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Blackpool & Fylde Glass – Welcome to BY Design

May 22, 2026

Welcome to Blackpool & Fylde Glass, who have moved their website hosting to BY Design.

Our latest customer review from Carole at Sunderland Point Mission Heritage Centre

Sunderland Point MHC – Website Review

May 20, 2026

“Ben has been exceptionally helpful, patient and understanding in our quest to obtain a new, fit for purpose website.”

Trimpell Sports and Social Club – Welcome to BY Design.

May 13, 2026

Welcome to Trimpell Sports and Social Club, who have moved their website hosting to BY Design.

AI Citations and Optimisation at BY Design - AI AI O

Old MacDonald Had a Farm Shop, AI AI O

May 7, 2026

Old Mac got in touch with BYD as he is now selling this produce via his website, and wants to get a citation in AI search.

Our latest customer review from Leighan at Lasting Cosmetics of Lancaster

Lasting Cosmetics of Lancaster – Website Review

May 6, 2026

“I couldn’t be happier with the website and would highly recommend Ben to anyone! A really good investment and I can’t wait for the future of Lasting Cosmetics.”

April 2026 Review

May 2, 2026

Fourth business month of 2026 completed; a third of the year gone.

Andrew Townley Electrical – Welcome to BY Design.

April 27, 2026

Welcome to Andrew Townley Electrical, who have moved their website hosting to BY Design.

Some Things Never Change

April 24, 2026

When everything around us is changing so fast, it’s important that some things remain the same.

Which of your pages get the most traffic - BY Design

Which Pages Get The Most Traffic

April 22, 2026

Your most visited pages are often your biggest opportunity to generate more enquiries – but only if they’re designed to convert.

BY Design are delighted to announce our new web server contract with Prostack

New Web Server – Prostack

April 20, 2026

We began the process of securing a new server provider twelve months ago, as we felt the time had come for a change.

Does Your Website Reflect Your Values?

April 13, 2026

If not, it may be worth revisiting the content to sharpen it up and make it on point for your business.

Welcome to Sunderland Point Mission Heritage Centre

April 10, 2026

Brian and Carole (trustees of the Centre) reached out to BY Design as they wanted to work with a local provider

Welcome to Lasting Cosmetics

April 8, 2026

They are moving their website hosting to BY Design and have commissioned a brand new website.

Dependable Website Partner

April 7, 2026

Website design, hosting & support for businesses that want things done properly.

Display Your Client Reviews

April 2, 2026

At BY Design, we help our clients build these systems and present their feedback professionally

March 2026 Review

April 1, 2026

Third business month of 2026 completed; a quarter of the year gone.

The British Pod Company – Welcome to BY Design

March 25, 2026

Welcome to The British Pod Company, who have just moved their website hosting to BY Design.

Keep Your Website Fresh

March 17, 2026

When you accept that your site is a work in progress, you gain the freedom to react to what your customers actually need.

Our latest customer review from Penny & Lyndsay at Riverside Accountancy, Lancaster

Riverside Accountancy, Lancaster – Website Review

March 16, 2026

“With Ben’s help, we’ve created a site that is much easier for both existing clients and those considering working with us to navigate and interact with.”

A Website is Never Really Finished

March 11, 2026

Regularly reviewing your content, pricing and services is vital for staying relevant.

Getting Enquiries Nearly Every Day

March 6, 2026

One of our financial services clients has offices in three locations across the North West.

Nobody buys from a broken website - BY Design

Why Invest In Good Hosting?

March 4, 2026

Nobody buys from a broken website – the importance of investing in good hosting.

February 2026 Review

March 2, 2026

Second business month of 2026 completed; one sixth of the way through already.

What are your website goals for 2026 - BY Design

Website Goals for 2026 – Not Too Late

February 25, 2026

The first two months of 2026 have raced by, but it’s not too late to address your website goals for 2026.

Welcome to Desiccant Dry Air

February 23, 2026

Welcome to Desiccant Dry Air who have recently moved their website hosting to the BY Design server.

YouTube Video Popups – The Leafies

February 20, 2026

The Leafies wanted a way to embed a series of interview videos with the 2025 winners of their annual awards.

Our latest customer review from Natalie at Fountain Wills and Estate Planning

Fountain Wills and Estate Planning – Website Review

February 17, 2026

Our latest customer review from Natalie at Fountain Wills and Estate Planning.

WordPress Conversion Service: PHP 7 to PHP 8

February 16, 2026

PHP is the engine that runs your WordPress site. Just like an engine, it needs regular servicing.

Regular and Relevant Content Posting Plan - BY Design

51% Increase for Monthly Plan Client

February 10, 2026

A client on our monthly content plan saw a 51% traffic increase year on year for January to his trade website.

