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

Angelcake71 Sponsor Badge

  Dorset, United Kingdom
Female, 54

A little bit outgoing, short in size (5'2) but I make up for it with my sparkling personality and sense of fun. I enjoy travelling, although plans to go places are currently on hold due to the current situation. I enjoy theme parks, and had a blast...

Languages: English, French

T14A Sponsor Badge

  Belfast, United Kingdom
Male, 66

I believe I’m a kind, friendly and outgoing person. I’m well educated (BA Hon’s) but I prefer to work as a Carpenter. I enjoy being active – walking, running, swimming & cycling, but I also like reading, crafts, history and genealogy. I work ...

Languages: English

Saffie44

  Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom
Female, 44

I’m a fun bubbly person who is looking to make some friends around the world . I love to get know other cultures .

Languages: English, Turkish

Big gabby

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 49

I'm a down-to-earth person. I have a great mindset that attracts interesting people. I like to stay fit and do anything that improves my overall well-being. I enjoy having meaningful and positive conversations. I really enjoy drawing and painting.

Languages: English, Latvian

wishful_thinker Sponsor Badge

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 43

Creating memories to cherish the moments. We have different language, genres, feelings, but we write one thing in common...

Languages: English, Indian

EAHF Sponsor Badge

  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

Rose Dianne

  .., United Kingdom
Female, 20

Hi .rose here!An old soul, trapped in the wrong time.Literature, philosophy, cinemaand unnecessary complexity.Some random facts about me:I love putting my hand into bags of grains.I’m into ghosts, the uncanny, and hidden worlds.️Currently writing...

Languages: English

Iota22

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 21

Hey there :) I study mathematics and physics, tell me about your passions! What brings your the most joy?

Languages: English, Korean, Mandarin

Fabi1ana

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Female, 24

I’m a very bubbly person who tends to be curious about a lot of things. My hobbies is doing nails and going to the gym. I spend my time watching series, coz if not I’ll either be sleeping or eating.

Languages: English, Portuguese, Korean, Spanish

Caelirosa Sponsor Badge

  Chesterfield, United Kingdom
Male, 42

Traditional Pisces through and through. Sometimes aloof or daydreaming, thinking up stories which maybe one day I'll pen. Happy to chat about anything. Love Reading, Movies, Gaming and Food. I take Taekwondo classes and slowly getting more proficien...

Languages: English