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

Doc999

  Llanelli, United Kingdom
Male, 63

I spend my time looking for plants and trying to identify them and their uses and importance. I am an avid environmentalist and I try to help nature any way I can. My secondary interest is philosophy - i try through study to find a meaning to my life...

Languages: English

Cheryl8986

  Wells, United Kingdom
Female, 61

I am a housewife, married with two grown up sons. I have a granddaughter. I am a homely person who likes cooking and baking, reading, cinema, movies, theatre, trips away, holidays. I like to draw and paint. I like redecorating. I like to go out for m...

Languages: English

Uncle Bulgaria

  Nottingham, United Kingdom
Male, 67

Now that I'm retired, I have a lot of free time. I'm interested in connecting with people who live anywhere, especially in places I've never been to, whether it's the UK or around the world.

Languages: English, French, German, Bulgarian

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  South hams, United Kingdom
Female, 19

Hi ! I’m looking for a pen pal from Korea or Japan , within the age range stated !! I enjoy watching anime and experiencing nature and going on nice walks. I prefer the winter over summer! I am very kind and can listen about all sorts of problems a...

Languages: English, French, Korean

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  United Kingdom
Female, 31

Hi! I’m Selina and I am a cat lady! When I don’t craft, read, try a new recipe or play video games, I like to travel. I’ve been to 17 countries so far and still have a long list left to explore. I’d love to find someone who enjoys sharing sto...

Languages: English, German

Italic nib

  Glasgow, United Kingdom
Male, 63

When it comes to writing the greatest gift you can give someone is your time. Time spent in writing but also time spent in reading. There is a trend in cooking which goes away from the burger to slowly cooked meals. It is called "slow food". If yo...

Languages: English, French

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  London, United Kingdom
Male, 56

I enjoy getting to know new people and sharing stories. I also like to laugh as well as swap thoughts and ideas.My hobbies include watching movies, gardening, trying new foods and scrolling YouTube mainly when I'm bored.

Languages: English

Scottish lad 77

  Glasgow, United Kingdom
Male, 48

Hi there I’m a quiet fun guy who loves nature and the outdoors I sadly suffer from a lack of self confidence. I’d love to hear from anyone who would like to chat with someone like me . I look forward to your message

Languages: English

Jamsi

  Cardiff, United Kingdom
Female, 32

Hello there! I'm Jamsi (nickname) I enjoy writing and exchanging letters and would love to send postcards too! I'm usually a shy person, but am chatty with those I get to know, and the words flow easier in letters for me. I work as a midwife and in m...

Languages: English, Welsh

Prestonian

  Preston, United Kingdom
Male, 60

Quick witted and enjoy to laugh. well travelled. Love to discover things about different people and their countries and customs. Avid reader. Like nature and respect wildlife. I also like dogs. Sadly my dog passed away a few years ago.

Languages: English