Web design Manchester
fast, conversion-focused, ready for local search
We build high-performance websites for Manchester and Salford businesses that need to convert visitors into leads. Every site loads instantly on mobile, tracks conversions properly, and grows with your business.
Why Fernside Studio for web design in Manchester
Manchester businesses from the Northern Quarter to MediaCity need websites that deliver results—clear messaging, lightning-fast load times, and conversion-optimized layouts. We build sites that capture leads from Spinningfields to Altrincham and beyond.
Every build includes Astro for performance, Cloudflare hosting for reliability, optional Shopify or WooCommerce for ecommerce, and either Fernside CMS or WordPress handover so your team can manage content confidently.
Neighbourhoods we currently serve
- Northern Quarter
- Ancoats
- MediaCity
- Salford Quays
- Spinningfields
- Didsbury
- Chorlton
- Altrincham
Looking for our full Manchester studio services including CMS builds, migrations, and ongoing support?
View our complete Manchester servicesWhy speed & local focus matter
When someone in Manchester 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 Manchester 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
- Lightning-fast sites that rank well across Manchester and Salford
- Structured data and schemas for better search visibility
- PPC-ready pages with proper tracking and quality scores
- Monthly support packages with SLAs for ongoing peace of mind
Services available in Manchester
Every engagement includes hosting, analytics wiring, and optional Fernside CMS onboarding.
High-converting landing pages
Focused single-page sites built to capture Manchester leads. We include one-tap calling, embedded maps, customer reviews, and copy optimized for buyers across Ancoats, Didsbury, and Salford Quays.
Ecommerce & lead generation sites
Full Shopify or WooCommerce builds with conversion-optimized layouts, proper product schemas, and analytics wired to track revenue and return on ad spend from launch.
WordPress migrations & ongoing support
We'll move your slow WordPress site to blazing-fast Astro, or optimize your existing WordPress with speed improvements, security hardening, and monthly support tickets.
Packages & pricing
Transparent pricing for Manchester 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 Manchester 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.