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

Muttley88 Sponsor Badge

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Male, 37

I'm easy to get along with. Easy to talk to. I enjoy meeting new people. I enjoy music and film. I have social anxiety so this is good for me. Let's have a chat and be friends. I have an eclectic taste in music. I spend a lot of time on my own so thi...

Languages: English, French, Spanish

Francophile UK

  Sheffield, United Kingdom
Male, 71

I enjoy walking on the beach, history, writing murder/mystery stories, reading, walking in the countryside, travelling and receiving snail mail.

Languages: English

Lilyloo

  United Kingdom
Female, 18

I love sewing and I’m very interested in costume design for film- especially historical/ period outfits! I love watching films and series- I’ll watch basically anything from something like Studio Ghibli, to period dramas, to horror films. I also ...

Languages: English

Ahesa Sponsor Badge

  Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom
Female, 41

I’m a nurturing, curious and open-hearted person with who loves living a satvic, nature-connected life. As a mom of three, I cherish simple moments, cosy routines and creating a peaceful home filled with laughter, gratitude and growth. I’m passio...

Languages: English, Russian, Lithuanian

politico88

  Hastings, United Kingdom
Male, 37

Currently living in London. Formerly based in Brussels, I’ve got a soft spot for all things Europe, especially Belgium, France, the Netherlands and Germany. A proud (beginner!) fitness geek, I’ve finally conquered the 5K, love a good gym session,...

Languages: English

K1R5T7 Sponsor Badge

  Ryde, United Kingdom
Female, 25

I would describe myself as a bubbly, and shy character. I like to spend my time reading, cooking, baking or hiking. I sometimes go online and learn Spanish & German. I mostly just love watching tv series or films. For example: sci fi films/ series, a...

Languages: English

RetroFan1984

  Newark, United Kingdom
Male, 23

Hi! I was born and grew up in Derbyshire, England and now I live in Nottinghamshire. I would describe myself as a highly creative individual with a wide variety of interests. I enjoy classic films & cartoons, digital art, vintage sci-fi, animals, co...

Languages: English

Faye Francis Sponsor Badge

  York, United Kingdom
Female, 36

I don't take life too seriously outside of work. I enjoy my own company and during the winter months I like to sit in a cozy cafe and relax with a warm got chocolate. I have recently discovered travel and therefore open to exploring the world when I ...

Languages: English, Spanish

LittleMissSunshine

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 48

I'm a friendly English woman, open-minded, deep-thinking and curious. My interests are many and varied and I love hearing about other people's passions. Someone once described me as "Unfailingly kind, but with a little wicked side". I love walking, r...

Languages: English

BillyBonney

  Sheppy, United Kingdom
Male, 55

Easy going, friendly. Good sense of humour. Deep thinker. Love talking about all sorts of subjects.

Languages: English