How to Make Genuine Friends as an Adult in the UK (That Actually Last)

Let’s be real - no one tells you how hard it can be to make friends as an adult.

You leave uni, move cities, switch jobs, or go through a breakup… and suddenly it hits you: “Wait, where are my girls at?” You love your own company, sure, but sometimes you just want a coffee catch-up, someone to go to brunch with, or a pal to message when life feels a bit meh.

If you’ve been feeling that way - you’re not alone. And the good news? It’s not too late to find your people.

Here’s how to make proper, real-deal friends as an adult in the UK:

1. Start saying yes (even if it’s a bit out of your comfort zone)

We know, easier said than done. But saying yes to new things - even just a walk with a group of girls you’ve not met yet - is where the magic starts. Everyone’s a bit nervous at first, but someone has to make the first move. Why not you?

At We Got You Boo, girls come solo to our meet-ups all the time. It’s actually our fave way to meet new members - no pressure, no awkwardness, just easy chats and chilled vibes.

2. Stop waiting for the “perfect” friend group

Spoiler alert: it doesn’t exist. Some friends are for dancing on tables, some are for 3-hour voice notes about life, and some are just for a good coffee and a laugh. The beauty of adult friendships is that they don’t have to tick every box. And you don’t have to either.

What matters is finding girls who get you, support you, and don’t make you feel like you have to perform to be liked.

3. Join something created just for this

You don’t have to rely on chance. Communities like We Got You Boo were literally built to help women across the UK meet each other, form genuine friendships, and have fun along the way - whether that’s on a Sunday morning coffee wander, a girls trip to the coast, or a group chat that turns into your daily safe space.

We’re already in loads of locations across the UK (and growing fast), so chances are, there’s a group near you right now.

4. Friendship takes effort - but it should never feel forced

You know that saying, “If they wanted to, they would”? It applies to friendships too. The right girls will reply. They will show up. They’ll ask how your week’s going. And you’ll want to do the same for them.

The key is finding the right space for it to grow - somewhere warm, fun, and a bit girly, without all the high-school drama.

5. Remember: most girls feel exactly the same

So many women are secretly hoping to find their people - they’re just not always shouting about it online. But trust us, when you take that first step, you’ll be surprised how many others are doing the same.

You’re not the only one craving deeper friendships. And you’re definitely not too old, too quiet, too busy, or too anything to make them.

Want to meet your kind of girls?

Come join a Kind Girl Meet-Up, hop into one of our local group chats, or book a spot on a girls trip. Whether you’re in your 20’s o 30’s, there’s a space for you here.

Because real friendship doesn’t end after school - it just gets better.

We Got You Boo.