Web design, straight talking.
Practical writing on web development, SEO, and what the industry doesn't always tell you. Written by James Hattersley.
How Much Does a Small Business Website Cost in the UK in 2026?
How much does a small business website cost in the UK in 2026? A clear breakdown by delivery model, with a five-year total cost comparison.
Why Is Wix Bad for SEO? An Honest Answer in 2026
Wix's reputation for poor SEO is partly outdated and partly accurate. Here is what actually slows Wix sites down in 2026, where it has improved, and when the limits start to matter.
Why Website Builder Sites Score Low on Google PageSpeed
Wix and Squarespace sites routinely score 40-65 on Google PageSpeed. Here is the technical reason why, and what it means for your search rankings.
Why Your Wix Website Is Costing You More Than You Think
The monthly Wix subscription is not the only cost. Agency commission programs, platform lock-in, and performance gaps all add up. Here is what businesses miss.
How to Get a Professional Website for Under £500
What actually determines the cost of a website, and how to get something properly professional for under £500 without cutting corners that matter.
Restaurant Website Must-Haves: What Your Site Needs to Turn Visitors Into Bookings
Most restaurant websites lose bookings before they are even made. Here is what your site actually needs: mobile performance, a readable menu, booking without friction, and images that load fast.
Hand-Coded vs Template Websites: What Actually Matters for Your Google Ranking
Core Web Vitals, code structure, and image handling all affect your Google ranking. Here is how the method of building a website affects the metrics that matter.
What to Expect When Working With a Freelance Web Developer
What a freelance web project actually looks like, what questions to ask before you commit, and the red flags that are worth knowing about before you sign anything.