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

Lohad

  United Kingdom
Male, 34

I enjoy going for hikes, walking my dog, photography and watching movies. I am kind and easy going, will talk to anyone

Languages: English

Shaiya

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 21

A little about me: I love to write and I’m currently working on a romantasy book I hope to publish. I enjoy reading and exploring new genres, learning new things, and journaling or writing poetry. I recently started ballet and love it. I enjoy rewa...

Languages: English

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  thurso, United Kingdom
Male, 22

i am welsh/scottish. i am a very keen surfer and lifeguard. i am studying physics. i aspire to be a pilot

Languages: English, Welsh

Kerryann

  Hampshire, United Kingdom
Female, 61

I am a thoughtful and reflective person who enjoys meaningful conversation and learning from others. I value calm, balance and staying curious about the world.I enjoy going to the theatre and listening to music across many different genres. I like li...

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

Mikey D Magic

  Liverpool, United Kingdom
Male, 60

I'm humorous and good company. I am addicted to football and red wine. I love walking and intelligent conversation- nights out and nights in. I enjoy travel and am in love with the Mediterranean Sea. I like language and experiencing other cultures.

Languages: English

Brennie69

  Camberwell, United Kingdom
Male, 56

I am a chatty 56yo male from South London looking to share interests in penpal letter form with guys of a similar age and older across the world as I am now an avid writer and my collection of fountain pens, inks and stationery is growing. I like wat...

Languages: English

pen2paper

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Female, 41

I like to read, make mini cross-stitch cards, learn foreign languages e.g. Spanish. I also speak German but my mother tongue is English. I like to travel. I have been to many countries in Europe, as well as Australia and America. I like walking and c...

Languages: English, German, Spanish, French

Nellie Pledge

  Liverpool, United Kingdom
Female, 71

I'm an old girl who needs a male penpal with whom to correspond .....I very much live in the past and wish I had a time machine that could transport me back there I am an anxious, nervous person but can be your dearest friend I love watching TV and h...

Languages: English

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  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