WEBSITE DESIGN HEREFORD
SEO-led WordPress and Shopify websites that bring in the right enquiries.
If you run a small business in Hereford or anywhere across Herefordshire and your website is not doing the job it should, you are in the right place.
Whether you need a professional site built fast, or a fully bespoke build with deep SEO research, I have a package that fits where you are right now.
I’m Melissa Critchley, founder of Wildcurrant. I design strategic websites that look the part and get found, with SEO built in from day one. Not bolted on later.
Wildcurrant created a website that not only looks beautiful but also fulfils all the technical criteria we needed.
Melissa has helped enormously in the development of our fledgling business, by working tirelessly and expertly to rebuild our website and really make it work for us.
We contacted Melissa to help us design a new website for our new Luxury Holiday let.
Melissa listened to all of our ideas and was able to create the perfect website to help us showcase our property. Melissa thought of things that I hadn’t even considered.
A great initial website created by Wildcurrant to start our business a couple of years ago…
We recently updated and expanded the site with Melissa’s help, guidance and savvy advice, and now have more customers and enquiries than ever! It’s definitely working for us.
If you want a Hereford website that does the heavy lifting, you’re in the right place
You don’t need a “pretty” website that wins compliments and then does absolutely nothing.
You need a site that:
- makes it immediately clear what you do and who it’s for
- builds trust quickly (so people actually contact you)
- is easy to use on mobile
- is structured properly for Google and modern AI-driven search
- is simple for you to update without fear of breaking it
Website design services in Hereford — a package to suit where you are right now
Every business is at a different stage. Some need a professional site up fast. Others need a fully bespoke build with deep SEO research. Here is what I offer:
Website in a Week (SEO-Ready) — £2,400
A focused five to seven page WordPress website built in one working week, with SEO-ready foundations included. Perfect if you need something professional up quickly and your content is ready to go.
- 45-minute strategy call
- 5 pages included (Home, About, Service, Contact plus one more or a blog). Extra pages at £300 each
- Your privacy policy, T&C pages and a 404 page added
- Bespoke Trello board to guide you through everything I need, including my ebook to help you write your website copy
- Images sized and named correctly
- SEO page titles and meta descriptions added
- Mobile-responsive layouts
- Social accounts and forms connected
- Google Analytics and Search Console set up, site submitted to Google
- Wildcurrant ebook: how to set up, optimise and work with your Google Business Profile
- Bespoke video lesson on how to update your website
- 30 minutes of revisions within 7 days
- 14 days email support for tech questions
- Eco website hosting, SSL certificate, backups and tech updates included
Investment: £2,400
Website in a Week + Full SEO — £4,400
Everything in Website in a Week, plus a full SEO upgrade across your three most important pages. For Hereford businesses that want a fast build and want it optimised properly from day one.
- Everything in Website in a Week
- In-depth keyword research for three of your most important pages
- Competitor and positioning research to spot gaps and shape the site strategically
- On-page SEO for three key pages to help them rank better and convert more effectively
- A clear, SEO-friendly page structure and heading hierarchy
- Well-written FAQ sections with Schema Markup
- A thoughtful internal linking plan to strengthen your site structure
- Meta titles and descriptions written to support visibility and improve click-throughs
Investment: £2,400 + £2,000 SEO upgrade = £4,400 in total
Bespoke WordPress Website Design Hereford — from £5,200
A fully bespoke WordPress website built over four to six weeks, with keyword and competitor research and advanced SEO built in throughout. The right choice if you need more than seven pages, or if you want a site that is genuinely built to look premium and generate better enquiries.
- Strategy call so I can properly understand your business, your ideal clients and what success looks like
- Bespoke design and build, mobile-friendly, fast and easy to navigate
- Keyword and competitor research
- Advanced SEO across your key pages, plus SEO hygiene throughout
- On-page optimisation: titles, meta, copy structure and image optimisation
- Analytics set-up: GA4 and Google Search Console
- Training so you can manage your site with confidence (video walkthroughs)
- Two rounds of revisions
- 30 days of email support after launch
- Eco website hosting, SSL certificate, backups and tech updates included
- Platform: WordPress for service businesses, Shopify for ecommerce
- What affects your final investment: whether this is a new build or a replacement (replacements require careful SEO protection, page mapping and redirects), number of pages and complexity, content support needed, integrations such as booking systems or CRMs, and the depth of SEO research required.
- There are no hidden costs. Anything outside the agreed scope is discussed and priced in advance.
Investment: from £5,200. Payment plan available: 25/25/25/25 split. Ongoing care from £65/month.
Optional add-ons for your Hereford website
Where helpful, I can bring in trusted collaborators or work with your existing partners on:
- Copywriting
- Photography and video
- Branding and visual identity
- Email marketing set-up and automations
- Ongoing SEO and Local SEO
- Google and Meta Advertising
These are costed separately so you only pay for what you genuinely need.
How your Hereford website project works, from first call to launch
1) Discovery + clarity
We start with a discovery call, then a strategy session to get crystal-clear on your goals, offers and ideal customers.
2) Structure + design
I map out the page flow and user journey, then design the homepage first so we nail the look and feel early.
3) Build + SEO setup
Once the design direction is signed off, I build the full site and implement SEO foundations as I go.
4) Test + launch
I test forms, mobile, speed and key pages — then launch properly (no crossed fingers and hope).
5) Handover + support
You get training so you can update your site confidently, plus options for ongoing support if you want everything handled for you.
