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

Taragirl55 Sponsor Badge

  Bradford, United Kingdom
Female, 55

Hi am genuine abit shy kind caring gosh person likes reading travel pets music films walks nature cooking etc...

Languages: English

ewanrhun

  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

Rolling hills Sponsor Badge

  Dawlish, United Kingdom
Female, 50

Gentle soul, looking to connect with other people across the globe. I’m into reading, watching documentaries especially travel ones. I enjoy getting out into the great outdoors, walking in the beautiful countryside where I live. Any other gentle so...

Languages: English

Camper van man

  Durham, United Kingdom
Male, 75

I just Want a platonic pen-pal friendship mixed with compassion, sincerity, honesty, genuineness, good faith, integrity, mixed with a decent amount of good old-fashioned humour.I have a camper van and I love travelling and visiting historically plac...

Languages: English

IndianCuckHubby

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 46

I'm naturally curious and love exploring ideas across different fields. I work as a data professional, which keeps my analytical side sharp, but I also enjoy cooking (experimenting with Indian and fusion recipes), exploring art, and diving into spiri...

Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi

Grey1977

  Aylesbury, United Kingdom
Male, 48

People say im kind and caring and will help anybody in need, have a dry and sometimes dark sense of humour. Love to travel and take quick weekends away. Fascinated by ww2 history

Languages: English

Snos

  Braintree, United Kingdom
Male, 41

I love learning. New language, new sport, new knowledge! Avid reader and part time writer. Just got back from a 3 month travel in south east asia, so travelling is very high on my likes

Languages: English, Spanish

puzzle26

  England, United Kingdom
Female, 29

Not sure what to write because I don't know either. I enjoy puzzles 100-200 pieces. I used to like watching movies, but it is one of activities I became selective after the pandemic. It became more peaceful. I enjoy reading more. I'm looking for hobb...

Languages: English

Purple Sparrow

  Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Female, 36

Hi everyone ! Originally from Poland but living in Scotland for a decade now! I’m naturally quite introverted and prefer a small, close circle of friends rather than a large social one. Once I’m comfortable, I’m bubbly, open, and enjoy good con...

Languages: Polish, English

Scorpion Sponsor Badge

  Waterfoot Rossendale, United Kingdom
Male, 69

Would be nice to correspond with any people that are interested in writing and sharing their story. I am a good listener and I like to help people if I can. I live alone, with my lovely dog and she takes good care of me! I am an outdoor person and l...

Languages: English