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

LettersAreAwesome

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 44

I am pretty laid back & chilled. I do not like to judge and am pretty open minded and love meeting new people. I love History, football (soccer), swimming, walking, travelling/sightseeing, cooking and reading. I am interested in meeting new people, l...

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

LittleMissSunshine

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 48

I'm a friendly English woman, open-minded, deep-thinking and curious. My interests are many and varied and I love hearing about other people's passions. Someone once described me as "Unfailingly kind, but with a little wicked side". I love walking, r...

Languages: English

Lupin77

  United Kingdom
Female, 63

Analytical thinker and curious explorer, who loves mountains, lakes, sea coasts and global travel. Enjoys lifelong learning and connecting with the stories of people I meet.

Languages: English, French, German

Harry 1970

  Brighton, United Kingdom
Male, 55

I love reading, music, travelling, history, science, art, country walks, lots of things. I also love radio and TV and seeing friends when I can. I like the slower pace of life so prefer chats and coffee to social media. I like seeing the positive sid...

Languages: English, French

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  Southampton, United Kingdom
Female, 26

Hi! I enjoy spending time with my friends, being comfy at home, colouring and being in nature. I love the forest, love trees and love weather where the sky is blue but its still cold. I'm more of an autumn, winter girl. I live with my husband and our...

Languages: English

Muttley88 Sponsor Badge

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Male, 37

I'm easy to get along with. Easy to talk to. I enjoy meeting new people. I enjoy music and film. I have social anxiety so this is good for me. Let's have a chat and be friends. I have an eclectic taste in music. I spend a lot of time on my own so thi...

Languages: English, French, Spanish

NordIerland223

  Ballynahinch, United Kingdom
Male, 58

I am an outdoor person, who enjoys learning. I love languages and speak good Spanish, some French, and some Gaelic. I am learning German at the moment which is tough!! I have also branched into Latin and returned to chess latelyI love travelling thro...

Languages: English, Spanish, French, German

benlovescheese Sponsor Badge

  Salisbury, United Kingdom
Male, 21

I am an outgoing person who loves learning about languages and culture, i often spend my time listening to music, spending time in the community performing voluntary work, going on long walks and exploring new places. I am opening my eyes to opportun...

Languages: English, Spanish, German, French

Cultural Keepsake: my cat

Paul1965

  St helens, United Kingdom
Male, 60

The best way to find out is come and talk,I'm an open book and which may seem strange on here an honest open book

Languages: English