The Bourne · Guildford
Would You Like a Little More Company in The Bourne?
Some weeks feel busier than others, and some feel a little quieter than you'd like. If that sounds familiar in The Bourne, 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
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 The Bourne
People across The Bourne keep very different routines and interests, including areas like Lower Bourne, Holt Pound and Frensham. The Natter Network is designed to fit around yours, wherever in the city you happen to be.
About The Bourne
The Bourne sits in and around Farnham 8SQ, in Guildford.
Postcode area: GU10. Members join from every street in The Bourne — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.
Neighbouring areas we also cover: Lower Bourne, Holt Pound, Frensham, Bentley, Wishanger Common.
Senior adults nearby — Commuter Belt Seniors
Surrey is home to over 240,000 residents aged 65+, representing around 20% of its 1.2 million population, with particularly strong demand in its affluent commuter towns and villages.
Figures are rounded estimates for the wider area around The Bourne, 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 The Bourne?
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 The Bourne?
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.

