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

Sally13

  Lincoln, United Kingdom
Female, 52

I love nature, reading and comedy shows. The sky is my absolute favourite thing; when I look at clouds they make me happy :D Trees and birds are very cool as well. I love watching crows and pigeons go about their business. Life long Kate Bush fan; al...

Languages: English, French

Cameron Fender

  Jedburgh, United Kingdom
Male, 28

Hi there, I am very shy but looking to reach out and make friends from different places. Looking to build self confidence and gain friends I can have for a long time. Id like to keep in touch frequently with people who I share interests with.

Languages: English

Scottish.Gavin Sponsor Badge

  Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Male, 41

Born and raised in Scotland Outgoing guy with a good sense of humour, don’t take life too seriously as we are only here for a short time so I like to make the most of it. Enjoy meeting new people, travelling and love the outdoors. You will most lik...

Languages: English

Joe90

  Ashington, United Kingdom
Male, 57

Hi! I enjoy the simple pleasures in life. I’m happiest when I’m outdoors, staying active, or just enjoying some fresh air. That said, I also appreciate quiet nights in with a good film, great food, and even better company.I love a good laugh and ...

Languages: English

Wolfpack Sponsor Badge

  Bungay, United Kingdom
Male, 55

Im an easy going guy with a sense of humour.I I love gaming and listening to music especially Rock. Im a big kid at heart who tries not to take life to seriously unless i really have to.I have a canine best friend called Pip and I suffer from depres...

Languages: English

Bookish24

  Newcastle, United Kingdom
Male, 36

I am a native English speaker who loves reading, drawing/painting, writing and cooking. I have an interest in history and cinema, and would be happy to discuss these interests with anyone. I can also try to help with English!Even after sending a vi...

Languages: English, French, German

the whisperer101 Sponsor Badge

  Glasgow, United Kingdom
Female, 18

Hi, I am Cici! To be honest, I do not have many things to put into my bio. I enjoy to read books and write small stories consisting of characters I have created. I love watching movies of all genres and going out. If we ever talk, I would love to kno...

Languages: English, Spanish

Cultural Keepsake: My cat

Carla Gezellig

  Preston, United Kingdom
Female, 52

I moved country long time ago and since then I wasn't able to get a real,true friendship,I used to be very social and active but time and relocation changed a little my way to be.I like music,dancing,cooking and travelling,im trying to learn Spanish

Languages: Italian, English

Zofia_h

  Glasgow, United Kingdom
Female, 22

Bubbly personality but very introverted. I like to read and paint in my spare time between work but also love to learn new things. I have a big interest of history behind languages and also anything to do with antiques as i think modern things have l...

Languages: Polish, English

LittleMissSunshine

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 48

I'm a friendly English woman, open-minded, deep-thinking and curious. My interests are many and varied and I love hearing about other people's passions. Someone once described me as "Unfailingly kind, but with a little wicked side". I love walking, r...

Languages: English