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

ALEX--K Sponsor Badge

  HEREFORD, United Kingdom
Male, 46

Hi i am Alex and i am from England U.K. I am a little shy, but i like to have light hearted fun but also like to be serious as well, i also can be romantic ! My main interest is Dance especially Ballroom Dance, i like jive and have done some salsa, i...

Languages: English

cupofjoe

  Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Male, 24

Hi there, it's nice to meet you! I'm a journalist and uni student living in lovely Edinburgh, Scotland, looking to make new friends online. I'm pretty interested in a lot of things, so hopefully we'll have something to connect over -- try me! For som...

Languages: English, German, French, Ukrainian

Bartleby73

  Harrogate, United Kingdom
Male, 52

Hello, everyone! I’m David, an easygoing soul from Ye Olde England. (Part of that little green island next to France). I eat books on a regular basis, usually those relating to philosophy, history, poetry, and theology. (You know, all the light, fr...

Languages: English

Yvonne Howard

  Truro, United Kingdom
Female, 81

Hi-I am an independent, mature lady with a grown up family. I am retired now and enjoy the company of my family. I love to travel to different countries. I also like gardening, cooking, current affairs and historical novels.I look forward to emailing...

Languages: English

Cameron t

  Milton keynes, United Kingdom
Male, 30

I am an outgoing person who loves animals and nature. I am into photography (mainly nature) I like reading and writing poems, I do resin art.

Languages: English

DogMad

  Wombourne, United Kingdom
Male, 55

I am an outgoing,friendly,funny guy with good sense of humour.I am a single father of 2 grown up sons and live alone with my dog.I like talking and meeting people and am looking to chat and make more friends online. I love dog walking,socialising wit...

Languages: English

Eclipse1

  newmarket, United Kingdom
Male, 64

I am an extrovert , love company .My interests are varied including sports , books , fine art, museums , galleries ,horses and film and theatre .I love History and Literature . Also I am a huge fan of Oscar Wilde.

Languages: English

Cultural Keepsake: My home town Newmarket

HeroineOnAJourney

  London, United Kingdom
Female, 41

I’m a curious seeker who enjoys having a laugh and expanding my understanding of life. I do this by reading books, watching films, spending time with people and making art.

Languages: English, Bengali

Antplant

  Sleaford, United Kingdom
Male, 58

I enjoy travelling and meeting people. My job has taken me to lots of interesting countries which has been fantastic. I love getting out in nature, spontaneous road trips, and mystery tours. I like to play guitar, ride my motorcycles, crafts and hobb...

Languages: English

MarcUK

  London, United Kingdom
Male, 66

Hi, I've been on here before and have a few good friends, but now I'm retired I feel I have room for more. I'm looking for companionship and company. I consider myself an enthusiastic letter writer and am very reliable, I don't give up correspondence...

Languages: English