Yes. In England, Wales and Northern Ireland you must be over 18, and in Scotland you must be over 16. There is one main exception to this rule and that is for members of the Armed Forces who are on active duty. They are able to make a special Will when they are 17.
There is no upper age limit for making a Will.
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