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

LadyKH Sponsor Badge

  Leeds, United Kingdom
Female, 43

I am married with children I used to like going on long walks but cant now due to many ongoing heath issues, However i do like to watch TV, listen to music and I love to write.I am a down to earth girl, I like to have a laugh and see friends.

Languages: English

anand12 Sponsor Badge

  Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Male, 37

I am a person who loves meeting new people and engage in interesting conversation. I have lived in two different countries, far from my home country, which allowed me to have an open mind and face several challenges of getting used to new culture. Bu...

Languages: English, Bengali, Hindi

cupofjoe

  Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Male, 24

Hi there, it's nice to meet you! I'm a journalist and uni student living in lovely Edinburgh, Scotland, looking to make new friends online. I'm pretty interested in a lot of things, so hopefully we'll have something to connect over -- try me! For som...

Languages: English, German, French, Ukrainian

Cameroncove Sponsor Badge

  East Grinstead, United Kingdom
Male, 22

Hi, I'm Cameron, an introverted but friendly university student (studying physics). I'm interested in most intellectual subjects - everything from history and politics to philosophy - and I'm always willing to learn something new. I read a lot outsid...

Languages: English, French

Cultural Keepsake: British Heritage Railways

Timmeh

  Norwich, United Kingdom
Male, 36

I'm an easy going guy who is curious about other countries and their culture, because of my love for anime and manga this started with Japan but from learning more about this it's made me interested to learn more and to make friends in other countrie...

Languages: English

Oxford lad

  Oxford, United Kingdom
Male, 58

I’m very outgoing like to keep fit love cooking especially for guests enjoy good company also love all animals

Languages: English

Chaza88 Sponsor Badge

  United Kingdom
Female, 67

I am a female I enjoy cooking, sports, music, and Boxing. I am looking for a penfriend who is honest and decent and does not smoke

Languages: English

Oscar27 Sponsor Badge

  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

Warriorprincess

  Ammanford, United Kingdom
Female, 61

I am a sports enthusiast running,gym,hiking I am an outdoor person and rather be outside than in the gym.I like reading,knitting,gardening ,cats the internet.Watching films or box series.I care for my husband who has a degenerate illness so life can ...

Languages: English

Andy 27 Sponsor Badge

  Harwood, United Kingdom
Male, 60

I consider myself friendly and chatty. I enjoy house renovation, walking and all sports. I support Manchester City,l work at Toolstation as a supervisor.This helps me with my house renovation.

Languages: English