Eastrop · Reading
Looking for Someone to Talk To in Eastrop?
Some weeks feel busier than others, and some feel a little quieter than you'd like. If that sounds familiar in Eastrop, The Natter Network is a warm, simple way to bring more conversation back into your week.
- 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
Whatever's brought you here, a quieter house, a change in routine, or simply wanting more people to talk to, The Natter Network was created for exactly this, matching you with someone compatible for regular, easy conversation. 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 Eastrop
Eastrop is home to a real mix of close, connected communities, including areas like Basingstoke, Oakridge and Black Dam, and wherever you're based, The Natter Network makes it easy to find good company close to home.
About Eastrop
Eastrop sits in and around Basingstoke, in Reading.
Postcode area: RG21. Members join from every street in Eastrop — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.
Neighbouring areas we also cover: Basingstoke, Oakridge, Black Dam, Houndmills, Kings Furlong.
Senior adults nearby — Railway Town Ageing
Around 17% of Swindon's 220,000 residents are aged 65 or over, with demand for friendship and companionship services growing steadily as its expanding population continues to age.
Figures are rounded estimates for the wider area around Eastrop, 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
Do I have to feel very lonely to use The Natter Network in Eastrop?
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.
How does The Natter Network match me with someone to talk to?
We ask a little about your interests and the kind of conversation you enjoy, then match you with someone genuinely compatible, not just anyone with free time.
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 Eastrop?
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.
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.

