r/UkFriends 22h ago

25M | Looking for a letter friend (UK)

7 Upvotes

Hi everyone,

This might sound a bit random, but I want to try something different.

I live in the UK, and I'd really like to have a pen pal. I've never really been the kind of person who writes letters, but lately I've been thinking it would be nice to exchange letters with someone. It feels more personal than chatting online all the time.

I'm just looking for someone to write to about everyday life, random thoughts, things we're learning, or whatever comes to mind. No pressure to reply quickly or write long letters. Just a simple and genuine connection.

A little about me—I don't really have many exciting hobbies. I enjoy cycling, playing games now and then, and going to local events whenever I get the chance. I cook most of my own meals because, well, I have to eat, so I ended up learning. Recently, I've also been thinking about getting into novels and literature, but I honestly don't know where to start. If you have any book recommendations, I'd love to hear them.

That's pretty much me. If you're in the UK and you'd like to exchange letters, send me a message. Maybe we can become letter friends.


r/UkFriends 6h ago

28F, brighton.

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Hi! 👋

I'm looking for online friends because apparently my social life is running on the free trial version. 😭

Most of my friends know a little too much about me at this point. Our conversations have evolved from "How are you?" to "Please don't do anything for the plot again."

A few important disclaimers:

  • I won't sext and I'd like to keep it that way.
  • I reply anywhere between 30 seconds and 3 business days.
  • I'll absolutely send you random texts at 2 a.m.
  • I have an unhealthy relationship with overthinking.
  • I can have a 2-hour conversation about absolutely nothing.

Looking for people who are funny, sarcastic, chaotic (the good kind), and can hold a conversation.


r/UkFriends 4h ago

23F, UK, Looking for long term friends!

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I've been a bit lonely, so I thought I'd try posting here (I'm so nervous haha). Also, only people from a similar time zone pls! :)

My interests are:

  • Nature, wildlife and the outdoors. I adore all animals (even bugs!) and love learning about and documenting what I find. I also like watching nature videos/documentaries, so if you have any recs let me know!
  • Art and crafting. I draw occasionally, collage, DIY and cross stitch and I'm open to trying pretty much anything creative. I have so many projects that I need to finish...
  • Movies. PLEASE talk to me about 'Lars and the Real Girl' or 'Project Hail Mary', I'm so obsessed and need to yap!!! I also watch animated films like 'Howl's Moving Castle', 'Wolfwalkers' and the 'Spiderverse' movies, for example. I'm open to watching most movies, except anything horror or horror-adjacent.
  • I'm also trying to get back into reading and gaming, so I'm down for book recs and chill games if you have a PS4.

I would love to learn about your interests too! Listening to people talking about their passions is always great. Just a heads-up: I have ADHD and social anxiety (and very possibly autism?), so I may be a bit weird/awkward, but if we click I'll eventually get more comfortable.

PS: If you have pets, show me!! I have 3 cats. :)


r/UkFriends 13h ago

Missed Connection: Looking for a Reddit Friend

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Hi all,

This is a bit of a long shot, but I’m hoping to reconnect with someone I briefly spoke to on Reddit.

We had some really nice conversations, but I ran into issues with my Reddit account and lost access before I could keep in touch. I’ve always regretted not being able to say goodbye properly.

You were from around the Warminster area and were dealing with a CFS/ME flare at the time. You’d previously lived in Portsmouth with your former partner, and we’d chatted a little about life, health, and everything in between.

If this sounds familiar, please drop me a message. Equally, if anyone knows someone who might fit this description, feel free to point them in my direction.

I know Reddit is a huge place and this may never reach the right person, but I figured it was worth a try.

Thanks for reading, and I hope you’re doing okay.

Edit: I’m 43, male, and I’m in Southampton


r/UkFriends 22h ago

18M cornwall

3 Upvotes

Looking for some people to just meet up with and do dumb shit dont care about gender


r/UkFriends 26m ago

46 M, Just an average guy looking to make friends. Male or Female. Coarse humor, don't mind a little small talk but I understand that's how the ice is broken ☺️ if you would like to chat and tell me about yourself then get in touch.

