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

Mr Optimistic Sponsor Badge

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 31

I spend a lot of my time reading. When I’m not working or reading I enjoy going for a run to clear my head.

Languages: English

Sonia.N

  Ealing, United Kingdom
Female, 55

Am interested in up-cycling, reading, crafting and occasionally some weird wacky stuff thrown in as well. Social history also appeals. Supporting my local community is also something that I hold close to my heart

Languages: English

Snoopypancake

  United Kingdom
Female, 18

Hello!! I enjoy reading, movies and creating even though I am terrible at it. I am a psychology student and I spend time with friends, museums and gardens. I believe friendship is very important no matter how small or short. I enjoy dancing in my roo...

Languages: English, Portuguese

SeonaidD

  Newmachar, United Kingdom
Female, 54

I live in the North of Scotland with my husband and two children aged 14 and 6 and work as a Mental Health Practitioner. In a previous life before raising a family, I was a Geographer, so I am interested in travel, languages, and cultures. My hobbies...

Languages: English, Spanish, French

Jmemeeee

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Male, 52

Relaxed happy chatty guy.like to travel when I can and learn new cultures. Play drums, archery like nature.

Languages: English, French, Mandarin

MelGR23

  Blackburn, United Kingdom
Female, 60

I'm married with 5 adult children & 4 young grandchildren. I took early retirement (Registered Nurse for many years & also a Health Visitor) but continue to work some shifts. I love animals: we have a dog, a cat & 2 guinea-pigs now. Previously had ot...

Languages: English, French

Maxwells

  Colchester, United Kingdom
Male, 53

I like to think I am a positive person with a good out look on life.I enjoy Motorsport and car shows but equally enjoy nature , walking in nature and the peace is amazing.Museums and history are a big passion of mine.I keep enjoying keeping in good s...

Languages: English

NathanRose

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 35

I’m based in the UK and enjoy good conversation, shared laughs, and learning how other people see the world. I’m naturally curious and enjoy exchanging thoughts beyond small talk — whether that’s about everyday life, travel, work, culture, or...

Languages: English

Scotia 65

  Scotland, United Kingdom
Female, 60

Fun loving, great sense of humour, honest and reliable. Love socialising although I do like to spend time alone now and then. Enjoy long walks along the beach.

Languages: English

Heather W

  Wick, United Kingdom
Female, 50

Due to some issues, I tend to be a stay-at-home, but that doesn't stop me from enjoying what I can in life. I'm a creative person and enjoy mail art, zines and creative art journaling. Reading, cult shows and movies, world music, foods and cultures. ...

Languages: English