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

Mack by Mack

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 51

“the unexamined life is not worth living.” I consider myself a curious and friendly person who enjoys conversations. If I can't find one to my tastes, I always have books as a plan B. It would be great to connect with people who like sharing sto...

Languages: English, Irish (Gaelic)

batu95

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 30

Hi there! I'm a curious and open-minded individual with a passion for learning and connecting with others. I enjoy exploring different cultures, languages, and perspectives, and I believe that sharing experiences can truly broaden our understanding o...

Languages: English, German, Turkish

ElainUK

  Aylesbury, United Kingdom
Female, 38

I’m looking to make new friends that have similar or slightly different interests. These days I’m interested in learning about genealogy, world history, cultures, trying various recipes, reading books, boating. I’m interested in nature, sightse...

Languages: English, French

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  Belfast, United Kingdom
Male, 66

I believe I’m a kind, friendly and outgoing person. I’m well educated (BA Hon’s) but I prefer to work as a Carpenter. I enjoy being active – walking, running, swimming & cycling, but I also like reading, crafts, history and genealogy. I work ...

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 . I am only a basic member ...

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

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  Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Male, 59

I have a diverse level of interest, but am open to learning new areas within and beyond my current likes.I love travel, history and the arts, properly above all things. I am an intelligent, kind and caring type of person, who is open minded, but also...

Languages: English

Camper van man

  Durham, United Kingdom
Male, 75

I just Want a platonic pen-pal friendship mixed with compassion, sincerity, honesty, genuineness, good faith, integrity, mixed with a decent amount of good old-fashioned humour.I have a camper van and I love travelling and visiting historically plac...

Languages: English

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  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

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  Ipswich, United Kingdom
Male, 41

I'm Justin, an INFJ born in Wales, spent most of my life in England but lived in Dublin for a decade before coming back to England. I work in education.. I'd describe myself as sensitive, empathetic and open to new perspectives with strong morals and...

Languages: English, French, Irish (Gaelic)