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Ceri Wood Designs Ceri Wood Designs offers bespoke website design, development and brand identity.

I specialise in creating attractive and functional websites for small businesses and the self employed. Whether you are looking for your current website and logo to be re-vamped or you're starting from scratch, I can help. I work closely with my clients to find out exactly what they are wanting from their website and convert this to an online presence. As well as designing and developing websites, I provide everything from logo designs to business card designs and other realted stationery. Bespoke website design
Website implementation
Logo design
Stationery design
Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
Ongoing website maintenence

Customer service is a BIG deal to me.I know this because if I receive sub-standard customer service from a company, I ju...
26/09/2026

Customer service is a BIG deal to me.

I know this because if I receive sub-standard customer service from a company, I just won’t use them again. Simple as that!

Which is why I always aim to give my clients the same level of service and experience that I would like, and expect, when I’m dealing with a company.

For me, good customer service isn’t just about doing a good job. It’s about being reliable, communicating clearly and making sure my clients know what’s going on.

I don’t leave emails sitting in my inbox unanswered for weeks on end, I don’t do half a job and disappear, and I don’t leave my clients wondering what’s happening with their website. If I say I’m going to do something, I do it.

I also know that having a website built can feel like a big thing, especially if you’re not particularly confident with the technical side of things. So I want the process to feel as straightforward and stress-free as possible. I’ll keep you updated, explain things when you need me to, and make sure you know that I’ve got everything in hand.

And once your website is live, that’s not the end of the relationship. I’m still here if you need updates, have a question, or something crops up that you’re not quite sure how to deal with.

At the end of the day, I want my clients to feel that they can rely on me, trust me and pick up the phone or send me an email whenever they need to.

Because good customer service shouldn’t be an added extra. It should just be part of the service. 😊

Are you a self-declared non-technical person? No problem!If the thought of domains, hosting, SSL certificates and anythi...
23/09/2026

Are you a self-declared non-technical person? No problem!

If the thought of domains, hosting, SSL certificates and anything else remotely technical makes your eyes glaze over, you’re definitely not alone!

I make it my job to keep things simple and avoid baffling my clients with unnecessary technical jargon. If you’ve got a question, I’ll explain it in plain English and make sure you understand what you actually need to know – without making you feel like you need a degree in computer science!

And if there’s something technical that needs doing with your website, hosting or domain name that you don’t need to know the ins and outs of, I’ll just sort it for you.

You don’t need to know how everything works behind the scenes. That’s my job! Your job is to run your business, and my job is to make sure the website side of things works as it should.

And if you’ve ever got a technical question, big or small, just ask. There’s no such thing as a silly question, and I’d much rather you ask than sit there wondering what on earth something means!

So, if you’re a self-declared non-technical person, don’t worry – you’re in safe hands.

A website for a dog-loving physiotherapist!Hannah is an animal physiotherapist who specialises in working with dogs – wh...
21/09/2026

A website for a dog-loving physiotherapist!

Hannah is an animal physiotherapist who specialises in working with dogs – what a fantastic job to have!

A few years ago, the hosting for her website was coming up for renewal with her existing provider, and Hannah decided it was time to bring the website up to date. It wasn’t mobile-friendly and was so old that making any updates had become really difficult.

So she contacted me and asked if I could build her a new website. She didn’t need anything all singing and all dancing, but she knew she needed a professional online presence, so a one-page website was the perfect solution. We included all the key information her clients would need, keeping everything simple and easy to find.

Since then, I’ve also designed an accompanying business card and helped Hannah set up her logo as an email signature.

Her testimonial mentioning the great ongoing support I provide really means a lot to me. I don’t just disappear as soon as a website is launched! I like to build strong relationships with my clients, so they know they can trust me to do the best for them and that I’m always here when they need me.

And as if that wasn’t lovely enough, Hannah also recommended me to her colleague Molly, who is also an animal physiotherapist.

One thing you should know about your new website…You know me, websites are my bread and butter! I love designing and bui...
19/09/2026

One thing you should know about your new website…

You know me, websites are my bread and butter! I love designing and building them, and they should show you, your business and what you do at your very best.

But… they shouldn’t be relied on to magically bring in loads of new business all by themselves! 😉

Your website is just one part of your overall marketing. Once it launches, people aren’t automatically going to know you’re there (wouldn’t that be nice?!). You still need to get your name out there, build your reputation and give people a reason to visit your website.

Here are a few simple ways to do that:

- Google Business Profile – set it up and keep it up to date.
- Online directories – get your business listed in relevant directories.
- Social media – pick one or two platforms where your customers actually hang out.
- Work with other businesses – collaborate with businesses that have a similar audience to you.
- Ask for reviews – they’re a great way to build trust.
- Get yourself out there locally – local newspapers, blogs, podcasts, networking groups… whatever works for you.
- Add your website everywhere – email signatures, social media bios, business cards, invoices, packaging… the little things all add up!

I always build websites using SEO best practices to give them the best possible chance of appearing in search results. But a website shouldn’t be your only source of new enquiries.

