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

tannisha

  Coventry, United Kingdom
Female, 18

ermm i have a quiet personality ig just nonchalant and mysterious (real nonchalant dreadhead icl ) i LOVE animals and im studying to become a vet. PLEASE MESSAGE ME IF YOU LIKE MARINE BIOLIOGY SPECIFICALLY ORCAS i really want to send letters to som...

Languages: English, Norwegian, Russian

White Star Line

  Tillicoultry, United Kingdom
Male, 43

I am a quietish man who is very patient and friendly, who like being able to help others when I enjoys life as I take it. I have a great interest in history and exploring the different subjects, especially JFK and Titanic. I enjoy reading, travelling...

Languages: English

Lunarose333

  Warrington, United Kingdom
Female, 18

Hi, I’m Luna-Rose, an old soul from England, originally from Ireland. I studied Fine Art for two years with UAL, and I’m now venturing into the world of child psychology. I adore painting, baking, reading, film, photography, chess, travelling, an...

Languages: English, French, Italian, Irish (Gaelic)

Bradgate_Park_Navigator

  Loughborough, United Kingdom
Male, 25

Hi there! I am a nerd who interested in engineering and science ideas. From small tech gadgets to space rockets, I would love to spend all my time to invetigate and explore. During my spare time, I love to participate in community service and sport a...

Languages: Cantonese, English, Mandarin, French

Artisall

  Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Male, 70

I am retired from work. I used to work as a computer programmer. I have been passionate about art since my teenage years, and I regularly paint in oils. I love reading and writing. I am easy-going and I have a good sense of humour. I wish all the peo...

Languages: English, French

benlovescheese Sponsor Badge

  Salisbury, United Kingdom
Male, 21

I am an outgoing person who loves learning about languages and culture, i often spend my time listening to music, spending time in the community performing voluntary work, going on long walks and exploring new places. I am opening my eyes to opportun...

Languages: English, Spanish, German, French

Cultural Keepsake: my cat

Beholdengold

  Somewhere in Cornwall, United Kingdom
Male, 22

Hi my name is Joshua but you can call me josh for short I'm a sweet caring and intelligent person who loves retro gaming (my favourites being sega, nintendo and sony) I especially love my ps1 and gameboy color my other interests include music and I'm...

Languages: English, Spanish, Japanese

MarcUK

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 66

Hi, I've been on here before and have a few good friends, but now I'm retired I feel I have room for more. I'm looking for companionship and company. I consider myself an enthusiastic letter writer and am very reliable, I don't give up correspondence...

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

ShyMale Sponsor Badge

  West Sussex, United Kingdom
Male, 74

I like chocolate ice cream, the month of May, walking, an exciting movie, and people with a sense of humour. I have a PhD in procrastination, and a Masters in Bone Idleness.I don't like beetroot. I don't like carrots much, either. And I don't like it...

Languages: English