PHP 8 WordPress Conversion Project – IBAR UCLan

February 9, 2026

PHP 8 conversion project delivered for The Institute for Black Atlantic Research (IBAR) at The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan).

Our latest customer review from Jennifer at The Institute for Black Atlantic Research

The Institute for Black Atlantic Research – Website Review

February 4, 2026

Our latest customer review from Jennifer at The Institute for Black Atlantic Research (IBAR) at the University of Central Lancashire.

January 2026 Review

February 2, 2026

Not sure where January went, but it was a very busy and interesting month.

Payback Within One Hour

January 29, 2026

Within one hour of relaunching his website, a client won a job which more than paid for the cost of the work we did.

Samantha Patton

22 September 2026

Ben is a pleasure to work with! Very knowledgeable, professional and gets the job done quickly with the minimum of fuss and maximum results. I would recommend him to anyone looking to re-design their website

Sales Alpha-Engraving

11 September 2026

we have used Ben for a number of years and always had great service and products to match , we would highly recommend BY Design to anybody needing a website

Dylan Quinn Mc Mahon

28 August 2026

Ben does a great job of managing our group websites and is always responsive when contacted.

Ashley Walker

Ben has built us a brand new website taking our values, message and branding and has created a clean professional yet engaging website which looks fantastic. Ben had ideas from his expertise on how we can improve the format and design. He is now building us a portal for our customers within the website to keep it all together through Wordpress and elemental software which is really easy to use for when we upload new documents and blog posts. The service has been excellent with Ben giving us regular updates and it was seamless in the transition with the old website and domain change, which is a worry off our plate! Thank you - really appreciate the time spent on the project!

Louise Hodgson

27 August 2026

Don't hesitate! Water Sculptures have had challenges with our website for some time, so on recommendation contacted Ben at BY Design. He is really approachable and not too 'techy' just totally understood our needs and did a great job solving them. Really happy with the outcome and would highly recommend.

Steven Bradley

19 June 2026

Just had my website redesigned by Ben Excellent job and good to work with

Richard Woodruff

4 June 2026

Ben was incredibly helpful throughout the entire process of updating our outdated website at Kirkby Lonsdale Golf Club. From the beginning, he guided us with clear explanations and offered multiple tailored solutions to meet our specific needs. His professional attitude and expertise made what could have been a complicated task feel easy and stress-free. We're beyond thrilled with the final results and highly recommend his services!

Carole Roberts

15 May 2026

Ben has been exceptionally helpful, patient and understanding in our quest to obtain a new, fit for purpose web site. Once it was launched he gave us a practical session to explain how to edit and manage the site. This was in addition to a video we can keep for future reference and for others who may want to edit in future. We found his help invaluable. We’re very happy with our new website and the service.

leighan russon

29 April 2026

Ben was excellent in making my design come true and had his own ideas to incorporate I have been in business in the local area for sometime and felt I needed to have a more online presence and to facilitate a better website for my customers incorporating easy links to my booking system and google reviews. I couldn’t be happier with the website and would highly recommend anyone Ben to anyone! A really good investment to my business and can’t wait for the future of Lastingcosmetics Thankyou Ben

phil thomson

16 March 2026

Another 1st class service from Ben @ BYDesign. I approached Ben regarding a newer, updated website & he came up with an amazing website with easy to navigate pages & a totally fresh look. Obviously dedicated to his job, very thorough & professional. I would highly recommend his services for anyone wanting a new website or simply refreshing their existing one. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

jmbwebster

28 January 2026

Prompt and professional service. Ben was incredibly helpful to us, solving a tricky technical problem at short notice. A great local web provider for Lancashire organisations. Thank you Ben!

Mike McGee

18 January 2026

Exceptional Website Transformation by By Design: Working as a consultant for Brooklands Guest House in Penrith, I was tasked with elevating this successful business through a comprehensive digital refresh. The centrepiece of this transformation was a complete website redevelopment and professional photography update. We engaged Dave Wilson Weddings from Cumbria for photography and By Design from Heysham, Lancashire, for website development. From initial concept through to final delivery, By Design demonstrated outstanding professionalism throughout the entire process. The project timeline was impressively managed, running from late 2025 through to early January 2026. By Design worked collaboratively with us through every phase: design consultation, development, review, and final snagging. Their attention to detail and responsiveness to feedback was exemplary. What particularly stood out was their patience and conscientious approach—they took the time to understand our vision and translated it into a website that perfectly represents Brooklands Guest House's brand and values. We're so impressed that we're considering transferring our ongoing hosting and maintenance to By Design as existing contracts expire. Both Dave Wilson Weddings and By Design delivered exceptional results, but By Design's combination of technical expertise, creative insight, and genuine commitment to client satisfaction deserves the highest recommendation.

