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

shamayim Sponsor Badge

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 23

Interests: Sailing, Beekeeping, Judaica, Indology, Linguistics, Religion, Economics.Postgraduate Student in London.

Languages: English, Hebrew, Arabic, Urdu

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

KJP

  Nottingham, United Kingdom
Male, 44

Just a little about me I guess...I'm fascinated by people and I love nothing more than conversations where I can waffle on about everything and nothing with someone like-minded. I like the idea of swapping endless messages with someone and enjoy the ...

Languages: English

Devvyy

  Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Male, 28

I spend time when I'm not working summoning demons and also choosing who lives and who dies (IYKYK) An avid gamer who runs weekly games through my online community, I also play an array of other games and am my communites Raid Leader in-game.

Languages: English

Melize

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 20

Hi! I'm a curious person that loves to learn more of the world, and am a fashion design student.At the moment, I'm trying to learn German,it's type of dialects, as well as improve my Japanese. I love creating trinkets! It's a cute hobby using beads t...

Languages: English

Sefraca Sponsor Badge

  United Kingdom
Female, 30

Hi! I’m Selina and I am a cat lady! When I don’t craft, read, try a new recipe or play video games, I like to travel. I’ve been to 17 countries so far and still have a long list left to explore. I’d love to find someone who enjoys sharing sto...

Languages: English, German

Whimsical Explorer Sponsor Badge

  Worrall, United Kingdom
Male, 49

I can be cautious and introvert but I'm curious minded and enjoy going on walks in the beautiful countryside near my home. I'm just as happy staying in and listening to music, watching TV and movies, reading and writing as I am going outside for grea...

Languages: English, Japanese, Latvian, German

benlovescheese Sponsor Badge

  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

Midgetsquid

  Kilmarnock, United Kingdom
Female, 28

Hiya, I live in Scotland and I'm an introverted person who likes to keep to myself mostly. I love chatting with people and would love to travel the world with someone, or multiple. I'm not a drinker or clubber, I'd much rather go a drive and grab ...

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