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The Natter Network

Silksworth · Sunderland

Would You Like a Little More Company in Silksworth?

Some weeks feel busier than others, and some feel a little quieter than you'd like. If that sounds familiar in Silksworth, The Natter Network is a warm, simple way to bring more conversation back into your week.

Find Someone to Talk ToHow it works
  • 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
An older person enjoying a friendly telephone call at home in Silksworth

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
Who it's for
An older member relaxing in the garden after a natter

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 Silksworth

People across Silksworth keep very different routines and interests, including areas like Springwell, Burdon and Humbledon. The Natter Network is designed to fit around yours, wherever in the city you happen to be.

About Silksworth

Silksworth sits in and around Sunderland.

Postcode area: SR3. Members join from every street in Silksworth — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.

Neighbouring areas we also cover: Springwell, Burdon, Humbledon, Moorside, Middle Herrington.

Senior adults nearby — Wearside's Ageing City

Sunderland has around 19% of its 275,000 residents aged 65 or over, with post-industrial communities generating significant demand for affordable friendship and companionship and friendship and companionship.

Figures are rounded estimates for the wider area around Silksworth, based on published population estimates rather than a count of Natter Network members.

A family member helping an older relative in Silksworth get set up on the phone

How it works

  1. 1

    Tell Us About You

    Share a little about your interests and the kind of conversation you enjoy.

  2. 2

    We Make a Thoughtful Match

    We match you with someone genuinely compatible, not just anyone with free time.

  3. 3

    Start Talking, Your Way

    Chat by phone or in person, as often as suits you.

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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 Silksworth?

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 Silksworth?

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.

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