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

Cool Cricket

  Birmingham, United Kingdom
Male, 37

I am Chris. I am deaf and cereal palsy. I like to watch movies, tbh shows and sport. I like to travel. I love sports.

Languages: English

Bonsai Rich

  Brandon, United Kingdom
Male, 39

Hello. I love to learn and I am fascinated with Japanese culture. I love food, books, music, movies, nature and my wife. I work in paper envelope manufacturing. I hope to visit Japan soon because I am in love with the rich heritage and tradition and ...

Languages: English, Japanese

CC121

  Glasgow, United Kingdom
Female, 58

Hi There, It’s great to be here! I’m a positive person and one of my favourite things to do is walk my Labrador! I’m friendly and sociable, enjoy eating out, trying to get fitter. I like cooking, reading, chatting, personal development, big on ...

Languages: English

Antplant

  Sleaford, United Kingdom
Male, 58

I enjoy travelling and meeting people. My job has taken me to lots of interesting countries which has been fantastic. I love getting out in nature, spontaneous road trips, and mystery tours. I like to play guitar, ride my motorcycles, crafts and hobb...

Languages: English

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  Northall, United Kingdom
Male, 62

Hi, active gent who likes sailing around the oceans, Although slightly older I like to keep fit and always enjoy the outdoors life, I’m happiest in the countryside or being on the boat, I also enjoy reading, photography and nature, getting to know ...

Languages: English

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  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

VIOLETRUBY

  SALTCOATS AYRSHIRE, United Kingdom
Female, 45

female snail mailers wanted for long regular chatty letters, I,m a quirky gal who enjoys going round vintage and thrift stores looking for unusual things. I like to take re-energizing walks on the beach watching the waves and talking to passing dogs....

Languages: English

Tish.T

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 22

Hey! My name is Patricija, I'd describe myself as someone who is curious about the world and all the new things you can learn in one lifetime. I love hiking in nature, camping, writing stories and cooking for people. I dream of having a garden of my ...

Languages: English, Russian

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  Thirsk, United Kingdom
Male, 41

I’m a very open minded and quite funny person, I like to discover new things and hear about different experiences. I’m interested in many things, the main ones being languages, sports, reading and travelling. I spend my time either working out, r...

Languages: English, Spanish, German, Greek

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