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

Hemingway Sponsor Badge

  Glasgow, United Kingdom
Male, 56

"Own only what you can always carry with you: know languages, know countries, know people. Let your memory be your travel bag" Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn.Born in London, having since traveled & lived in numerous countries, I now live in the beautiful Cit...

Languages: English, German, Spanish, Croatian

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

mrdibbs

  Portsmouth, United Kingdom
Male, 61

i am interested in getting to know other cultures and customs ,spend my time listening to music and computers, and looking at nature. when i am not working

Languages: English

sophi13

  Stafford, United Kingdom
Female, 19

Hi- I'm Sophie! I'm currently on a gap year and looking for a pen pal to regularly exchange handwritten letters with! I love learning about different parts of the world and find so much joy in writing and receiving letters. A little about me: I'm an ...

Languages: English

Wolfpack Sponsor Badge

  Bungay, United Kingdom
Male, 55

Im an easy going guy with a sense of humour.I I love gaming and listening to music especially Rock. Im a big kid at heart who tries not to take life to seriously unless i really have to.I have a canine best friend called Pip and I suffer from depres...

Languages: English

MarcUK

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 66

Hi, I've been on here before and have a few good friends, but now I'm retired I feel I have room for more. I'm looking for companionship and company. I consider myself an enthusiastic letter writer and am very reliable, I don't give up correspondence...

Languages: English

Joe90

  Ashington, United Kingdom
Male, 57

Hi! I enjoy the simple pleasures in life. I’m happiest when I’m outdoors, staying active, or just enjoying some fresh air. That said, I also appreciate quiet nights in with a good film, great food, and even better company.I love a good laugh and ...

Languages: English

AtlanticOcean

  Cheddar, United Kingdom
Female, 80

I enjoy walking, Scottish Country Dancing and socialising/eating out with small groups of friends, which I prefer to large gatherings. In this, I would say I am not an introvert, rather, I am confident and talkative socially (and generally), though ...

Languages: English

F0xGl0ve

  Ewell, United Kingdom
Female, 19

I’m quite calm and easygoing. My interests are varied and eclectic, so I love learning about new things. But my strongest interest and hobby is reading - especially the classics.

Languages: English, French

overcooked

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 18

hey! My name is Sam, and I love to cook, do art, run, row, dance and of course hang out with friends! I love going out and i would love to meet new friends on this website!

Languages: English, German, French