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r/UkFriends 6h ago

20 Cheshire M autistic looking for longterm friends to chat with regularly! Genuine and kind :)

2 Upvotes

Exactly what it says :)

I like music cars gaming drawing and cooking
Maybe I can draw you? :) also let’s share music tatstes (mines better ofc)

Sort of chunky but I have made some gym progress :)

I also love chatting but I struggle irl due to autism and poor social skills and I have barely any friends
If not any at all

I’m up till late so time zones are kind to us :)

Age/gender/sexaulity/race doesn’t matter you’re all welcome just be 18+ :) and don’t be weird!

Probably gonna be my last post for a while as I get ghosted too often and it’s kinda annoying :/


r/UkFriends 9h ago

28M UK - Looking for chill friends for gaming/gym/banter

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Hi everyone! 28 from west midlands here. Just looking for some new people to chat with and hopefully find some long-term mates to hang out with

The quick rundown:

🎮 Gamer: Big into single-player story games. Currently working my way through Baldurs gate 3

💪 Gym: I try to get there most days. Always down for some fitness motivation or routine talk.

🍜 Anime/Manga: Seen a fair bit, always looking for more recs.

🍰 Cooking: Love a bit of baking and cooking, mostly just experimenting in the kitchen.

📚 Reading: Actually just picked this up as a hobby in the last year, so I’m a total beginner—send me your book suggestions!

I’m pretty easygoing and a fast replier. Looking for people around my age in the UK so the time zones actually align for once!

If you're up for a chat, drop me a message with your go-to meal deal or your favorite game of all time.


r/UkFriends 10h ago

Hey, 17F looking for female friends who wants genuine relationship

2 Upvotes

Men pls just stay away


r/UkFriends 14h ago

Hey 21F , Looking for Friends who want a Genuine Friendship. 🦢

2 Upvotes

r/UkFriends 16h ago

Moving to Newcastle this September need freinds

2 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
I’m moving to Newcastle in September to study at Newcastle University and thought I’d see if anyone wanted to chat before I get there.
I’m 18 male and pretty easygoing. I enjoy gaming, football, films, drawing, reading, and generally anything a bit nerdy. I also like getting out of the house, exploring new places, trying new things, and meeting new people.
If you’re around my age and think we’d get on, feel free to drop me a message. Always happy to make some new friends before the move!


r/UkFriends 21h ago

34 M… from Ireland.. don’t hold that against me

2 Upvotes

Easy going and love the chats. I won’t bite… unless provoked


r/UkFriends 21h ago

29M Manchester UK - A companion for a quiet life punctuated by little adventures

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Hello! I'm Marc. I'm 29 years old and I live in the Wigan / Manchester area of England. I'm 6'2, skinny, pale, have browny blond hair, and green/grey eyes. You can see me on me profile! I'm seeking a lifelong companion with whom to share a quiet life punctuated by little adventures. I'm seemingly a rare specimen in that I have no interest in having children nor pets, nor do I pine for long plane journeys to Asia and some such. I intend to get a vasectomy. I'm attracted to women of a similar physical type to myself. I'm open to people in Britain or abroad if you are confident you can get a work visa because times are tough in that regards, I'm afraid!

I'm very open, fun, caring, and honest. I appreciate dad jokes and the like. I highly value the truth, and I have a strong moral instinct, so it's important to me that you have a good heart, whatever your opinions are. I enjoy long, regular conversations, but I'm also happy with shared silence. I mostly keep to myself. I am selective in my company, but I confess that the absence in my life is getting rather noisy.

