Want to hire a WordPress developer to build advanced features into your website?

We build and improve WordPress websites that are fast, mobile friendly, and easy to manage. From brochure sites to ecommerce and job boards, we focus on the features and integrations you need, with reliable support to keep everything running smoothly for small and growing businesses in London and across the UK.

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WordPress Development

Built to Perform

We build WordPress websites using custom themes and trusted plugins to fit your business. Clean code keeps things fast, mobile friendly, and set up with solid SEO foundations.

Plugin Development

Enhance Functionality

We build and set up WordPress plugins to add the features your site needs. From configuration to custom development, everything is designed to fit your website and run smoothly.

Page Builders

Drag-and-Drop

We set up leading page builders, including Elementor and Bricks Builder, so you can update your website easily. Everything is configured to suit your site, making content simple to manage.

App Integrations

Connect CRM, Marketing, Reporting

We connect your WordPress site to the tools you use, like CRMs, booking systems, and marketing platforms. Using the WordPress REST API, we keep data moving securely between systems.

Performance

Fast on every device

We optimise WordPress performance to reduce load times and improve the mobile experience. We fine tune plugins, images, and caching, and tidy up what’s slowing your site down.

WordPress Maintenance

Ongoing Support

Ongoing updates, security, backups, and fixes to keep your site running smoothly. We can handle plugin and theme updates, monitor for issues, and sort problems quickly.

We Use Advanced Frameworks to Build Faster, Smarter Sites

We use tools like Bricks Builder, Elementor, Advanced Custom Fields and Automatic CSS to build fast, flexible WordPress websites for businesses in London and across the UK. Bricks is ideal for high-performance builds where speed and design control matter most. Elementor offers a more user-friendly editing experience for clients who want to make changes themselves. Advanced Custom Fields keeps content structured and easy to manage, while Automatic CSS helps maintain consistent design across every page. Together, these frameworks let us build properly, no bloated plugins, no shortcuts, just clean, scalable WordPress sites tailored to your business.

An Advanced Page Builder Built for Speed and Control

Bricks Builder is a modern, advanced WordPress page builder designed for performance and long term reliability. It gives us far more control than Elementor, produces cleaner code, and avoids the bloat that slows many business websites down.

Using Bricks allows us to build faster loading pages, stronger foundations, and more flexible layouts without relying on stacks of plugins. The result is a site that performs better in search, is easier to maintain, and is far less likely to need rebuilding as your business grows.

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Reliable WordPress development and Ongoing Support

Our WordPress development and support services are built around what businesses actually need, fast, flexible websites that are easy to manage and built to last. We develop using clean, efficient code that improves performance, keeps your site secure and helps avoid problems later on. Every site is responsive, fully tested and designed to run smoothly across all major browsers. And when you need updates, fixes or improvements, our support gives you quick answers and dependable help, so your website keeps working the way it should.

Theme development

Custom WordPress themes

We build custom themes around your business, fast, mobile friendly and easy to edit. Using clean code, child themes or block based builds, we keep it compatible with the plugins you rely on. The result is a consistent site that looks sharp, loads fast and converts.

Responsive Design

Mobile, tablet and desktop

Your WordPress site should work properly on mobile, tablet and desktop. Layouts, menus and forms adapt to screen size so visitors can read, trust and take action with less friction. We test key pages, keep buttons easy to tap, and make sure pages load fast on real devices.

HTML, CSS and JS

Solid front end foundations

We use HTML, CSS and JavaScript to build tidy templates, blocks and layouts that load quickly and feel smooth. From menus and sliders to filters and forms, everything works with your theme and plugins, and scripts load only where needed so the site stays fast.

Cross Browser Testing

Design Consistency

We test across Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge, plus common mobile browsers, on new and older devices, to catch layout quirks before customers do. We check key pages like forms and checkout, then adjust CSS or scripts and test again so everything works the same after updates too.

Problem solving

Quick diagnosis, clean fixes

When something breaks or slows down, we find the cause fast. We fix plugin conflicts, layout bugs, update issues and performance drops, then explain what happened in plain English. You get a clean, lasting fix that keeps enquiries, sales and forms working.

Ongoing Maintenance

Updates, fixes and improvements

Keep your site secure, fast and up to date with WordPress, theme and plugin updates. We handle fixes, small improvements and content tweaks, plus backups and checks to reduce risk. Fewer surprises, less admin, and a site that keeps bringing in enquiries.

Advanced WordPress builds the Help Businesses Grow

A well-built website can change how your business runs day to day. More leads coming in, better enquiries, clearer messaging that builds trust before you even speak to someone. Our work helps clients spend less time chasing and more time closing. These aren’t just projects, they’re tools that help real businesses grow faster, look more professional and reach the kind of customers they actually want. If you're ready for a site that pulls its weight and helps you move forward, you're in the right place.

WordPress App Integration That Keeps Everything in Sync

Connect your WordPress site to apps, CRMs or booking systems with seamless API integration. We use the WordPress REST API to automate workflows, sync data and improve how your website interacts with other tools. This means less manual work, better customer experiences and smarter performance behind the scenes. We work with businesses in London and across the UK to create integrations that save time, cut admin and keep everything running smoothly, so you can scale without the stress.

Accept Payments

Debit or credit card purchases

For your WooCommerce website, integrating payment gateways like PayPal or Stripe through their API is essential. This allows customers to securely pay with debit or credit cards, enhancing their shopping experience and increasing your sales. Trusted payment APIs help you reach more customers and ensure secure transactions.

Online Booking

Two-way calendar sync

Integrating an online booking system into your WordPress website using an API enables customers to make reservations and schedule classes easily. Features like two-way calendar synchronisation keep everyone updated on availability, reducing double bookings. This efficient process boosts customer satisfaction and helps you attract and retain clients.

