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

Andy8472

  Abercynon, United Kingdom
Male, 44

Im a passionate history enthusiast, also im very big into Anime, Art and gaming im also currently big into historical stamps.

Languages: English

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  St Helens, United Kingdom
Female, 52

Kind, caring, helpful, intelligent, respectful, lots of interests and hobbies over the years. I love intelligent conversation.

Languages: English

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  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

Wanderer09

  United Kingdom
Male, 50

I'm laid back in character. Try to find the humour in most things, I laugh easily. A bit of a philosophical streak. I try to be a good person and lead a good life .... that is an on-going project. I would say I'm a confident introvert.A bit of an adv...

Languages: English, Spanish, Turkish

MidnightRainbow

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Female, 63

Hi, I'm a retired nurse. I do some voluntary work now and have two sons and six grandchildren who keep me busy! Walking, nature, reading, and writing are my favourite hobbies as well as catching up with friends. I also love doing crafts while listeni...

Languages: English, Spanish

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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

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  Northumberland, United Kingdom
Male, 24

I work as a civil servant. In my free time, I enjoy football (Chelsea FC), horse racing, travelling, long summer walks, and spending time with my two dogs, Bruce and Bronn.I’m a big fan of Game of Thrones and House of the Dragon, and I also enjoy w...

Languages: English

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  London, United Kingdom
Male, 60

My name is Salim. I live in London. I am an engineer. My hobbies include learning about people's cultures, history, geography and current affairs. I enjoy travel,running and fitness. I am a Muslim convert. I am married.

Languages: English

Sal sal

  Manchester, United Kingdom
Male, 56

Eager to learn new languages meet new friends exchange ideas and thoughts and discover the wonder of words

Languages: English

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  Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Male, 40

I am an optometrist who has an interest in music, books, movies and art. I am happily married and like to spend my time exploring new things and reading about what is going on in the world. I work as an independent and work most weekdays. In my spare...

Languages: English