freelance web DESIGNer FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
Websites that feel effortless, for you and your customers
Clear, clean, quietly strategic design for small businesses across the UK, so you can stop wrestling with tech and get back to your work.
Why most small business websites don't work
It's not you. It's your site.
what i hear
"I built it myself a few years ago. It was fine then, but it doesn't reflect my expertise anymore."
"It doesn't really show what I do now, but I don't have time to deal with it."
"I'm a bit embarrassed to send people to it, if I'm honest."
"I know I need a website. I just don't know where to start."
What changes
- A site that reflects where your business actually is, not where it was three years ago.
- You hand it off to me. I handle it properly. You get back to your work.
- Something you're proud to send people to. That does the work of explaining what you do, before you even get on a call.
- You don't need to have it figured out before you get in touch. Working out what you need, and what will work, is part of what I do.
Sound familiar?
Let's do something about it.
Selected work
Websites I’m proud of
A single page that does exactly what it needs to
“Rachel’s got all the qualities an awesome web designer needs—creativity, patience, and flexibility. If you're looking for a website that's beautiful, practical and tailored to your brand, Rachel is the one!”
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A complete site that feels like the author from the first click
“Rachel was a joy to work with. She listened to what I was looking for and added creative ideas that took the website to the next level. I'm really delighted with the product and her communication.”
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Up and running quickly, without cutting corners
“Extremely efficient and friendly. I needed a website to get my business started and she was both speedy and helpful. I've already had compliments on how great the website is!”
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A simple process - no surprises
Getting to know your goals
We chat about what you need and whether we're a good fit. No jargon, no pressure.
A clear plan and a fixed price
You get a simple outline of what I'll build and what it'll cost. No surprises.
Design and build
Clean, psychology-led layouts built around how your visitors actually behave, not just aesthetics.
No big reveal - you’re involved throughout
No big reveal. You see it taking shape as we go, so nothing gets to the end and feels wrong.
Launch, handover and you’re in control
Once we're live the site is yours. I'll make sure you know how to manage it.
why work with me
Built around how people actually interact
Built for busy humans
Designed around your visitors
Your platform, chosen for the right reasons
Custom code when templates can't keep up
About Rachel
I'm Rachel, freelance web designer & narrowboat dweller
I work with small businesses and founders across the UK to create websites that reflect who they actually are, not just what they do. I understand what makes a website work beneath the surface: how people navigate, where they hesitate, what makes them stay. So what you get is something intuitive as well as beautiful.
I live on a narrowboat on the English canals, which has nothing to do with web design, but everything to do with what I bring to your website - calm, unhurried, and built to last.
faqs
Questions you might have
It depends on the size and complexity of the website you need. Most projects start from £1,000. The best way to get a clear figure is to have a quick call, after that I can give you a straightforward quote with no vague estimates or hidden extras.
Not necessarily. If you have notes, rough ideas, or existing copy, great, we'll work with what you've got. If you're starting from scratch, I can help shape the words so everything feels clear, human, and actually sounds like you.
Yes, and I'll make sure you know how before we're done. Every site is built so you can make updates confidently. And if you ever get stuck down the line, I'm not going anywhere.
Anywhere from two to twelve weeks, depending on the size of the project. Either way, you'll know the timeline upfront, no vague "it'll be ready when it's ready."
Still have questions?
Every project is different, if something isn't answered above, just get in touch. I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Not sure where to start? These might help
Your website should feel like you.
Let's make that happen.
No jargon, no pressure. Just a straightforward conversation. Drop me a message and let's figure out what you need.