Web design that works
Boost online visibility, attract more visitors, convert more leads
With a website built to perform by Core Media Design — from Penrith, for businesses across Cumbria and beyond
It's not just web design
It's web design that DELIVERS
We know web technology inside out — and more importantly, we know how to use it to build websites that actually achieve what your business needs.
That means a site that's fast and easy to use for your visitors, and clean and well-structured for search engines. Both matter, and we don't compromise on either.
What we build
The site, the system, and the workflow behind it
Some projects are public-facing marketing websites. Others need booking journeys, gated customer areas, payment flows, data capture, dashboards, or integrations with the tools you already use. We scope the right solution around the way your business works.
Customer-facing websites
High-performing business websites that explain what you do, build trust, rank in search, and turn visitors into enquiries. Built for speed, accessibility, clear messaging, and conversion.
Booking and enquiry workflows
Forms, booking journeys, quote requests, availability logic, notifications, and follow-up flows that reduce manual admin and make it easier for customers to take the next step.
Client portals and self-service areas
Secure areas where customers can submit information, access documents, manage requests, view progress, or interact with your business without everything going through email.
Integrations and internal tools
Custom web applications, dashboards, CRM connections, payment flows, reporting tools, and operational systems built around the processes that make your business different.
Every project is scoped around the outcome, complexity, integrations, content, and level of support required. After discovery, you get a clear proposal with the work broken down properly.
Built to the highest standards
Found by everyone, usable by everyone
A great-looking website counts for nothing if people can't find it — or can't use it. That's why every site we build is search-engine optimised and fully accessible as standard, not as an afterthought.
Search engine optimised
Every website we build has SEO woven into its foundations. Clean markup, structured data, fast load times, mobile-first design, and properly configured metadata — the things search engines look for when deciding who ranks and who doesn't. We don't bolt it on at the end.
WCAG AA accessible
Your website should work for everyone, regardless of how they browse. We build with WCAG 2.2 Level AA as our target standard for web accessibility. That means proper colour contrast, full keyboard navigation, screen reader support, and clear focus indicators throughout. It's not just the right thing to do; it opens your business to a wider audience and protects you from compliance risk. Learn more
Secure by default
Security isn't optional. Every site we build runs on HTTPS and follows current security best practices. Where your project needs it — login systems, customer accounts, payment processing — we build proper authentication and data protection in from the start. Your users' data stays safe, and your business stays protected.
Who we work with
Big agency thinking, small business heart
We work with small and medium-sized businesses across the UK — the independents, start-ups, and growing companies that need a professional online presence without the corporate price tag.
Start-ups
Launching something new? We'll help you make a strong first impression with a website that looks established from day one — without blowing your early-stage budget.
Growing businesses
Outgrowing your current site? We build scalable platforms that grow with you — adding features, improving performance, and keeping your online presence ahead of the competition.
Established SMBs
Ready for a refresh? Whether it's a complete redesign or a modern rebuild of a tired site, we bring years of experience to delivering websites that reflect the quality of your business.