New website design

WordPress website.

We use WordPress, the most widely used content management system, to build flexible and reliable websites. WordPress has been around for nearly 20 years and is now used on hundreds of millions of websites worldwide. It powers a large portion of the internet and can support everything from simple business websites to large ecommerce platforms.

Using WordPress allows us to build websites with a wide range of features while keeping them easy to manage. You will be able to log in to the dashboard to update pages, publish blog posts, or upload images whenever you need. If you prefer not to manage the site yourself, we can also handle updates and ongoing maintenance.

If your current website is outdated or difficult to manage, moving to WordPress can provide a more modern and flexible solution. A well built WordPress site can improve how your business presents itself online while giving you full control over your content.

Bespoke website.

Your website will be custom built in house to ensure consistent quality and full control over the final result.

We have over 15 years of experience building a wide range of websites, using modern development practices to create websites that remain reliable and effective for our clients. We combine bespoke code with lightweight plugins and carefully chosen additions so your website looks professional while remaining fast to load, both now and in the future.

Your website design will be created specifically around your needs and budget. Unless requested, we avoid off the shelf WordPress themes so we have full control over how your website looks, how it behaves, and how efficiently it runs. This means your website includes the features you actually need without unnecessary code slowing it down.

A bespoke website gives your business the freedom to present itself clearly online. Every element of the design is shaped around your brand and the people visiting your website, helping create a website that feels consistent with your business and easy for visitors to use.

Fast & lightweight.

Whatever method we use to build your website, the goal is the same: a fast, clean site that is easy for visitors to use.

Our design and development approach focuses on keeping websites simple, efficient, and reliable. This improves the experience for your customers and helps visitors navigate your site more easily. A well built website that loads quickly also creates a more professional impression and can support better conversion rates.

Avoiding unnecessary third party software also helps improve performance and search visibility. We build websites with speed and efficiency in mind, and it is common for our sites to achieve PageSpeed Insights scores above 95/100.

If your current website feels slow or overloaded with features you do not need, a carefully built site can make a noticeable difference. Faster pages and cleaner code help create a website that performs well for both visitors and search engines.

Responsive design.

Your website will perfectly set up to work smoothly on all devices and screen sizes.

Responsive websites work on mobile, tablet and desktop and change their structure depending on which device they are being shown. The goal of responsive design is to make things as easy to use as possible for the most possible people regardless of their device.

Mobile phones now account for over 50% of internet traffic, if your website is not fully responsive then a huge proportion of your website users / clients might not be able to use your website properly. You are also less likely to achieve a good search engine ranking with a website that does not work properly on mobile.

Ever noticed how devices come in all shapes and sizes? Your website should too. In a mobile first world, responsive design isn’t just an option, it’s a necessity. Ensure your brand shines brilliantly on every screen, from smartphones to desktops. Let’s collaborate and craft a website that adapts, responds, and delivers, no matter where it’s viewed.

Powerful SEO built in.

We optimise everything on your website giving you the best possible chance of a good ranking.

Great search engine optimisation can dramatically increase the amount of hits your website gets. By taking a complete approach from the start while building your website, we can help you bring in more visitors and improve the quality of their experience on your website.

While building your website we optimise everything we can, giving your site the best platform from which to grow. Once your new site is ready, we will also safely launch it on Google for you. If you have a website that needs replacing, we can make sure your old pages are safely redirected on Google.

Want your business to appear in search engine results? It is not just about having a website, but having one that is structured and written in a way search engines can understand. With built in SEO practices, we help ensure your website content is visible in search results and easier for potential customers to find.

Website support & maintenance.

Consistent care for your digital presence, making sure your website is in good hands.

Maintaining a website is crucial for ensuring its longevity and relevance. Our team at Forest Web Design offers comprehensive support and maintenance services tailored to your needs. Regular updates, security checks, and performance optimisations are just a few of the tasks we handle to ensure your website remains in peak condition.

If you ever wish to make updates yourself, we provide user friendly tools and guidance, so that you can harness the power of the WordPress CMS to add new content or tweak your existing content. You can also blog or add news articles to your website. Alternatively, you can rely on our dedicated team to manage all aspects of your site’s upkeep.

Ever wished for a safety net for your website? Keeping your site updated, secure, and running smoothly is a task that requires constant attention. With our dedicated support and maintenance services, you can focus on what you do best while we handle the technical details.

Website hosting.

Reliable hosting helps ensure your website remains fast, secure, and consistently available.

A website’s performance depends heavily on the quality of its hosting. We use reliable hosting solutions designed to provide stable performance, strong security, and fast loading speeds. Regular backups are included so your website data remains protected and can be restored if needed.

Our hosting provider also uses 100% renewable electricity to power its data centres and plants trees as our hosting account grows, helping reduce the environmental impact of running websites.

If you are looking for dependable hosting for your website, a well managed hosting environment helps ensure your site runs smoothly and loads quickly for your visitors.

Website migration.

Efficient and seamless website transfers to minimise downtime.

Migrating your website to a new platform or hosting provider can be a complex task. Our team specialises in ensuring that this process is smooth and efficient. We handle all the technical aspects of the migration, ensuring that data is transferred securely and that your website’s functionality remains intact.

Once the migration is complete, we conduct thorough checks to ensure everything is operational and optimised for your audience. Your new website is then live, with all pages safely redirected to their new counterparts, and you can start enjoying the benefits of a new website with fast hosting.

Thinking about moving your website? Migration can seem complicated, but with the right planning it can be handled smoothly. Whether you are changing platforms or moving to a better hosting provider, we manage the process carefully to minimise disruption and keep your website available during the transition.

Complete website replacement.

Refreshing your online presence with a completely new website design.

If your existing website feels outdated or is no longer delivering the results you expect, it may be time to replace it. Our website replacement service focuses on understanding your business, your goals, and the audience you want to reach. This allows us to design a new website that feels modern while also working well for your visitors.

We also handle the transition carefully so important elements of your current site are preserved, including SEO rankings and existing content. The result is a new website that improves how your business presents itself online while continuing to support the visibility you have already built.

During the redesign process we also review the structure of your website, the clarity of your content, and how visitors navigate your pages. This helps ensure the new site is easier to use, loads quickly, and presents your business in a clear and professional way.