Email Marketing

Improve Social Connections

Connecting your WordPress site to email marketing platforms like Mailchimp or Constant Contact simplifies managing subscriber lists and sending targeted newsletters. This integration automates campaigns, tracks engagement, and allows you to segment subscribers for personalised content that boosts conversions.

CRM System

Manage Customer Interactions

Integrating a CRM system with your WordPress site greatly simplifies customer management by centralising valuable data and tracking all interactions. This seamless connection helps capture leads, automate follow-ups, and personalise communication, ultimately enhancing customer relationships and significantly driving sales growth.

Migrate to WordPress for Ease of Use and Growth

Migrating your website from Joomla or Drupal to WordPress is a detailed process that involves transferring content, media, and functionality while ensuring a seamless transition. We handle every aspect of the migration, including setting up the WordPress environment, transferring custom features, and ensuring all your data is preserved. We also work to maintain the design integrity of your London based website, integrating necessary plugins and rebuilding key elements to ensure your WordPress site is both functional and optimised.

Testing

Quality Assurance

Before making your migrated WordPress site live, we test it to ensure everything functions as intended. We cleanup code and check for issues, design inconsistencies and incompatible plugins and fix where needed.

SEO

Meta Tags & Redirects

We pay close attention to preserving your site’s search engine rankings during the migration process. We ensure redirects are implemented to maintain link integrity and minimise any negative impact on your SEO efforts.

Development

Feature Replication

We work to replicate the functionalities and features of your existing Joomla or Drupal site within WordPress. Whether it’s custom modules, plugins, or specific functionalities, we recreate them or find suitable alternatives in WordPress.

Build

Design & Theme Development

If you want to keep the same design or create a fresh design, we can develop a custom WordPress theme based on your requirements. We focus on creating a visually appealing, user-friendly design that aligns with your brand.

Migration

Moving The Content

We migrate your content, including pages, posts, categories, tags, images, and media files, from your Joomla or Drupal site to the new WP platform. We ensure the content is preserved and any necessary formatting adjustments made.

Analysis

Planning the Migration

We start by analysing your existing Joomla or Drupal website, understanding its structure, content, and functionalities. This helps us create a detailed migration plan tailored to your specific requirements.

Reach More Customers with multilingual support Built into WordPress

Adding multilingual functionality to your WordPress site helps you connect with customers in different countries or speakers of different languages, all from one website. With WPML, we make it easy to translate key content into multiple languages, so your site feels local to every visitor. That means better user experience, more trust, and more leads from international audiences or multilingual communities in the UK. We work with London businesses and beyond to grow their reach without the need for multiple websites or complicated systems.

Manual & Automatic Translations:

WPML offers both manual and automatic translations for your content. Automatic translations provide quick multilingual options, while manual translations allow for refinement to match your brand voice. This flexibility ensures your website reaches a wider audience with accurate, high-quality translations.


Multicurrency Support:

WPML’s multicurrency feature allows you to offer your products and services in various currencies, enhancing the shopping experience for your international customers. By automatically converting prices based on current exchange rates, you ensure transparency and convenience during transactions.

Learn more about WPML Multilingual plugin for WordPress

Work With a Local WordPress Developer, Not a Franchise Web Agency

We’re a small, focused WordPress development agency based in London. Nic Gilbey leads every project, bringing over 15 years of experience building custom WordPress and WooCommerce websites for businesses across the UK, from independent retailers to established London firms.

Because we focus purely on WordPress, you’ll get hands-on support from someone who actually does the work, understands the code, and can give clear, practical advice at every stage. You won’t be dealing with a project manager who lacks technical knowledge, just direct input from someone who knows how to get your site working the way it should.

And if you visit the studio in London, you’ll probably meet Murray, our cocker spaniel and unofficial client greeter. He friendly and relaxed, especially if there are biscuits involved.

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Client feedback from WordPress development work

Our client reviews highlight the quality of our WordPress development services, showcasing projects completed for businesses across various industries. From custom WordPress websites to advanced functionality, these testimonials emphasise the real-world results we’ve delivered. Whether it's developing a fully optimised site, improving performance, or enhancing user experience, our clients’ feedback reflects the value of our WordPress development expertise.

    Linda Wright Head of Governance – Waltham Forest Housing Association

    Rated 5 / 5 ★★★★★

    WP Design have looked after our website for many years and were involved in a recent refresh which we are really pleased with. Nic and Harry are a pleasure to work with, are always helpful and approachable, make suggestions where appropriate and keep our website secure. As a small housing association, WP Design meet the needs of our business and are cost effective. Thank you!

    Gary Spillane Estimating Director – European Asbestos

    Rated 5 / 5 ★★★★★

    We had a very tight deadline to publish our new website and WP delivered with time to spare, always keeping us in the loop.

    Jim Blakemore CO-CEO – Bikeworks

    Rated 5 / 5 ★★★★★

    WP Design supported Bikeworks with a full website transfer to a new platform as well as the building of a new bespoke CRM to meet all our business system requirements. Nic and his team made time for face to face meetings at the early stages of the project in order to ensure the new solution would grow with us.

Have questions about WordPress development and what’s involved?

Have questions about WordPress development and what’s included? Not sure what’s included when you hire a WordPress developer? These quick answers explain how we build and improve WordPress websites, from new builds and custom features to speed, security, fixes, plugin support and ongoing updates. As a local WordPress development agency based in London, we support businesses across the city and the UK, with clear advice and dependable help when you need changes made. If you’re not sure what you need next, just get in touch and we’ll talk it through.

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