager to hear from centenarians, their family or friends, about what it has been like to bear witness to the past century’s major happenings and developments.

Reflecting: Your Wisdom

In retrospect, what advice would you give to your younger self? What is your secret to a long life? Tell us your thoughts.

Tell Your Story

Share your experience of reaching 100 years in the provided form.

Please tell us about yourself if you are 18 or over, without revealing your identity if you wish.

Your submissions, which can be confidential, are protected as the submission method is encrypted. We will solely utilize the data you provide for the purpose of this story.

Contact Information

  • Name
  • Where do you live?
  • Share some background (e.g., age and what you do) – Not required
  • Share your experience of being a centenarian – Please include as much detail as possible
  • Share an image – Voluntary (maximum file size: 5.7 MB)
  • Contact details – phone number and contact email – Voluntary

Sharing Your Response

Are you open to publication?

  1. Yes, fully
  2. Yes, but notify me beforehand
  3. Yes, but maintain my anonymity
  4. No, do not publish

Further Involvement

Would you like to participate in multimedia features?

  • Sound recording only
  • On-camera interview
  • Both sound and visual
  • Not at this time

By submitting your response, you are agreeing to provide your information for this project.

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Troy Smith
Troy Smith

A passionate travel writer and local expert, sharing her love for Italian culture and hidden gems around Lake Como.