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

Lupin77 Sponsor Badge

  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

Chaza88 Sponsor Badge

  United Kingdom
Female, 67

I am a female I enjoy cooking, sports, music, and Boxing. I am looking for a penfriend who is honest and decent and does not smoke

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

Ky0la0

  Lincoln, United Kingdom
Female, 18

I spend a lot of my time crocheting, reading and doing uni work. Im a big fan of musical theatre but I will listen to any music. I am trying to learn French as my dad was fluent and he didnt get to teach me.

Languages: English, French

AB97

  Leeds, United Kingdom
Female, 28

Hello! Having our social and political views align is important to me, so no racists/homophobes/transphobes, etc, obviously. My main interest in life is reading, it's pretty much all I like to do consistently, but outside of that I listen to podcasts...

Languages: English

nightsinlondon

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 22

Hi my name is rojda , and I was born and raised in London and I also live here too xD , I’m looking for penpals , preferably German speaking to help boost my German skills . I study nursing and I want to be a nurse ofc ! I like anything that involv...

Languages: English, Turkish, Kurdish

AP57 Sponsor Badge

  UK, United Kingdom
Male, 68

I am an easy going person that likes to meet people, but since becoming a widower in 2023 I have kind of gone into my shell a little I have 4 grown up daughters and they have encouraged me to find new friends that I can chat with. After leaving the B...

Languages: English, Spanish, Vietnamese

Bellabella2026

  Birmingham, United Kingdom
Female, 54

Hello! I am looking for long lasting friendship in English and French. I love music, travelling, cinema, museums, languages, cats, dance, watching ice skating and theatre. Looking for snail mail friendship, hope to hear from you soon !

Languages: English, French, Italian

Mrs C Bridgerton Sponsor Badge

  LANARK, United Kingdom
Female, 38

Hi am talkative, fun and bit sarcastic. I still feel I live in 80s-00s when comes to movies and music because its the best! I love singing and acting take part in a local pantomime (musical). Love musicals my favorite is SiX, Les Misérables and wick...

Languages: English

Deano26

  Rochester, United Kingdom
Female, 50

Hi, I am a happily married middle aged (OMG!! When did that happen??) mum to 3 beautiful kids, 2 amazing step-kids and now 2 grandkids who are my absolute world!. I am a Training Support Officer for an LNG terminal and I love my job. My favourite p...

Languages: English