United Kingdom Penpals

United Kingdom Penpals — connect with writers across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Share everyday life, books and music, football and local traditions, and explore historic towns and modern cities. Choose postal mail or online messages and build long‑term friendships while practising English.

Find penpals in the United Kingdom

Write with penfriends across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. You can share everyday life in historic towns and modern cities: books and music scenes, football, study and work, coastal walks and local traditions such as Bonfire Night or Hogmanay.

Topics people often share

  • School, university and apprenticeships
  • Books, music and theatre
  • Sport, countryside walks and local travel
  • Festivals and regional traditions

Getting started

  • Start with a friendly introduction and a couple of simple questions
  • Share interests, not personal contact details
  • Decide together on online chat or letters by post
  • Be patient with time zones and reply times

Explore the profiles below and say hello to thoughtful UK penpals.

Penpals from United Kingdom

Mr Optimistic Sponsor Badge

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 31

I spend a lot of my time reading. When I’m not working or reading I enjoy going for a run to clear my head.

Languages: English

AGirlNamedHope

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 40

Curious. Laidback. Music lover. Sun seeker. Open minded. Eternal optimist. Trying to stay present. Think a little too much (sometimes). Waffle a little too much (often). Searching for something (finding lots of other things). Easy going. Following my...

Languages: English, Spanish

dedennedillo Sponsor Badge

  Newbury, United Kingdom
Unspecified, 18

A good chunk of my time is spent 3D modelling birds on the computer. But I do make time for the old footpath nearby. I'm mostly fine by myself... but I do like to connect from time to time. I would like to connect with the world.

Languages: English

Kai_Ett Sponsor Badge

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 24

I’m a recent BA Geography graduate, who after a few months of work started a masters in Climate Change! I grew up in London and love travelling, playing tennis, watching F1, photography and spending time with my friends of course! I would say I am...

Languages: English, German

Brit3368 Sponsor Badge

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 37

I'm a proud Londoner, but I have a deep passion for travel and exploring new places, always curious to hear stories and perspectives from around the globe.In my downtime, I'm an enthusiastic walker and a self-proclaimed foodie, happiest when finding ...

Languages: English

SteveJ66 Sponsor Badge

  Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Male, 59

I have a diverse level of interest, but am open to learning new areas within and beyond my current likes.I love travel, history and the arts, properly above all things. I am an intelligent, kind and caring type of person, who is open minded, but also...

Languages: English

GoldenHourUnknown Sponsor Badge

  Cardiff, United Kingdom
Female, 20

I’m Welsh, so yes, I’ve seen Gavin & Stacey more times than I’d like to admit and will forever defend Barry as an elite location. I’m usually quiet at first, but once I’m comfortable I become outgoing, loud, and a bit of a goofball. Music i...

Languages: English, Welsh, Spanish

CS15

  Monk Fryston, United Kingdom
Male, 44

I am looking to connect with people all over the world, I live in the north of the UK, try to travel a lot, often to the Netherlands to explore. In my spare time I go walking with my dog, watch films, play games, read and love to eat out.

Languages: English, Dutch

Mikey D Magic

  Liverpool, United Kingdom
Male, 60

I'm humorous and good company. I am addicted to football and red wine. I love walking and intelligent conversation- nights out and nights in. I enjoy travel and am in love with the Mediterranean Sea. I like language and experiencing other cultures.

Languages: English

PinkPink

  North West, United Kingdom
Female, 42

Undertaker from The North! I love gigs, the outdoors, family, and helping others. I run my own community organisation in my spare time and would love to hear from others who do the same!

Languages: English