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

FOREVER 15

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 22

It feels like time is moving fast. Looking back, life’s changed in ways I didn’t expect, and I’ve realized something important: I honestly can’t live without friends. I’ve always been an introvert, so making friends in real life hasn’t be...

Languages: Bengali, English

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  Liverpool, United Kingdom
Female, 59

I enjoy spending time with my other half, family and friends. I enjoy Tai Chi, walks, reading, cinema, theatre, concerts, museums, local history and general history. I enjoy holidays and short trips away.. Recently I’ve been to Whitby in Yorkshire...

Languages: English

Cultural Keepsake: Steam Train in Pickering Yorkshire England

Bubble Top 5

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Male, 50

I would like to believe I am quite an interesting person. Pretty chilled too. I find that I am friendly and quite open. I enjoy reading both fiction and non fiction and at times attempt to write stuff ( mostly for personal consumption). In my free ti...

Languages: English

FLANRA

  Barnsley, United Kingdom
Male, 47

Outgoing, friendly, chatty. Willing to discuss anything apart from politics or religion. Love a good laugh:)

Languages: English

Vic.05

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 20

I love talking to new people! I am Super bubbly and I amOpen to making new friends :) I love having deep conversations and I have hyper fixations to any friend who I make must be ready to hear them…

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

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  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

Little Miss Lisa

  Birmingham, United Kingdom
Female, 54

Hello I am a friend from Birmingham, England, looking for like minded friendship to exchange language skills and news worldwide. My interests include dance, theatre, languages, vegetarianism and charity work. Please message me initially and we can b...

Languages: English, French, Italian, German

Jamiemason

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 67

A bit about me: I’m curious, open-minded, and I enjoy talking about pretty much anything — travel stories, books/movies, dreams & plans, food, memes, daily life wins & fails, culture differences, or just silly random thoughts.If you’re someone ...

Languages: English, French

Ashley D Sponsor Badge

  Luton, United Kingdom
Male, 74

Man married with wonderful wife ,but not much to do sometimes especially in the winter. Love my garden, so out there in the summer. I am a retired electrician and handy at repairing and mending things. My spelling it’s not great, but find I can us...

Languages: English