Ann Stubbs

15 January 2026

Our experience of working with Ben has been very positive throughout and, most recently, he did an amazing job in redesigning our holiday let website, taking into account our own ideas and needs and at the same time developing those ideas into an attractive and usable product. He is knowledgeable and creative and was able to guide us through the whole process in a patient, calm and professional manner. The website was produced in good time and we are extremely satisfied with what he has produced for us. We will certainly recommend him to others.

Alex Thoemmes

7 January 2026

Ben designed our company website. The whole process was flawless. Ben took time to understand our business so he could present and position it correctly. A real journeyman...thanks Ben

Paul Jennings

31 October 2025

Very pleased with my new website built by the very talented Ben Yates . An amazing quality no hassle solution which elevates my business at a great price. Thank you so much Ben, it was a pleasure working with you

Amanda Butterworth

15 October 2025

We’ve received outstanding service from Ben here at The Pier Hotel Morecambe. He truly has the personal touch, and it shows in our lovely new website. He has gone above and beyond to help us with our online presence, and we couldn’t be happier. We’d highly recommend BY Design to anyone looking for website design and management.

stuart

22 September 2025

Websites jeez where do you start. Well look no further, I contacted BY Designs, mainly based on their excellent reviews and Ben clearly understood my brief from the off. He created a fabulous website in a very good timeframe, nothing too much trouble and great advice and input when needed. I Cant thank Ben enough, he delivered over and above. & Already I have had amazing feedback from my customers. So its a absolute 5 star plus review from me.

Suzanne Roberts

5 September 2025

Ben Yates website design service goes beyond translating your business to customers. Guided by Ben to refine and define presentation and key messages. As if a bonus business consultancy scaffolds conversations to elevate the final product. Completely un-AI-able.

Martin Wakelin

28 July 2025

Did all that was needed efficiently and promptly

ROBERT MASON

3 July 2025

We had a full website redesign and we could not be happier! The whole project was seemless, lots of moving parts and adaptations along the way, yet nothing was too much trouble. Our website is also hosted By Design. Professional, friendly, extremely knowledgeable and highly recommended. Could not be happier with the service. Thank you Ben & team.

Jake Addison

19 May 2025

Ben was recommended to me for my website design, I can’t fault any part of the process. Love the website, Ben also promptly changed some of the minor details for me to make it exactly the way I wanted. I am confident that I am in good hands moving forward.

Komcept Solutions

22 April 2025

I would not hesitate to recommend BY Design. We moved our hosting and maintenance across to BY Design, and instantly saw improvements in site speed. Ben keeps things simple and over communicates meaning you know exactly where you are at in every stage of the process.

James Atkinson

Excellent! Ben was fantastic from start to finish. Listened to the brief, and delivered. Very quick and cost effective. Great guy to work with. Thank you, Ben!

Jason Wright

14 March 2025

FANTASTIC!!! Ben was great to work with, after being let down by another website developer and having waited nearly 12 months to be told he was no longer doing websites, we found Ben through a recommendation. Ben was great, very easy to work with, prompt on setting meetings and understanding what we needed and the website was ready for our review within two weeks! Bens attention to detail and wording was brilliant and after another meeting to discuss slight changes we are ready to launch!! Highly recommended and we will be using Ben again for any additional alterations in the future.

Joel Shooter

Set up a lovely looking website efficiently at a more than fair price, also easy to reach and helpful in assisting with management of the site going forward.

Keith Soley

18 February 2025

I was recommended to use BY Design and I'm certainly glad we did. Ben has a very professional business attitude and in all my dealings with him so far, has been very helpful in suggesting solutions to problems. I look forward to continuing our business relationship. I'd also have no hesitation in recommending him to others.

Lindsey Armstrong

17 February 2025

I felt invisible online before I met Ben! I am so grateful to have been recommended to contact him. Ben is not only incredibly professional and efficient but he makes you feel so valued as a client. He very quickly updated, secured and worked all the other behind-the-scenes magic involved in making a website work well. Now that my website is in safe hands I feel excited for the future as my business moves forward.

Natalie Foxcroft

3 February 2025

Very helpful and friendly.

Chris Barron

15 January 2025

We gave Ben a very simple brief for our website, we didnt want to reinvent the wheel. Rather than upsell us he delivered exactly what we wanted, we now get online enquiries how cool is that!!!?? Hoping now to evolve the website over time with Ben's help. Thank you so much. Bigland hall caravan park.

Catherine Hunt

13 January 2025

Highly recommended. Not only did Ben sort the issue, easily with no drama, it was within the time agreed and with assurance of being able to achieve a positive resolution. So impressed i'll be changing my websites over for hosting as completely left in the dark by current provider. Knowing that Ben has the expertise to advise and deliver gives me such peace of mind - thanks Ben, glad to have been recommended to you