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

HollyH

  Wales, United Kingdom
Female, 34

I am or like to think that I'm a funny gal, I love to make people smile and laugh. I think I'm quite a unique sort, possibly slightly mad but in a good way!! Wildlife/animal/nature obsessed, always have been. I went through an extreme obsession with ...

Languages: English, Welsh, Swahili, German

Eternally Optimistic yet.. Sponsor Badge

  Birmingham, United Kingdom
Male, 46

I am an eternal optimist....honestly! I'm Cancerian, so we are quite emotionally driven and can be the best friend anyone can have. Like cats, we are loyal and caring, yet somewhat introverted at times.I would like to think I have an 'off-centre' typ...

Languages: English, Punjabi

OnlyMe

  Near London, United Kingdom
Male, 69

In my free time I enjoy reading, writing, travelling, music, sport, art, studying languages (although I have absolutely no talent for learning them) and many other things. I am friendly, easy going and open minded. In recent years I have spent some ...

Languages: English, Russian, Spanish

YogijustbackfromNZ

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 42

I've just returned from living in NZ. I'd like to meet some nice people around London to be friends with. I'm measured and don't like to rush anything. I enjoy most company and thoughtful interaction. I'm taking a bit of a mid career break and potter...

Languages: English, Hindi

Globalhippy Sponsor Badge

  Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Female, 35

Hey! I’m an outgoing girl from the UK! I would loveTo connect with people from around the world, I have a diverse background being half Mauritian and half Swedish and would love to explore this further with people. I speak fluent English and French...

Languages: English, French, Norwegian

Scotia 65

  Scotland, United Kingdom
Female, 60

Fun loving, great sense of humour, honest and reliable. Love socialising although I do like to spend time alone now and then. Enjoy long walks along the beach.

Languages: English

Muttley88 Sponsor Badge

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Male, 37

I'm easy to get along with. Easy to talk to. I enjoy meeting new people. I enjoy music and film. I have social anxiety so this is good for me. Let's have a chat and be friends. I have an eclectic taste in music. I spend a lot of time on my own so thi...

Languages: English, French, Spanish

LivvyKC Sponsor Badge

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Female, 24

My main passion is film - last year I watched over a hundred films and I want to do the same this year. I also love to read - especially translated Japanese fiction and contemporary literature. I scrapbook every big event in my life and love to craft...

Languages: English, German, Japanese

Keykey06

  COVENTRY, United Kingdom
Female, 19

My interests/ hobbies are I love sanrio mainly have a huge favourites for hello kitty, my Melody and Kuromi! , I love to watch anime, I love listening to music mainly alternative, I love to write, watch romcons, play online games like Minecraft, I us...

Languages: English

Debbie SW

  Newbridge, Callington, United Kingdom
Female, 56

I am a happy go lucky type of person and love enjoying life. I love decorating, gardening and most of all family time with my kids. I especially love going to zoos and travelling. I have two dogs whom I love dearly. I live in the countryside alongsid...

Languages: English