About Us

Design Works (Cumbria) Ltd — trading as Designworks — is a full-service creative agency based in Kendal, Cumbria. Since 2007, we have been helping businesses grow through innovative design, digital solutions, and strategic marketing. We are experts in WordPress CMS, website design, app development, branding, marketing and design.

Experience That Delivers Results

With nearly 20 years of experience, we have worked with a diverse range of businesses across the UK – from start-ups to established brands. Our team combines creative flair with technical expertise, ensuring every project is visually compelling, user-friendly, and built for success.

A Full-Service Approach

We offer a complete package of design, marketing, and digital services, including:

  • Website design & development – bespoke, high-performance websites built in WordPress.
  • Branding & graphic design – cohesive brand identities, logos, print materials, and more.
  • Marketing & strategy – targeted campaigns, SEO and content marketing to drive engagement.
  • Technical support & maintenance – ongoing website updates, hosting, security, and troubleshooting.

Creative & Technical Support You Can Trust

At Designworks, we don’t just build websites and design brands—we create long-term partnerships. Our in-house team of designers and developers is always on hand to offer expert advice, proactive support, and innovative solutions. Whether you need a new website, a refreshed brand, or ongoing marketing support, we ensure your business stands out against the competition.

A Personal Approach

We believe in clear communication, collaboration, and tailored solutions. Every client is different, and we take the time to understand your business, goals, and challenges. Our approach is friendly, flexible, and results-driven, ensuring that you get the best return on investment.

Ready to transform your brand or refresh your web presence? Call us 01539 769815 or email info@thedesignworks.co.uk to discuss how we can help your business grow.

Testimonials

Lovely team to work with; found a solution to help redesign our website with a restricted budget yet produced a great design and UX.

Lou Devine - Give a Kidney CIO

Thanks once again for you and the team for creating our Impact Report - its been received really well and will hopefully open up more funding opportunities for us!

Ian Tierney - Wheels for All

We have been using Designworks services for over five years and we could not ask for a better web design company to work with.

Anna Brisley - Westmorland and Furness Council

Thanks so much for all your help and patience with the Giving Hope website, it will help the CIC achieve its aims in supporting vulnerable women.

Claire Mason - Giving Hope CIC

Their designs are fresh, engage the intended audience and respond perfectly to the brief.

Stacy Hurley - Waste into Wellbeing

We have already had some great comments about the new site so a big thank you to everyone at Designworks for their help and support.

Sharon Bianchi - The European Outdoor Conservation Association

We’re delighted with the new website that Designworks have created for us. They have been fantastic throughout the entire journey.

Mike Heal - WDAD Communications

We are delighted with the new site and have already received positive feedback and new sales enquiries!

Alistair Stewart - 4S DAWN Clinical Software

Such a wonderful team to work with, and we’re so delighted with our new refreshed Family Arts Campaign website!

Sophie Evans - Family Arts Campaign

The team delivered the commission to a very high standard, impressing with the way they took ownership of the project and delivered pragmatic solutions to the challenges faced along the way.

Mark Brierley - Westmorland and Furness Council

A highly responsive, professional team. Designworks are mindful of their customers needs and efficiently work with you to find solutions. Excellent!

Martin Elliott - Boeme Design

We’re delighted with our new site, which maintains the feel and spirit of our business, but with a more modern refreshing feel. We’ve had lots of compliments from our customers and would definitely recommend Designworks

Adrian Thomas - Elterwater Hostel

Altogether the experience was friendly, professional and we got exactly what we asked for, for the amount we were quoted. Thank you Rory, Jonathan and the team, great job.

Tom Hunt - British Guild of Agricultural Journalists

Design for good

We operate with a clear commitment to social and environmental responsibility, ensuring our projects have a positive, lasting impact, and partner with clients and suppliers who share our values.
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