Think of it as your online home…you still need to tell people where you live! 😊

Design

I’ve been working with local business Physiofit for many years now (did someone say 15 years…?! 😳) on their design, mark...
18/09/2026

I’ve been working with local business Physiofit for many years now (did someone say 15 years…?! 😳) on their design, marketing and website needs.

As a very busy physiotherapy and Pilates practice, there’s always something that needs designing, whether that’s a flyer, poster, leaflet or social media graphic.

Here’s one of their recent double-sided leaflets, promoting the two sides of their business. They can hand these out locally or have them available in their waiting rooms, giving existing clients the chance to find out more about the other services they offer.

And if you’ve been thinking about joining a Pilates or reformer Pilates class, I can highly recommend them! 😊 Physiofit Leeds

Why walking Beau helps to solve website problemsBeau has many roles in my life - bestie, running buddy, confidant, chief...
15/09/2026

Why walking Beau helps to solve website problems

Beau has many roles in my life - bestie, running buddy, confidant, chief happiness generator and.........problem solver! We spend a lot of time together walking in nature where she heads off sniffing and frolicking and I am left with my thoughts about life and work. I find it's a great time to get my thoughts in order, where I can think about designs, processes and technical solutions to website issues I might currently be having. I can often start the walk with my head in a bit of a muddle, but 30 minutes later, my head is clearer and I've come up with a plan of action that I can implement when I get home.

So Beau isn't just a pretty face, she's great at multi tasking with me!

I like to think of a homepage as an overview of all the important content on your website. It should be nicely sectioned...
10/09/2026

I like to think of a homepage as an overview of all the important content on your website. It should be nicely sectioned, highlighting the information your potential clients are most likely to find useful. This could include the different services you offer, why they should choose you, where you’re based, customer testimonials, and anything else that shows what makes you and your business great!

From there, potential clients can click through to any of the sections that interest them to find out more.

Have you ever heard the term “above the fold” when talking about websites? It’s the part of your homepage that visitors see straight away, at the top of the page, before they start scrolling.

This is one of the most important areas of your website because you need to grab people’s attention and explain clearly what you do. If they like what they see, they’re more likely to scroll down and find out more. If they don’t, there’s a good chance they’ll simply hit the back button and look for another website instead!

Grabbing their attention straight away is especially important if they’ve found your website through a search engine rather than by typing your web address directly into their browser. You’ve only got a few seconds to convince them they’re in the right place.

Are you using the right words on your website to help potential clients find you?Do you want your website to appear in s...
08/09/2026

Are you using the right words on your website to help potential clients find you?

Do you want your website to appear in search results when potential clients search for the products or services you offer?

If so, it's worth asking yourself: are the words and phrases you want to be found for actually on your website?

Search engines use lots of different factors and algorithms to decide which websites appear in search results and where they rank. It's a little bit like social media deciding which posts to show to which people.

There are lots of things you can do to improve your chances of appearing in search results, but one of the basics is making sure your website actually talks about what you do and where you do it.

If you want to be found for a particular word or phrase, but it's barely mentioned (or not mentioned at all) on your website, you're making it pretty difficult for Google to understand that your website is relevant to that search.

And this becomes even more important if you're working in a competitive industry or location.

For example, I'm based in Horsforth, just north of Leeds in West Yorkshire, and I'm a website designer. Rather than trying to compete for the incredibly broad and competitive search term "website designer Leeds", I can be much more specific about where I work and focus on phrases such as "website designer Horsforth" or "website designer West Yorkshire".

That doesn't mean I can't work with clients across Leeds or further afield — it simply means I'm being more strategic about the searches I'm trying to appear for.

SEO isn't about cramming as many keywords onto your website as possible. It's about naturally using the words and phrases your potential clients are actually searching for, in the right places, while still making your website useful and enjoyable to read.

Because ultimately, you're writing your website for people first and search engines second.

I was at my niece's house the other week and spotted this great poster she'd drawn on her bedroom door. I immediately th...
08/09/2026

I was at my niece's house the other week and spotted this great poster she'd drawn on her bedroom door. I immediately thought, "How brilliant! What a great motto for life."

She's only 8, and I really hope she sticks with this strategy all the way into adulthood!

And you know what? I think it's a pretty good motto for websites too.

Who wants their website to blend in and look like every other run-of-the-mill website, with no personality and no real reason for people to engage with it?

Your website should shout about you and your business. What makes you different? What makes you unique? Why should someone choose you over your competitors?

Your website is an opportunity to show people who you are, not just what you do. So don't be afraid to inject some personality into it.

And if you ever find yourself asking, "Is that too much?" remember: if it genuinely reflects you and your business, then it's probably not too much!

I've known Tricia for quite a few years now. She owns a local ladies' gym, and during lockdown (remember that?!) I suppo...
02/09/2026

I've known Tricia for quite a few years now. She owns a local ladies' gym, and during lockdown (remember that?!) I supported her in getting her classes online when she couldn't open her physical gym. It was an incredibly stressful and testing time, and I think we're all glad to see the back of it!

She also had an issue with her previous website host and needed some technical help to get things sorted. Since then, though, it's been smooth sailing! 🙂

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