Colinton Mains · Edinburgh
Looking for Someone to Talk To in Colinton Mains?
Good conversation has a way of making a week better, and The Natter Network exists to help more people in Colinton Mains enjoy exactly that.
- Verified members, aged 65 and over
- Your phone number stays private
- No apps, no computer — just a phone call
- Two weeks free. Then £14.99/month, or £7.99 with Natter Support

This Is Where The Natter Network Comes In
You don't have to be lonely to want more connection. You just have to be human. The Natter Network is built around matching you with someone you'll actually look forward to talking to. Every match through The Natter Network is made thoughtfully, based on your interests and the kind of company you enjoy. From there, it's simply about having someone reliable to talk to, week after week.
- Someone to look forward to talking to each week
- Matched on what you enjoy, not picked at random
- Everyone is verified before an introduction is made

What you get from The Natter Network
Company On Your Terms
Regular conversation with someone you're properly matched to, not a stranger on rotation.
Properly Vetted Matches
Company on your own terms: as often, or as little, as suits you.
Something To Look Forward To
Everyone on The Natter Network is vetted, so you can feel at ease from the very first chat.
Companionship Close to Home in Colinton Mains
People across Colinton Mains keep very different routines and interests, including areas like Colinton, Hailes and Bonaly. The Natter Network is designed to fit around yours, wherever in the city you happen to be.
About Colinton Mains
Colinton Mains sits in and around Edinburgh.
Postcode area: EH13. Members join from every street in Colinton Mains — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.
Neighbouring areas we also cover: Colinton, Hailes, Bonaly, Oxgangs, Dreghorn.
Senior adults nearby — Scotland's Capital Ageing
Edinburgh is home to over 80,000 residents aged 65+, representing around 16% of the population, with strong demand for professional friendship and companionship services.
Figures are rounded estimates for the wider area around Colinton Mains, based on published population estimates rather than a count of Natter Network members.

How it works
- 1
Tell Us About You
Share a little about your interests and the kind of conversation you enjoy.
- 2
We Make a Thoughtful Match
We match you with someone genuinely compatible, not just anyone with free time.
- 3
Start Talking, Your Way
Chat by phone or in person, as often as suits you.
What Makes The Natter Network Different
Every match is a real person, properly vetted, not an algorithm pretending to care. The Natter Network is built around genuine compatibility, not just availability.
Membership
Setting up your profile is free. Once your profile and verification are finished, your first two weeks are free — cancel any time. Membership covers your calls, reminders and the checks that keep the Network trustworthy.
Standard
£14.99a month
Less than 50p a day — about the price of a cup of tea.
Natter Support
£7.99a month
If you receive Pension Credit — the very same service, under 27p a day.
Common questions
Is everyone on The Natter Network properly checked?
Yes. Everyone is vetted before being matched, so you can feel comfortable and safe from your very first conversation.
How often would I talk to my match in Colinton Mains?
Entirely up to you. Some people enjoy a weekly call, others prefer more regular contact. The Natter Network fits around your life, not the other way round.
What if my first match isn't quite right?
That's completely normal. Just let us know, and we'll happily find you a better fit. There's no obligation to continue with a match that doesn't feel right.
Can I pause or stop whenever I want?
Yes. There's no pressure to commit to anything. The Natter Network is built around flexibility, not obligation.
Do I have to feel very lonely to use The Natter Network in Colinton Mains?
Not at all. The Natter Network is for anyone who'd enjoy more conversation, whether that's someone feeling quite isolated or simply wanting more regular company in their week.
Other useful organisations
- Age UK: find support in your area
Search by postcode for your nearest Age UK branch and local services.
- The Silver Line Helpline
A free phone line, open day and night, offering friendship and support for people aged 55+.
- u3a: University of the Third Age
Find a local interest group to meet people and learn something new.
- Re-engage
A charity running social groups and call companions for older people.

