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

SteveJ66 Sponsor Badge

  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

Sky87

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 38

I love writing my own poarty I have a daughter. I go shopping quiet a lot. I'm bubbly out going, easy to talk to, loves a bit of banter and I wear my heart on my sleeve. People will say I always think about others. And I help others too

Languages: English

Roberto711M Sponsor Badge

  Telford, United Kingdom
Male, 59

I love interesting conversations about the world, I like to think there is more to the world than what you see, I was recently diagnosed with autism. I love motorcycles and old cars, steam engine and all types of machines, as an ex mechanic I have a ...

Languages: English

Cultural Keepsake: Telford steam railway

Chris47

  Howden, United Kingdom
Male, 48

Hi I like walking in the local countryside watching movies and most sports.I like ti think im a fairly funny nice guy.

Languages: English

Grey77

  Guilford, United Kingdom
Male, 48

Work full time in the automotive industry and have always wanted to learn French but struggle. Spare time is spent hiking, diy, and normal daily chores, into a wide range of music and movies

Languages: English, French

Summers 2026

  Leeds, United Kingdom
Female, 38

I’m a nice caring kind woman a nice friend to have I like keeping fit looking good a good listener

Languages: English

Alex in the UK

  Gravesend, United Kingdom
Male, 49

I’m a thoughtful, curious person who enjoys meaningful conversation and learning how others see the world. I probably overthink things, but I enjoy exploring ideas, stories, and what gives life purpose.I spend my time balancing family life, work, a...

Languages: English

The Scotsman Sponsor Badge

  Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Male, 41

Born and raised in Bonnie Scotland. Enjoy meeting new people, travelling and going on adventures. Love the outdoors and if I am not at home you will find me out in the hills/mountains hiking, going to beaches for a swim or just exploring somewhere ne...

Languages: English

MrC88

  West Drayton, United Kingdom
Male, 37

Hi everyone. Just a fellow Brit here looking to make friends and to expand my horizons. We can have deep and meaningful conversations or just happy go lucky ones. You’re welcome to share your thoughts, be yourself even if you think you’re a littl...

Languages: English, Bengali, Urdu, Hindi

Paulinamariam

  Hayes, United Kingdom
Female, 31

A mum of three on a journey back to herself—learning, laughing, and always happy to make new friends. art , and coffee lover . Passionate about travelling and learning

Languages: English, Polish