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06/03/2026

05/03/2026

Fancy having a go at learning some Sign Language?

Always fancied doing so but not quite got round to it?

If you're local to Taunton area in Somerset, then now's your chance to come along to our exciting, fun and friendly British Sign Language (BSL) taster workshop..

When?... Sunday 22nd March 10am - 12.00.
Where?...Ginger & Pink cafe, Orchard Shopping Centre.
Includes a lovely drink and yummy cake!
Bring family & friends - all welcome! Small deposit needed to secure your place.

Let's put our minds and hands to action to celebrate Sign Language Week 2026!

“Every sign learned is an act of allyship. Join us as an ally, learn, share and support us.” (British Deaf Association)
Hope to see you there!

03/12/2025

Another successful collaboration with White Knight Marketing Ltd 😀

Discover BRAZZ Taunton - modern bar & brasserie, bold seasonal dishes, excellent cocktails & a warm, buzzing atmosphere. Book your table today.

11/11/2025

At our recent Top Networking Taunton breakfast, I was reminded of a classic line from Jurassic Park:

“Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should.” – Ian Malcolm

That’s a perfect reminder for web design too — just because we can make something flashy or clever doesn’t mean everyone can use it.

Because if your website isn’t accessible… well, it’s a bit like a theme park full of dinosaurs — impressive, but it’s only a matter of time before it bites you! 🦖

Our latest blog, 'A Guide to Website Accessibility', shares key checks, FAQs, and how Somerset Web Services can help you achieve WCAG compliance with a professional website accessibility audit.

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Learn how to make your website accessible and WCAG compliant. Discover 5 key checks, common FAQs, and how Somerset Web Services can provide a website accessibility audit and fixes across the UK.

16/10/2025

If your site isn’t clear to an AI machine, it’s becoming invisible to the humans who rely on those machines for answers. Read more >>

12/09/2025

In Star Wars: A New Hope, Obi-Wan Kenobi says: ‘I felt a great disturbance in the Force, as if millions of voices suddenly cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced.’

That’s exactly what would happen if Facebook or Google went down - people would lose their minds!

But here’s the real question: what would happen if it was your website that disappeared? No enquiries, no sales, no visibility. Customers clicking… and getting nothing.

It doesn’t matter how great your business is - if your website vanishes, so does your credibility. And unlike a Jedi, we can’t just wave our hands and bring it back.

That’s why good hosting, support and strong website security are vital. At Somerset Web Services, we keep your website safe, fast, and always online - so your customers find you, not frustration.

Because when it comes to websites, you don’t want the Force - or your business - disturbed.

Need any help? Contact us!

Web design company throughout Somerset including Taunton, Bridgwater, Ilminster. Contact us for a competitive price to build your eye-catching CMS website.

06/08/2025

We recently did a presentation at the Somerset Chamber of Commerce networking session about "10 Tools to Help You Run Your Website More Effectively". Here is some information from the presentation for those who missed it.

Running a website isn’t a one-and-done job. From performance and security to SEO and analytics, there are many moving parts that need regular attention.

22/07/2025

Thank you Somerset Web Services for your expertise! It is wonderful to have businesses within our membership who dedicate time & knowledge to help us continue to support the wider membership community ✅https://www.somersetwebservices.co.uk/ Thank you for ensuring our website functions at a premium level and is updated regularly with all of the good news from our membership!

06/06/2025

Here's a summary of the presentation I gave this morning at Top Networking Taunton about "Understanding website DOM".

https://www.somersetwebservices.co.uk/news/2025/06/06/understanding-dom-size/

The Document Object Model (DOM) is a key concept, but many people may not know exactly what it is or how its size impacts website performance.

15/05/2025

04/04/2025

Following on from my previous blog: The need for speed, I thought a guide on how to convert to WebP images could be useful. So here you have it!

21/03/2025

Something we work passionately with our clients.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, website page speed is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity, with users expecting instant access to information.