Web design Carlisle

Websites, branding and digital support for organisations in Carlisle and across north Cumbria.

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A responsive local team you can trust

We are an experienced design and digital agency supporting Carlisle organisations with reliable websites, considered branding and practical digital support.

From our studio in Kendal, we work with businesses, charities, councils, schools, visitor destinations and purpose-led organisations across Carlisle, north Cumbria and the wider North West. Our role is to make your website clearer, easier to manage and better aligned with the people you need to reach.

As a compact and experienced team, we provide a level of attention and continuity that larger agencies often struggle to maintain. You work directly with designers, developers and digital specialists who understand your objectives, manage the detail and keep your project moving.

We support Carlisle organisations with  web design, WordPress web development, branding, digital strategy, hosting, maintenance and marketing. Every project is built around a clear purpose: to create dependable, effective digital platforms that support your organisation over the long term.

19

Years in business

1396

Clients supported

13684

Projects completed

Organisations we partner with

Since 2007, we have worked with organisations in Carlisle, north Cumbria, the wider county and across the UK. Our clients include charities, local authorities, schools, faith organisations, visitor destinations, professional services, environmental organisations and established SMEs.

We build long-term relationships with our clients, often continuing to support their websites, campaigns, content and digital infrastructure well beyond the initial project launch.

Carlisle Diocese logo
The University of Edinburgh logo
Changing Lives Learning Trust logo
Cumberland Council logo
Carlisle Diocese logo
The University of Edinburgh logo
Changing Lives Learning Trust logo
Cumberland Council logo
Hackney and Leigh
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School logo
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority logo
Ullswater Steamers
Cumbria Constabulary logo
Fred Whitton Challenge
Hackney and Leigh
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School logo
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority logo
Ullswater Steamers
Cumbria Constabulary logo
Fred Whitton Challenge

Our work in practice

Explore how we support Carlisle, Cumbria and purpose-led organisations through clear design, dependable development and long-term digital support. These projects show how we combine strategy, creativity and technical expertise to deliver websites and design work that is easy to use, easy to manage and built around real organisational needs.

A straightforward path to your next project

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Book a call with our team

We’ll take the time to understand your organisation, your audience, your current website and what you need the next version to achieve.

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Get a transparent proposal

You’ll receive a clear scope of work, agreed timelines and practical recommendations, so you know exactly what is included before the project begins.

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Deliver with confidence

Work with a reliable Cumbria-based team that manages the design, development and technical details from planning through to launch and ongoing support.

When you work with us, you get:

  • A website that clearly explains who you are, what you do and why people should choose you.
  • A practical WordPress platform that is easy to update and built around your content.
  • A local team based in Kendal, with experience supporting organisations across Cumbria.
  • Direct communication with experienced designers and developers throughout the project.
  • A joined-up approach covering design, development, branding, hosting, maintenance and marketing.
  • Long-term support from a team that stays involved after launch.
  • A more efficient process with clear decisions, fewer delays and a focus on measurable outcomes.

Book a call to discuss your organisation’s goals

Whether you need a new website, a redesign, WordPress support, branding or a clearer digital strategy, we can help you plan the right next step.

Complete the form below and we’ll arrange a call to understand your goals, your timescales and how we can support your project.

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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

Built responsibly

Designworks holds B Corp and Green Business certification and uses green hosting verified by Green Web Foundation. Our own website is designed with carbon efficiency in mind, and we use the CO2 calculator, embedded on every page, to monitor and reduce our impact.
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