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

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  Leighton buzzard, United Kingdom
Male, 22

I am from England but currently living in Australia and back home I enjoy being in the countryside and being around English tradition. I also love going into the city as it’s not far from me but I mostly enjoy a peaceful life being with family and ...

Languages: English, Russian, French

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

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  Luton, United Kingdom
Male, 74

Man married with wonderful wife ,but not much to do sometimes especially in the winter. Love my garden, so out there in the summer. I am a retired electrician and handy at repairing and mending things. My spelling it’s not great, but find I can us...

Languages: English

Gentleness

  Axminster, United Kingdom
Female, 61

I would describe myself as a kind, compassionate, thoughtful, intelligent lady with old fashioned values. I am a creative person working in the arts. I love animals especially dogs and donkeys. I have a dog who tells me who is boss. I am interested i...

Languages: English

LeeSouthern2000

  Sheffield, United Kingdom
Male, 35

Hey, I'm easy going and laid back. I'm fun to chat to and a good listener. I'm looking forward to meeting nice, genuine, people to be come good friends with and exchange emails with

Languages: English

Sian16

  Essex, United Kingdom
Female, 65

Hi I’m a friendly person looking for friendship only I have dogs so I’m a animal friendly person I like walking them I like music all easy listening and some classical like shopping reading writing theatre the sea Hopefully you will like some of ...

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

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  London, United Kingdom
Female, 34

A deep thinking science teacher who loves embracing creativity. Analytical, curious, whimsical with an old soul who longs for the simplicity and elegance of the Old World where letters were once hand written but also appreciates playstation (Big Meta...

Languages: English, Arabic, Spanish

Ian Haines

  Birkenhead, United Kingdom
Male, 65

I like reading books about the paranormal, quantum physics as it influences our understanding of the paranormal; afterlife matters/issues; self-defence; weight training; some survivalism; photography, psychology, the therapies and MOVIES, for sure - ...

Languages: English

GETRUDE

  Peterborough, United Kingdom
Female, 52

Imy leisure time, I pursue a range of hobbies and interests. I am an avid reader and enjoy exploring both fiction and non-fiction literature. Cooking and baking are activities I find both creative and rewarding. Additionally, I value outdoor activiti...

Languages: English, Shona