Serving Derby & Derbyshire

Web design Derby
Derby website design built for speed & local search

We build fast-loading marketing sites and landing pages for Derby businesses that need to turn local visitors into qualified leads. Every site we ship loads in under a second and ranks well in Derbyshire search.

5 days
Launch Sprint
<1s
Median load
95+
Lighthouse score

Why Fernside Studio for web design in Derby

When Derby SMEs need a website that actually works—clear messaging, instant mobile load times, and strong calls-to-action that convert—we build it. Our Derby web design process focuses on what drives results: performance-first architecture, local buyer intent, and conversion-optimized layouts that capture enquiries from Pride Park to Belper.

Every project includes professional copywriting, modular Astro components for lightning-fast page loads, rigorous quality assurance, Cloudflare deployment for reliability, and optional Fernside CMS access so your team can safely edit content without breaking anything.

Neighbourhoods we currently serve

  • Cathedral Quarter
  • Pride Park
  • Littleover
  • Duffield
  • Belper
  • Mickleover
  • Allestree
  • Chaddesden
  • Long Eaton
  • Ashbourne

Looking for our full Derby studio services including CMS builds, migrations, and ongoing support?

View our complete Derby services

Why speed & local focus matter

When someone in Derby 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 Derby 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 Derby buyers
  • Optional CMS access for safe content updates without breaking anything
  • Cloudflare hosting and ongoing support included

Services available in Derby

Every engagement includes hosting, analytics wiring, and optional Fernside CMS onboarding.

High-converting landing pages

Single-page sites designed to capture Derby leads fast. We build them with mobile-first layouts, one-tap calling, Google Maps integration, and copy that speaks directly to local buyers searching for your services.

Full marketing websites

Multi-page sites that establish credibility and drive conversions. We include your services, case studies, pricing transparency, detailed FAQs, and lead capture forms—all built on blazing-fast Astro with proper search visibility.

WordPress migrations & ongoing support

We'll migrate your slow WordPress site to modern Astro with Fernside CMS, or optimize your existing WordPress/WooCommerce setup with performance improvements, security hardening, and monthly support tickets.

Packages & pricing

Transparent pricing for Derby projects—mix and match to suit your launch plan.

Launch Sprint

£750

pay 50% to reserve your slot

  • Strategy + copy session
  • Custom Astro landing page
  • Hosting + monitoring
  • CMS-ready structure
  • 14-day bug fix window

Studio Site

from £2,400

50% deposit, balance at launch

  • Discovery + IA workshop
  • Full design system
  • Custom Astro build
  • Hosting + monitoring
  • 15-day support window

Fernside CMS

£29/mo

Cancel anytime. Enhancements billed per ticket.

  • Custom content modelling
  • Dashboard + editor roles
  • Hosting + monitoring
  • Training + documentation
  • Support portal access

Support tickets

from £150

Invoices per ticket

  • Clear scopes before work starts
  • Includes hosting + monitoring
  • Access to support portal
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Bundle multiple tickets for savings

Ready to launch your Derby 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.