Shortwood · Gloucester
Never Short of Something to Say? Meet Someone in Shortwood Who Is Too
Picture a proper conversation: the kind where an hour disappears without you noticing. The Natter Network exists to help more people in Shortwood have exactly that, regularly.
- 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
Some people call themselves a bit of a chatterbox, and that's exactly who The Natter Network was built for. Whatever you love talking about, there's someone out there who'd love to hear it. From hobbies to old stories to what's in the news, your match through The Natter Network is someone genuinely interested in talking with you, regularly and entirely at your pace.
- 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
Matched By Interests
Matched by shared interests, not just availability.
Flexible Conversation
Conversation on your terms: by phone or in person.
A Match You'll Enjoy
A friendly, vetted match you'll genuinely look forward to talking to.
Companionship Close to Home in Shortwood
Wherever you're based across Shortwood, including areas like Wallow Green, Forwood and Bournes Green, there's a good conversation waiting to happen through The Natter Network.
About Shortwood
Shortwood sits in and around Stroud 0SJ, in Gloucester.
Postcode area: GL6. Members join from every street in Shortwood — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.
Neighbouring areas we also cover: Wallow Green, Forwood, Bournes Green, Highfield, Ruscombe.
Senior adults nearby — Bristol's Rural Fringe
South Gloucestershire has around 18% of its 290,000 residents aged 65 or over, with its commuter villages and market towns generating growing demand for local friendship and companionship.
Figures are rounded estimates for the wider area around Shortwood, 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
The Natter Network matches on personality and interests, not just who happens to be free. It's built for people who genuinely enjoy talking to each other.
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
What if we run out of things to talk about?
It happens occasionally, but matches are chosen around shared interests, so there's usually plenty to come back to.
Can I ask for a different match?
Of course. If the conversation doesn't click, just let us know and we'll find you someone better suited.
Do I have to be lonely to use The Natter Network?
Not at all. The Natter Network is just as much for people who simply enjoy chatting and want more of it as it is for anyone missing company.
Can I be matched with someone who shares my interests?
Yes. Matching is based on what you enjoy talking about, so conversation feels natural from the very first chat.
How often would we talk?
As often as you like. Some people chat weekly, others more often. It's entirely up to you and your match.
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.