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

FriendbySnailMail

  Lincoln, United Kingdom
Female, 46

Married, INTJ, quirky, introvert face to face, nerd, geek, patient, curious, quiet life lover, anxiety, over thinker.. Love: Gardening, wildlife & garden bird watching, growing plants & veg, cooking, history, country music, sci-fi, fantasy, stickers,...

Languages: English

Elvisp

  Walton-on-Thames, United Kingdom
Male, 57

I enjoy writing and learning to play instruments. Enjoy long distance friendships via email/Internet. Spend my spare time on long walks alone or with my grown up children.

Languages: English

InkedNightJar

  Swansea, United Kingdom
Female, 27

Hello, potential friend! A little about me: the most important thing is I love reading and writing. It's a form of escape for me, but also a way to spill my thoughts and soul onto a page, especially when I can't make sense of them. When I'm not readi...

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

Deaconess

  Stornoway, United Kingdom
Female, 48

Down to earth,friendly,love to travel,and love learning languages,enjoy eating out,love to meet people.

Languages: English, Scottish Gaelic, Dutch, Portuguese

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  Warrington, United Kingdom
Female, 63

I am a positive person who enjoys living life to the full. I especially enjoy travelling both abroad as well as in the UK with my campervan so I can explore new places. I am happy being outdoors in the peace and quiet surrounded by nature. I also lov...

Languages: English

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  Belfast, United Kingdom
Male, 63

I am genuine down to earth with a good sense of humour. I enjoy travel.I enjoy theatre and shows.

Languages: English

That Rainbow Penpal Sponsor Badge

  London, United Kingdom
Unspecified, 31

Hey there! I love the thrill of coming home to a letter. Reading a letter that makes me feel like I could be sitting next to the person is my favourite thing.I collect stationery whilst travelling around the world. Most recently, I enjoyed collecting...

Languages: English

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  Liverpool, United Kingdom
Female, 59

I enjoy spending time with my other half, family and friends. I enjoy Tai Chi, walks, reading, cinema, theatre, concerts, museums, local history and general history. I enjoy holidays and short trips away.. Recently I’ve been to Whitby in Yorkshire...

Languages: English

Cultural Keepsake: Steam Train in Pickering Yorkshire England

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  London, United Kingdom
Male, 59

I am single, I live in London and I work in the legal profession. I tend to work long hours, but they do say that a busy mind is a happy mind. I am very interested in other cultures and other ways of life.

Languages: English