Freelance Website Development

Looking for expert website design and development in the UK? Want a top tier site without the high cost of hiring in house? Let’s talk about how we craft stunning, high performing websites tailored to your brand.

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Quay Marketing website design and development

Quay Website Design & Builds

Quay Marketing specialises in WordPress website design and development for UK businesses. From sleek brochure sites to robust eCommerce builds, we create fast, secure, and fully responsive websites.

We also offer SEO integration, performance optimisation, user experience design, and ongoing support to ensure your site delivers results.

With over 20 years’ experience, we’ve built a trusted team of UK based WordPress experts, delivering agency level quality at a cost that’s accessible to small and mid sized UK businesses.

What We Do

We hope to become your new team member without being full/part time employed which saves you money and brings you the best in Digital Marketing Expertise.

Website Design

Reach the top of the search engines for target keywords.

Website Development

We will return you the best ROI for your advertising budget.

Website Management

Modern and beutiful website construction and management.

e-commerce

Lets improve your social media engagement to drive traffic.

Why You Should Use A Freelancer?

Hiring a freelancer offers flexibility, cost efficiency, and access to specialised skills without the long term commitment of a full time hire.

Strategic Expertise

Strategic Expertise

We develop and execute data driven marketing strategies tailored to your industry and audience.

Increased ROI

Increased ROI

By optimising campaigns across channels (SEO, PPC, social, etc.), we maximise your marketing budget’s impact.

Flexibility Without Commitment

Flexibility Without Commitment

You pay only for what you need no fixed salaries or long term payroll burdens.

Keeps You Competitive

Keeps You Competitive

We keep your business ahead of competitors through research, trend awareness and innovation.

Saves Time & Resources

Saves Time & Resources

Frees up your time so you can focus on running the business while we handle the digital side.

No PAYE, NI, or Pension

No PAYE, NI, or Pension

You avoid employer obligations like PAYE, National Insurance contributions and Auto enrolment pensions

A Deductible Business Expense

Deductible Business Expense

Payments to a contractor can often be deducted from your business income, lowering your business tax liability.

Easy to Scale Up or Down

Easy to Scale Up or Down

Scale marketing efforts up or down without contractual complications..

How We Beat Any Digital Agency

From UX design to SEO friendly development, every aspect is tailored to your business not squeezed into a template.

This means faster launches, cleaner code, better performing websites, and a more transparent process. For UK small to mid size businesses, it’s not just more affordable,  it’s smarter.

Quay Marketing delivers a level of quality, agility, and personal service that traditional digital agencies simply can’t match. As a freelance partner you speak to the expert doing the work. Me.

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What is Website design and Website Development?

Website design and development refers to the process of creating and building websites, combining visual design, user experience, and technical functionality. It involves designing the layout, look and feel of a site, and developing the structure and code that allows it to work effectively across different devices and browsers.

How We Build Your New Website

1. Project Kick off & Discovery

Initial meeting to understand project goals, target audience, and key requirements for the website.

8. Backend Development & CMS Integration

Build the site’s core functionality, integrate with a CMS, and enable content management features.

2. Research & Strategy Development

Gather insights, review competitors, and define the approach to structure, design, and content planning.

9. Testing & Quality Assurance (QA)

Check for bugs, browser compatibility, performance, accessibility, and mobile responsiveness.

3. Sitemap & Information Architecture

Outline the website structure and organise content to support user journeys and key business goals.

10. Client Review & Feedback Rounds

Present the website for client input, gather feedback, and make necessary adjustments to design or content.

4. Wireframing & UX Design

Create low fidelity layouts to map user flow, prioritise content, and define the functional framework.

11. Final Revisions & Sign Off

Complete last changes, confirm all functionality works, and get formal approval to move forward.

5. Visual Design & Branding Integration

Develop the visual look and feel, applying brand colours, fonts, imagery, and overall design direction.

12. Website Launch

Push the final version live to the public domain, ensuring a smooth, secure, and successful release.

6. Content Planning & Copywriting

Identify required content, gather assets, and create or refine copy to support messaging and SEO.

13. Post Launch Support & Maintenance

Monitor performance, fix any issues, and offer ongoing support for updates, backups, and improvements.

7. Frontend Development

Translate approved designs into responsive, interactive web pages using HTML, CSS, and WordPress.

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