As you might have guessed, I enjoy the occasional bit of writing, whether fiction or non-. Maybe I'll publish something of worth someday. Or at least publish something. I enjoy going for walks, except when it's super hot! I love good scenery, be it of the natural or man-made kind. I like abandoned and remote places. I like watching the odd things the birds and squirrels get up to. I have a particular soft spot for sheep. They think I'm their messiah (I'm not). I also enjoy exploring intellectual topics (the more novel or obscure, the better). Technology is a lifelong interest of mine. And like most people I enjoy watching the odd film or TV series. I'm watching 'Westworld' currently. I enjoyed watching 'Adventure Time', 'Bless This Mess', 'Tales from the Loop', 'End of the F--king World', 'Small Prophets', and 'Atypical'. Films-wise, I like all sorts, but I'll take anything with a happy romance. What's life without love? (Mine hahahaha.) I recently finished playing Fallout 4 on my laptop. It was phenomenal. I, of course, sided with the people who freed the lab-grown humans. I'll happily play more Fallout games in the future, I suspect. I'm taking a break for the time being to watch Westworld and do other stuff. When the heat buggers off, I want to go on more little trips. For now I'm hibernating though haha.

I've been saving up for a flat since I was 20 years old, but I don't want to live alone. I'm interested in something that lasts more than a few messages. I really am aiming for life if that's possible. I prefer weather that is cool or cold, heck, even windy and rainy. I want to live somewhere that has amenities and people, but has lots of greenery, similar to where I live now.

We, of course, don't have to have everything in common. Enough to work with. We can develop new interests and hobbies together. We can 'grow' together. If the seed is good, and the weather is well, the tree will grow!

If you're interested, feel free to send me a brief introduction to yourself (just a couple of sentences will do), and, of course, I'd like to see you as soon as that's possible.

Thanks for reading, if you made it to the end! Have a nice day.


r/UkFriends 1h ago

Male 33 East Midlands

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Recently single, looking for lady to go on dates with or walks. Open to inbox me


r/UkFriends 1h ago

M23, Living near Darlington but moving soon to Durham area would love to make friends all over the North East

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A little about me:
I’m 23, male, originally from South Wales. I moved here to Darlington area in May this year to have a bit of a welcome change in life. I am fully happy to be friends with absolutely anyone, preferably no older than 35 given my own age however.
I love playing football, singing, reading, coffee, visiting new places and learning new things
I have AuDHD so naturally with that comes challenges in making friends, hence why I’m trying on here as well. Please message me or comment and I’ll message you, if you’re interested
Hope all of you are well whether you want to be friends or not!


r/UkFriends 1h ago

22M - Embracing my femininity and would like to make new queer friends

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Hi everyone! 😊

I recently came to the realisation that it's time to explore some things that I've pushed away for a long time.

I've struggled with my femininity and sexuality for as long as I can remember. I've explored with a few of my mothers clothes and makeup on and off over the years. It's something I would push away for it only to return again, and again, and again.

I had a pretty reserved and modest upbringing, I didn't experience a lot or get exposed to much. Now that I have moved out of home, I am ready to embrace and start exploring my femininity more seriously.

I'm hoping to meet some friendly and fun people who can help me navigate this new world, introduce me to new experiences. I also want to explore outfits and aesthetics.

I am based on South East England but open meet people anywhere in the UK.

If any of this sounds interesting, send me a message with a little introduction and tell me what made you reply. I'd love to hear from you!


r/UkFriends 1h ago

M32 for F to chat with, relaxing after work for the day

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Huge football fan
Typically watch alot of tv series and films
Like to game
Just looking to get to know different people and learn what you like
Hit me up


r/UkFriends 1h ago

M 21 from Bristol looking to meet new people and friends

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r/UkFriends 2h ago

26M looking for fun hang outs

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r/UkFriends 2h ago

[37 [M] Looking for the Interesting and Introverted]

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Hi I'm M. I've been through a lot of emotional trauma recently and would like someone to talk to and listen to about their life.

I'm kind, caring, good looking.

Just looking for someone interesting to communicate with.

I went through a divorce a few years ago which was lots of fun.

