SMALL BUSINESS WEBSITE DESIGN
WORDPRESS & SHOPIFY
BESPOKE SEO OPTIMISED SMALL BUSINESS WEBSITES FOR BUSINESS OWNERS, START-UPS AND ENTREPRENEURS
Small business website design without the tech overwhelm.
Your website should be doing more than just sitting pretty – it should be bringing in business. I create SEO-friendly websites for small businesses that build trust, boost visibility, and turn visitors into customers. Whether you need a service based website or a full e-commerce setup, I’ll handle the tech so you don’t have to.
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87% of UK small businesses are online – and 84% say their website plays a significant role in their business
Can you say the same about yours? If your website feels out of date or isn’t bringing in leads, I can help. I design strategic, SEO-optimised websites for small businesses that don’t just look good – they attract the right people and turn them into paying customers.
“Since my new website went live, I’ve had regular enquiries from new customers. It’s highlighted the difference between having a website, and having an SEO-optimised website!”
Lynda, Pepper Social
Small Business Websites that help you…
What Makes My Small Business Websites Different?
Strategic
Before anything we discuss, via Zoom, where your business is, where you want to be and the best ways of reaching your goals. What is it you want this website to do for you.
WordPress – so scalable
A website that can grow with you as your business grows. New pages and updated features and functionality can be added when needed, rather than starting all over again.
Keyword Research
What do your ideal clients put into Google, Bing, Chat GPT etc etc when they are looking for a business like yours? And do you have a chance of ranking for these terms?
Always Mobile Responsive
Around 65% of people visit websites from their mobile phones so you website must be as engaging and as effective on mobile as it is on a large screen.
Effective SEO
That’s effective technical SEO, correct onpage SEO (including making sure your site is quick to load) and guidance to start you off on your ongoing SEO journey (blogs, back links etc)
Easy to update & maintain
You’ll be able to make changes and updates to your website whenever you want or need to. I’ll send you a complete walkthrough video showing you how.
Not just a website – a tool to grow your business
I don’t ‘just’ build websites. I create powerful, SEO-optimised platforms that help small businesses grow, attract the right customers, and build trust online.
Your website should do more than sit pretty. It should work hard for you, every day.
What you get:
90 minute discovery and strategy call
SEO strategy plan
Keyword & competitor research
Bespoke, expert SEO application
Custom desktop & mobile responsive design
Design of up to 6 Core Pages: Home / About / Services (a page for each) / Blog / Contact (you can also add further pages if wished)
Guidance relating to content plus design and build of required legal pages
Domain purchase and/or connection, website hosting and management
Individual training videos
30 days email support
How much does a small business website cost?
Every small business is different, and every website is too. So I would like to get to know more about your business before we settle on a suitable package – click the button below and we can chat your options through.
My website build process:
Step 1 Discovery & Strategy Meeting:
We’ll dive deep into your business goals and vision to create a website that truly resonates with your audience and goals.
Step 2 SEO Strategy Plan:
Including audit of existing SEO and up to 5 competitors
Step 3 Keyword Research:
Time spent researching and defining the right keywords for YOUR business
Step 4 Design & Build:
Your bespoke WordPress website is built with user-friendly design, SEO-ready code, and mobile performance. Timescale is usually around 8 weeks, and 6 weeks for ecommerce.
Step 5 Content Polish & SEO Optimisation:
I edit your copy for clarity and flow and refer to the keyword research to SEO optimise titles, meta and headings across the site. I also add website schema, and SEO optimise all of your images.
Step 6 Creation of Bespoke Video Lessons:
For you to refer to if you wish to make small changes or updates to the website.
faq
some questions Answered
01.
What factors affect the cost of website design?
So many things, including: design complexity, functionality, content creation (ie will you be providing the copy for the website along with the images?), security and required plugins, time scale, degree of SEO competitor consideration required and how many products you wish to display on an ecommerce site are just a few.
02.
Can you host and manage my Website for me?
Please be aware that I ONLY build websites for clients who will also be hosting thier website with me – you can find out all about my Website Management Services here.
Can you help me purchase a Website Domain Name?
Absolutely. For .co.uk addresses, expect to pay around £18 per year. I can also organise .com, .io, etc
03.
How long does it take to build a website?
Around 4 weeks for a service based business website and about 8 for ecommerce.
Is there a limit to how many pages I can commission?
No, no limit. Everything I will be doing for you is bespoke and all up for discussion
04.
Do you also build in Shopify?
I will be doing so from January 2026 and you can book into my waitlist now, prices will start at £4,000. As with all my websites you can pay in 3 installments if you wish.
05.
Can you explain more about SEO?
I can and I have a useful blog post: Why Your Website Needs to be SEO Friendly – click the link to read
06.
When is your next available slot for a website build?
I am now booking into 2026, February has already been booked but you could start as early as January
Wildcurrant clients are often:
Small business owners who want a website they’re proud to share
Artists, creatives, and consultants ready to elevate their online presence
Professionals who are too busy for DIY and tired of tech overwhelm
Ambitious founders who want SEO that delivers
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Wildcurrant, Ludlow
Websites, SEO & Ads for Small Business Owners & Creatives
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CONNECT?
If you are:
- looking for a new small business website,
- or an artist or creative looking for professional help from someone who understands your business,
- and/or SEO services,
- and/or Meta or Google Ads, then please do get in touch.
Email me: melissa@wildcurrant.co.uk
Call: 07771 623276