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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  Wymondham, United Kingdom
Female, 48

I am a very open and honest person who enjoys learning, world cultures, the outdoors, art, music and theatre. I also love to stay healthy doing lots of walking and cycling. In the future I'd like to start swimming and running again.

Languages: English

DanScienceGuy

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 51

Hi, I'm Dan from England. Im a science professor and am often stuck in my ivory tower. It would be great to talk to people to rescue me from this fate. Addicted to reading (sci -fi, classics, non fiction) , addicted to Netflix, and a bit of a foodie.

Languages: English

RT05

  Blackpool, United Kingdom
Male, 21

I play rugby every weekend I like to travel when I can and I love watching martial arts.

Languages: English

linave

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 18

I'm currently a gap year student, trying to occupy myself with things to do so I do not go crazy bored lol

Languages: English, Arabic, Dutch

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  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

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

FLANRA

  Barnsley, United Kingdom
Male, 47

Outgoing, friendly, chatty. Willing to discuss anything apart from politics or religion. Love a good laugh:)

Languages: English

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  St Helens, United Kingdom
Female, 52

Kind, caring, helpful, intelligent, respectful, lots of interests and hobbies over the years. I love intelligent conversation.

Languages: English

zuuuu

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 29

I’m a bubbly, curious person who loves the simple joys of life and learning new things. I enjoy reading, collecting fun facts, and quietly researching whatever sparks my interest. I love exploring new places, hiking, and rollerblading, as well as s...

Languages: Romanian, English, Spanish

Heather W

  Wick, United Kingdom
Female, 50

Due to some issues, I tend to be a stay-at-home, but that doesn't stop me from enjoying what I can in life. I'm a creative person and enjoy mail art, zines and creative art journaling. Reading, cult shows and movies, world music, foods and cultures. ...

Languages: English