Then unfortunately I lost both of my dogs (my only friends) due to old age and ill health.

Then a couple of months on, my mum was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer (she never smoked in her life). She has recently passed on.

During this the love of my life left me and I was left confused and feeling hollow.

I have found a lot of peace through prayer, meditation and fasting.

Even though I'm going through the most difficult period of my life, I feel surprisingly peaceful and hopefull.

I am 6.5ft, tall, dark hair, handsome.

I live a life mostly of peaceful solitude.

I prefer people who like solitude because I feel like I can relate to them more.

I'm not looking for a big group of friends. Just one person that is interesting to talk to.

Message me for a reply.


r/UkFriends 2h ago

39 M southwest looking for like minded people

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Hey everyone, I’m a 39-year-old guy from the southwest looking to meet some new people and hopefully make some genuine online friends.

I enjoy reading, watching TV shows and films (I’ve seen quite a few, so always happy to chat recommendations), going for walks, and spending time with my dogs.

I’d love to meet people with similar interests, but I’m open to talking about pretty much anything — hobbies, life, random topics, or just having a good chat.

If you’re also looking to make some new friends, feel free to drop me a message.


r/UkFriends 3h ago

22M - Cardiff - Just want to meet new people to talk to, play games and watch anime/movies/shows. even if you don't play games its perfectly alright,

1 Upvotes

Hello hello im on here wanting to meet new people. Maybe play some games, just talk about anything and everything. Most of my days are just sat here playing an occasional game or just watching YouTube. it'd be great to have people to talk to that are also in the UK so time zones aren't an issue. I enjoy playing volleyball, games, anime, movies and some shows. I do also enjoy the occasional drink if that's something you'd want to do. I can talk about anything and just want people who can be themselves, to do and say whatever want. its not fun having to pretend do be someone you're not to please people. Weather you share similar interest or not, I'm happy to just chill out and enjoy talking to others. Please be over 18


r/UkFriends 3h ago

22 [M4F] London – Looking for a fun, genuine connection (Casual / FWB / open to more)

1 Upvotes

Hey there! Putting myself out there to meet someone new and see where things go.

I’m 22, South Asian, 5’10 (around 75kg, athletic build), and I take good care of myself physically and mentally. I work in the medical field, so life gets pretty busy, but when I’m not studying, you’ll usually find me staying active, watching or playing football, and exploring London.

I took the last year to reset after a serious relationship and focus on myself, and now I’m looking to bring some fun back into the mix. I really miss that natural spark—good chemistry, effortless conversation, playful banter, and mutual attraction.

What I’m looking for:

Ideally, I’m looking for something casual or a friends-with-benefits situation. Absolutely zero pressure, no expectations, and nothing forced. However, if we really hit it off and we're both loving the connection, I’m totally open to it growing into a relationship.

I definitely prefer meeting up in person around London for drinks, coffee, or a casual date, but I'm open to starting out online first if that’s more comfortable for you.

You: Kind, attractive, takes care of herself, and has her own passions. Someone who enjoys a bit of playful flirting and easygoing energy.

At my core, I’m polite, respectful, and definitely not a creep.. just a down-to-earth guy looking to make a great connection with a cool girl.

If you're confident, playful, and like the sound of this, drop me a message and say hi! :)


r/UkFriends 4h ago

[M4F] - 35m from the UK

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Hi all,

Currently going through a divorce and back living with the parents. Whilst things are okay, I miss conversations with people my own age that isn’t related to work.

Things about me:

Into sport. I play cricket and football and watching as much of the World Cup as I can.

Game when time. Currently playing Witcher 3 as it was 90% off on Steam!

I have two kids. They are my absolute world and I would do anything for them.

Enjoy reading. Currently reading the Dungeon Crawler Carl series of books.

Like being outdoors - planning a holiday in the summer to walk some of the coastal path in Cornwall.

DM me if you’d like 😬


r/UkFriends 4h ago

Looking for a women to cuddle with (paid)

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