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The Natter Network

Fenham · Newcastle upon Tyne

Does Your Parent in Fenham Love a Good Chat?

If your mum or dad in Fenham has always loved a good chat, The Natter Network can help make sure they get plenty more of it.

Find Someone For Your Parent 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 Fenham

This Is Where The Natter Network Comes In

This isn't about a problem to solve. It's about giving your parent something genuinely enjoyable: regular conversation with someone well matched to their interests and personality. The Natter Network matches your parent with someone based on shared interests, so the conversation feels natural and enjoyable from the very first chat.

  • 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 they get from The Natter Network

Matched To Their Interests

Matched around what your parent actually enjoys talking about. Regular conversation to look forward to each week.

Something To Look Forward To

A vetted, friendly match through The Natter Network.

A Lovely Gift Of Conversation

A lovely thing to arrange for someone you love.

Companionship Close to Home in Fenham

Whether your parent is closer to Newcastle Helix or Arthur's Hill, The Natter Network can match them with a great conversation partner in Fenham.

About Fenham

Fenham sits in and around Newcastle upon Tyne.

Postcode area: NE4. Members join from every street in Fenham — you never need to travel, because every natter happens by phone.

Neighbouring areas we also cover: Newcastle Helix, Arthur's Hill, South Benwell, Elswick.

Senior adults nearby — Toon Town Seniors

Newcastle has around 16% of its 300,000 residents aged 65 or over, with demand for friendship and companionship services particularly strong in its established residential suburbs and outer areas.

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

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

How it works

  1. 1

    Tell Us About Your Parent

    Share a little about their interests and what they'd enjoy.

  2. 2

    We Make a Thoughtful Match

    We find someone genuinely compatible for them to talk to.

  3. 3

    They Start Talking, On Their Terms

    Regular conversation, arranged around their life and yours.

See how it works in full

What Makes The Natter Network Different

Matching is based on what your parent actually enjoys, not a generic box ticking exercise. It's a genuinely thoughtful way to add good conversation to their week.

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 matched properly vetted?

Yes. Safety and trust matter to us as much as they do to you, so everyone is checked before being matched.

How do I know what kind of match would suit my parent?

Just tell The Natter Network about their interests and personality when you get in touch. We'll use that to find someone they're genuinely likely to enjoy talking to.

What if my parent is shy at first?

That's completely normal, especially with someone new. Matches are chosen to be easy to talk to, and there's no pressure to open up immediately.

Can I help set up the first conversation?

Yes. Many families like to help get things started, especially for the first chat, and you're welcome to be as involved as suits your parent.

How often would they talk to their match?

As often as your parent would like: some enjoy a weekly chat, others more regularly. It's flexible around their week.

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