Whitley · Wigan
Are You in Whitley and Would Like a Little More Company?
Would you like a little more company in your week? The Natter Network matches people in Whitley with someone genuinely enjoyable to talk to, regularly and at your own pace.
- 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
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.
Companionship Close to Home in Whitley
Whitley is home to a real mix of close, connected communities, including areas like Wigan, Scholes and Swinley, and wherever you're based, The Natter Network makes it easy to find good company close to home.
About Whitley
Whitley sits in and around Goole, in Wigan.
Postcode area: WN1. Members join from every street in Whitley — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.
Neighbouring areas we also cover: Wigan, Scholes, Swinley, Worthington, Bottling Wood.
Senior adults nearby — Pit Town Seniors
Around 19% of Wigan's 330,000 residents are aged 65 or over, with its former mining communities and established residential areas generating steady demand for friendship and companionship services.
Common questions
Do I have to feel very lonely to use The Natter Network in Whitley?
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 Whitley?
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.
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.
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