Web design Cardiff websites built for the Welsh capital
We build professional websites for Cardiff and South Wales businesses that turn visitors into customers. Every site looks great on mobile, loads fast, and helps you get found by local buyers from Cardiff Bay to the Valleys.
Why Fernside Studio for web design in Cardiff
Cardiff has transformed from a docklands city into Wales's startup and creative hub — and the local business scene reflects that range. From Cardiff Bay media companies and Pontcanna independents to Canton high-street retailers and Cathays student-facing services, your website needs to work harder than a template allows. We build sites with clear messaging, instant mobile load times, and strong calls-to-action that capture leads across the full customer journey.
Every project includes professional copywriting, responsive design that works on every device, analytics set up from day one so you can measure results, reliable hosting, and an optional content editor so your team can update your website safely without needing a developer.
Neighbourhoods we currently serve
- Cardiff Bay
- Pontcanna
- Roath
- Canton
- Cathays
- Llandaff
- Penarth
- Splott
Local services
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Why speed & local focus matter
When someone in Cardiff searches for a web designer, they're comparing sites in seconds. A fast-loading, mobile-optimized site captures that lead while competitors are still loading.
- Every Cardiff site we build is designed to rank well in local search and convert visitors into leads.
- Lightning-fast load times (under 1 second) mean visitors stay engaged and Google ranks you higher.
- Optional Fernside CMS access lets your team update content, pricing, and offers without waiting on developers.
What you get
- A website that loads in under 1 second on mobile and desktop
- Professional copywriting that speaks to Cardiff and South Wales buyers
- Local SEO foundations so you appear in Cardiff search results
- Reliable hosting and ongoing support included
Services available in Cardiff
Every engagement includes hosting, analytics wiring, and optional Fernside CMS setup.
High-converting landing pages
A one-page website ready in days — designed to capture Cardiff leads. We build with mobile-first layouts, one-tap calling, Google Maps integration, and copy tailored to local buyers across Cardiff Bay, Roath, and Penarth.
Full marketing websites
A full website that positions your Cardiff business as the obvious choice. We include service pages, case studies, testimonials, and lead capture forms — all built for fast loading and local search visibility from Canton to Llandaff.
Website migrations & ongoing support
We'll move your slow, outdated website to a fast, modern one with an easy content editor, or improve your existing site with speed upgrades, security improvements, and monthly support so you're never left without help.
Packages & pricing
Transparent pricing for Cardiff projects—mix and match to suit your launch plan.
Launch Sprint
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- Strategy + copy session
- Custom Astro landing page
- Hosting + monitoring
- CMS-ready structure
- 14-day bug fix window
Studio Site
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- Discovery + IA workshop
- Full design system
- Custom Astro build
- Hosting + monitoring
- 15-day support window
Fernside CMS
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- Custom content modelling
- Dashboard + editor roles
- Hosting + monitoring
- Training + documentation
- Support portal access
Support tickets
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- Clear scopes before work starts
- Includes hosting + monitoring
- Access to support portal
- Flexible scheduling
- Bundle multiple tickets for savings
Ready to launch your Cardiff website?
Tell us about your business, your goals, and when you need to launch. We'll send you a detailed project plan and timeline within one business day.