What you’ll need to have ready before your Hereford website project starts
To keep things calm and efficient (and avoid the last-minute scramble), I’ll need:
⭐️ your logo + brand basics (colours/fonts if you have them)
⭐️ your website copy
⭐️ your images
⭐️ clarity on your services/offers and who you’re trying to attract
⭐️ access to your domain + current website/hosting (if relevant)
⭐️ your legal pages (privacy/cookies/terms)
If any of that feels like a sticking point, tell me. I can recommend trusted copywriters, brand designers and photographers, or we can build a simple plan to get you there.
What is not included – just so everything is clear up front
➤ Branding or a full rebrand
➤ Copywriting within the standard price
➤ Photography or image sourcing
➤ Legal policy creation
➤ Ongoing SEO retainers or ad management, unless added as a separate service
➤ Third-party subscription costs: apps, plugins and tools
Why SEO-first Hereford website design is the only kind worth investing in
Here’s the truth: for most small businesses, a website only becomes a genuine asset when it’s visible, ie findable by Google, Bing and AI
That’s why every website design Hereford project I take on includes SEO foundations as standard:
- keyword and competitor research (so we know what we’re aiming at)
- a Google and AI friendly structure (pages that make sense to humans, search engines and LLMs)
- fast, mobile-first performance
- on-page optimisation for your services and location
- clear calls to action that turn visitors into enquiries
The result: you are not paying for a brochure site. You are investing in a website that can actually support growth.
If you are interested in Search Engine Optimisation you may enjoy this blog: SEO Friendly Website Design
Website design for Hereford, Leominster, Ledbury, Bromyard and beyond
I work with businesses across Hereford, Ledbury, Leominster, Bromyard and the wider Herefordshire area — and with clients across the UK too.
If you’re local, brilliant. We can keep things nice and straightforward (and yes, we can do in-person if it helps). If you’re not, the process still works beautifully online.
Being based in Ludlow on the Shropshire and Herefordshire border, I understand the local business landscape and the kind of clients you are trying to reach.
You’re in safe hands
I am Melissa, website designer, SEO consultant and long-time digital marketer. I have been doing this for a long time and I am very calm about the tech, so you do not have to worry.
My clients usually come to me when they are ready to stop tinkering and start building something solid: a site that reflects the quality of their business and helps them grow.
- 20 years in marketing, 8 years building websites
- 45 five-star Google reviews
- Based in Ludlow, working with businesses across Herefordshire, Shropshire and the UK
- Strategy-first: every site is built around your goals, not just a template
- No jargon and no disappearing acts once the site goes live
Got questions? I am just an email away: melissa@wildcurrant.co.uk
I cover the wider region too, including website design across the West Midlands.
Frequently asked questions about website design in Hereford
Do you only work with Hereford businesses?
Not at all. I work across Herefordshire and the UK. Local projects are welcome (and fun).
Which website design package is right for me?
If you need a professional site up quickly and have your content ready, Website in a Week is a great fit.
If you want full SEO done alongside the build, add the SEO upgrade.
If you need more than seven pages, or you want a site with deep keyword and competitor research and a fully bespoke design, the Bespoke package is the one to go for.
If you are not sure, book a free discovery call and I will tell you honestly which option makes most sense. To do this, click HERE
Should I choose WordPress or Shopify for my Hereford ecommerce website?
WordPress is brilliant for service businesses and content-led sites.
Shopify is ideal when ecommerce is central to what you do.
If you are unsure, I will recommend what makes sense for your goals during the discovery call.
Will you write my website copy?
I can edit and shape what you have at an additional cost, or recommend a trusted copywriter.
All packages require your content to be supplied and final before the build begins.
Does website design in Hereford include SEO?
Yes, SEO foundations are built into every project. The level of SEO work depends on which package you choose.
Website in a Week includes SEO-ready foundations (clean structure, headings, meta placeholders).
The SEO add-on or Bespoke package includes full keyword research, competitor research and on-page optimisation.
Ongoing SEO can be added as a follow-on service.
Can you redesign my existing Hereford website?
I can, but in my experience a new build will be far more effective than trying to retrofit an existing site. Redesigns also require careful SEO protection, including page mapping and redirects, to avoid losing any rankings you already have.
How long will my website project take?
Website in a Week packages are built in five working days.
Bespoke projects typically take four to six weeks for a service-based site and six to eight weeks for ecommerce.
The biggest factor is usually content readiness. If your words and images are ready at kick-off, everything moves faster and feels much less stressful.
How much time will I need to put in?
Once booked, you will receive a Trello board that walks you through exactly what I need from you step by step: log-in details, images, copy and so on. Most clients find it takes around four to five hours to pull everything together.
I also provide a guide to writing your website copy if that helps.
What happens after my Hereford website goes live?
You get a training walkthrough so you can manage the site with confidence.
You also get 30 days of email support after launch.
Ongoing hosting and management plans start from £35/month (hosting only) or £65/month (hosting plus management, which includes updates, backups, monitoring and 15 minutes of small updates each month).
Are there any hidden costs?
No. Anything outside the agreed scope is discussed and priced in advance.
Third-party subscription costs such as apps, plugins or tools are not included and would be additional, but I will flag anything relevant before you commit.
What is the payment structure?
Bespoke projects are split across four instalments: 25 percent to book your spot in my diary, 25 percent at the start, 25 percent at design sign-off and 25 percent at launch.
Ready to invest in website design in Hereford that actually works?
If you are looking for a new website that is strategic, search-friendly and genuinely built to convert, let us talk.
Book a free 15-minute discovery call. No hard sell, just a clear next step. To do this, click HERE
- Email: melissa@wildcurrant.co.uk
- Call: 07771 623276
Strategic website design plus advanced SEO & GEO
ABOUT
I work with small business owners delivering strategic website design and advanced SEO. Based in Ludlow, Shropshire and working UK wide.
Ludlow, SY8 1NN
07771 623276
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