Affordable web design for small businesses across Somerset and Dorset
Your business is brilliant. Your website just isn't telling anyone. We can help change that. No jargon, no eye-watering quotes. Just a proper website that works.
Local web design in Somerset & Dorset
Right now, someone local is looking for you
Every day someone in your town searches "electrician near me" or "florist in Bridport" and if you don't have a website, or yours looks like it was built in 2009, they're clicking straight past you to a competitor who does.
You don't need to be a tech company to have a professional web presence. You just need a page that shows up when it matters, tells people what you do, and makes it easy to get in touch. That's exactly what Wessex Websites builds.
- You're losing work you don't even know about. Word of mouth has a ceiling. Customers who don't already know you exist won't call — they'll search. Without a website, you're invisible to that entire group.
- Your current website might be doing more harm than good. A slow, outdated, or mobile-unfriendly page tells visitors (and Google!) you're not the kind of business that pays attention to detail. First impressions online are no different to in person.
- Big agency quotes aren't the only option. We've built websites for charities, sole traders, and small businesses right across Somerset and Dorset — from Somerton to Bridport and everywhere in between. Pages that load fast on rural connections, rank for local searches, and actually bring in enquiries.
No tech knowledge needed. Seriously.
You tell us what you do and who your customers are, we handle everything else. The build, the copy, the local SEO, and getting it live. Plain English throughout, and a price you'll know upfront before any work begins.
Who we are
You didn't start a business to become a tech expert
You're a builder, a beautician, a caterer, a landscaper. You're good at what you do. The last thing you need is someone throwing acronyms at you and sending a quote that needs its own glossary. Wessex Websites keeps things simple: plain English, clear pricing, and a website that works hard while you get on with the job.
Built for the West Country
We work with sole traders and small businesses across Somerset and Dorset. We know the area, we know the market, and we know what local customers actually search for when they need someone like you.
Every page we build is optimised for local search from day one. That means when someone in your town searches for the service you offer, your name has a genuine chance of showing up. No mystery, no jargon, no ongoing retainer required to make it happen.
The numbers
These are the real numbers that our existing clients have seen after launching their new websites. We don't do "up to" or "potential", these are actual results that have come in since going live.
- Revenue Increase
- 40%
- Conversion Rate
- 25%
Everything you need
A proper West Country small business website
A professional website, built properly. Fast to load, easy to find, and designed to turn local searches into real enquiries. Here's exactly what you get.
- Mobile-first design
- Built to look sharp on any screen, including the phones your customers are actually using to search.
- Local SEO included
- Your page is written and structured to rank for searches in your area from the moment it goes live.
- Fast on rural connections
- Lightweight, compiled code that loads quickly even on the slower connections common across Somerset and Dorset.
- Fixed price
- You'll know the full cost before any work begins. No hourly rates, no scope creep, no unexpected invoices.
- Contact form built in
- A simple, reliable form so customers can reach you directly from the page, day or night.
- Hosted and live
- We can handle hosting setup and get your site live. You don't need to touch a server or a settings panel.
- Yours to keep
- Once it's built and paid for, the site is yours. You can have us manage the hosting and updates, or we can hand over the keys and let you take care of it yourself. Your choice.
- Written for your customers
- Content that's clear and is written with your customers in mind. No jargon, no fluff, just the information they need to choose you.
Severn Freewheelers EVS
“I have been working with Kevin to relaunch our charity's website and he has produced something we can now be proud of. He was able to explain the formatting and build in simple terms and helped develop my knowledge. It appeared that nothing was too much trouble: patience and understanding are clearly a key strength.”
Pricing
Simple pricing, no surprises
A fixed price covers everything: design, build, copy, and local SEO. You'll know the full cost before we start, with no hourly rates or hidden extras.
Essential
Get found online with a fast, professional web presence. Everything you need to start winning local customers.
From £800
- 3-5 bespoke pages
- Mobile optimised design
- Local SEO optimised content
- Embedded contact information
- First year hosting included
Growth
Most popular
A full website you can manage and grow yourself. Built on a professional, easy-to-use CMS (trusted by NASA and the NHS) and optimised for local search from day one.
From £2750
- 3-5 user-customisable pages
- Configurable user permissions and roles
- Blog or news section to share updates and boost SEO
- Built-in contact form
- First three months hosting included
Bespoke
Bespoke builds are for businesses with more complex needs and data integrations.
These are normally handled via our parent company, WholeOcean. Contact us for a custom quote.
- eCommerce
- CRM integrations
- Advanced analytics
- User customisable forms
- Marketing automations
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find the answer you’re looking for? Get in touch.
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That's fine, that's what the free chat is for. We'll ask a few questions and point you in the right direction, even if that isn't us.
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No. Every page is built to fit your business, your location, and your customers. Affordable doesn't mean generic.
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We're upfront about everything from the start. No surprise invoices six months later.
Once we finish building your site, you'll own the code and be free to host it wherever you like. We can manage the hosting and maintenance for you via one of our plans, or we can hand over the keys and let you take care of it yourself. Your choice.
If you do decide to let us manage the hosting for you, the cost depends on the type of site you choose.
For hosting a static website (i.e., an essential site), we charge a flat rate of £60/year.
A CMS-based website (i.e., growth) has a monthly fee to cover the hosting and maintenance, which starts at £65/month for our basic plan (or £45 for charities and non-profits). This includes regular security patching, and up to 30 minutes support each month. If you need more support, we can discuss additional options, like via a transfer to our sister agency WholeOcean.
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A static website is a fixed set of pages that display the same content to every visitor. It's fast, secure, and simple — but updating it requires a developer. It suits businesses that need a solid online presence without regularly changing their content.
A CMS, or content management system, gives you a straightforward admin area to log into and update your own pages, add blog posts, or swap out images without touching any code. It's the better choice if you want to grow your site over time or keep content like news, offers, or portfolio work up to date yourself.
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Yes. Whether you're looking for a web designer in Somerton, need website design for tradespeople in Dorset, or run a business from a farm outside Bridport. Local SEO is exactly what we focus on.
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Wessex Websites is part of the WholeOcean family. This means that you get the advantage of working with a small, local business now while also having access to the wider range of services and expertise that a larger agency can provide if you need them later. If you need help with anything beyond your website, just let us know and we'll connect you with the right people.
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Privacy and security are extremely important to us so we build all our sites with data protection in mind. In fact, if you choose to host your growth site with us, we include a license to our partner Termageddon's privacy policy generator, which helps you create a custom privacy policy that fits your business and keeps you compliant with the latest regulations. If you have any specific questions about data protection or how we handle it, just ask!
Affordable web design for Somerset and Dorset small businesses
Your next customer is already searching. Let's make sure they find you
Getting a proper small business website for the South West doesn't have to mean months of back-and-forth, confusing proposals, or a bill that makes your eyes water.
It starts with a free, no-obligation conversation. Get in touch through the form below and we'll arrange a call for you to tell us about your business, where you're based, and what you want your website to do. We'll take it from there.
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“Patient, considered, willing to go the extra mile, and an incredible understanding of how an online presence links to marketing opportunities.
All while delivering a manageable and structured approach to rolling-out a site with provision for growth.”
