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1. Decide which record you want to break
If you think you have what it takes to join our exclusive record-breaking club, then read on. There are thousands of records to choose from. You could gather a large group of people to break a mass participation record, or perhaps you have an unusual collection. You might even suggest something new. If this is the case, what we are looking for is a challenge that is inspiring, interesting, requires skill, and is likely to attract subsequent challenges from people all around the world.
2. Make an application
You need to contact us BEFORE you make your attempt - do not send us any evidence or documentation before we have assessed your proposal. Every Guinness World Record is governed by a unique set of rules that MUST be followed. You need to apply for these rules before you can make an attempt. If you have a new record idea, you need to find out if we have accepted your proposal before you attempt the record. If we like your idea, we will draw up rules specifically for your attempt in order to set a standard for all subsequent challenges. The easiest and fastest way to make an application is via our website. Click on the link that says 'Make a Record Attempt', which will take you to an online application form. You'll be asked to choose a password, which we will send you with a membership number to allow you access to our new tracking system. Through this you can monitor the progress of your claim and ask any questions about your record attempt. If you don't have internet access, you can contact us by mail. Ensure that you have provided adequate contact details. Please be aware that proposals received this way take much longer to process than those received via the website.
Our website:
www.guinnessworldrecords.com
Write to us:
Guinness World Records
338 Euston Road
London NW1 3BD
UK
Call us: +44 (0) 870 241 6632
Fax us: +44 (0) 20 7891 4501
3. Wait until you hear from us
Once your application has been processed, your proposal will be passed on to one of our specialist researchers. If the application is successful, we will contact you with the corresponding rules and regulations that must be strictly adhered to for the attempt to be considered. We'll also send you some general guidelines that explain the evidence you need to provide to have your record attempt verified. If we reject your proposal we will explain why and, if appropriate, suggest an alternative idea.
4. Organising the record attempt
We can provide you with advice and guidance regarding record-related questions. As long as there is no violation of the guidelines, your record attempt can be organised in any way you choose. Guinness World Record adjudicators are able to attend events but we will charge a fee for this. Please remember that all record attempts are undertaken at the sole risk of the competitor and Guinness World Records cannot be held responsible for any liability arising out of any record attempt.
5. Have your attempt verified
Once you've completed your attempt, you must send us a package containing all the verification documents we have requested (i.e. photographs, videos, witness statements, and, where required, other more specialised items that will depend on your specific record attempt). All evidence must be sent to our mailing address, clearly marked with your membership number and claim identification number (which will have been provided in prior correspondence). If your claim passes all inspections, including a final scrutiny from the Keeper of the Records, you will be declared a Guinness
World Record holder! Please bear in mind that with over 60,000 claims coming in every year, it can take some time to process every claim - so please be patient!
6. Recognition of your attempt
All Guinness World Record holders receive a complimentary certificate to commemorate their achievement. We cannot guarantee that any specific record will appear in our book, as the record selection changes annually. But as long as you hold onto your current world record, there is always the chance that your record could appear in a future edition.
Good luck!
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