Web design for the public sector

Websites, branding and digital support for councils, schools, public bodies and community-focused organisations.

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A responsive team you can trust

We are an experienced design and digital agency supporting public sector organisations with reliable websites, clear communications and practical digital support.

From our studio in Kendal, we work with councils, schools, public bodies, community partnerships, education providers, health-related organisations and publicly funded projects across Cumbria, the North West and the wider UK. Our role is to help public sector teams communicate clearly, improve access to information and provide dependable digital services for the people they support.

Public sector websites need to be clear, accessible, secure and easy to manage. They often need to serve a wide range of audiences, from residents and service users to staff, stakeholders, funders and partner organisations. We help create websites and design systems that make information easier to find, easier to update and easier to use.

As a compact and experienced team, we provide direct access to designers, developers and digital specialists who understand the need for careful planning, clear communication and reliable delivery. We can support new websites, brand development, accessibility improvements, campaign materials, reports and long-term digital maintenance.

19

Years in business

1,394

Clients supported

13,634

Projects completed

Public sector organisations we partner with

Since 2007, we have supported public sector, education, community and publicly funded organisations with websites, branding, reports, campaigns, printed materials and ongoing digital support.

Our clients include local authorities, schools, education trusts, community organisations, public service projects, faith organisations, environmental partnerships and place-based initiatives.

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.

Lancaster University logo
Cumbria Tourism
Cumberland Council logo
Cumbria Constabulary logo
The University of Edinburgh logo
Lancaster University logo
Cumbria Tourism
Cumberland Council logo
Cumbria Constabulary logo
The University of Edinburgh logo
Westmorland and Furness Council logo
Nature Foundation Sint Maarten logo
Frimley NHS Foundation Tust
Changing Lives Learning Trust logo
Gov Facility Services Ltd logo
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority logo
Historic England
UK Research and Innovation
Westmorland and Furness Council logo
Nature Foundation Sint Maarten logo
Frimley NHS Foundation Tust
Changing Lives Learning Trust logo
Gov Facility Services Ltd logo
Inshore Fisheries and Conservation Authority logo
Historic England
UK Research and Innovation

Our work in practice

Explore how we support public sector, education and community-focused 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, brands and communications that serve a broad range of audiences.

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 audiences, your current website or communications challenge and what you need the project 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 team that can manage design, development, content, accessibility, launch and ongoing support for your public sector project.

When you work with us, you get:

  • A clear and practical website that helps users find important information.
  • A WordPress platform that is easy for internal teams to manage.
  • Careful planning around accessibility, usability and content structure.
  • A team with experience supporting councils, schools, education providers, charities and community-focused organisations.
  • Direct communication with experienced designers and developers throughout the project.
  • A joined-up approach covering branding, web design, content, print, campaigns and support.
  • Long-term support from a team that stays involved after launch.
  • A dependable partner for ongoing design, digital and communication needs.

Book a call to discuss your public sector project

Whether you need a new website, a redesign, accessibility improvements, brand development, campaign design, printed materials or ongoing website support, we can help you plan the right next step.

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

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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

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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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