Web Design in Reading
Reading is one of Berkshire’s busiest business centres — your website needs to perform if you want to stand out.
I’m Neil Patmore, a freelance web developer with 30 years’ experience. I design WordPress sites that are fast, secure and SEO-ready from day one. Based near Reading, I work with local businesses to make websites simple and effective.
Why Reading businesses choose me
- Three decades delivering websites that work
- Conversion-focused design backed by SEO best practice
- WordPress builds you can edit without hassle
- Transparent pricing and plain-English communication
- I work like part of your team, not just a supplier
- Remote-friendly with quick video check-ins
What clients say
“Neil made the process clear and our site is already performing better.” — Alex, Professional Services, Reading
“Our e-commerce site is faster, easier to manage and looks professional.” — Priya, Retail, Berkshire
“Simple process, strong results. Highly recommend.” — Mark, Trades, Reading
Services I provide in Reading
WordPress Web Design
Modern, responsive websites that reflect your brand and convert leads.
Technical Setup & SEO
Sites built with SEO best practice: schema, fast load speeds and clean structure.
Content & Messaging
I can write persuasive copy that fits your brand voice. You’ll also find advice on my blog.
Hosting & Care Plans
Managed hosting, backups and updates to keep your site safe and fast.
Ongoing Growth
Local SEO and content support to keep your Reading business visible online.
My process
- Discovery – align on goals and audience.
- Planning – sitemap, wireframes and content plan.
- Design & build – private staging for easy review.
- Launch – SEO checks, redirects and analytics.
- Support – care plan and growth campaigns.
Timelines and pricing
Most SME sites take 3–6 weeks depending on scope and content readiness. Costs are agreed upfront. If a refresh works better than a rebuild, I’ll suggest it.
Businesses I help in Reading
- Professional services: accountants, solicitors, consultants
- Trades and home services
- Clinics and healthcare providers
- Hospitality and independent retail
- Local e-commerce brands
I work with clients across Reading, Tilehurst, Caversham, Earley, Woodley and Berkshire.
Quick SEO wins for Reading
- Pages mapped to real customer search behaviour
- Clear CTAs on every page (contact me)
- FAQs written for Google snippets
- Internal links across services, case studies and posts
- Consistent NAP across Google and directories
FAQs
Do you work with all types of Reading businesses?
Yes — from professional services and trades to retail and local e-commerce.
How long does a Reading project usually take?
Most builds take 3–6 weeks depending on content readiness and scope.
Can you manage hosting and email?
Yes — I provide fully managed hosting, domains and email setup.
Will the site be mobile-ready?
Yes — all builds are mobile-first and optimised for every device.
Can we update the site ourselves?
Yes — you’ll have a WordPress editor and training so you’re confident making changes.
Do you provide training?
Yes — quick Loom videos or a live walkthrough are included.
What if the site breaks later?
If you’re on a care plan, I’ll restore backups, fix bugs and apply updates quickly.
Will my site be SEO-ready from launch?
Yes — every build includes SEO fundamentals like speed, structure and schema.
More happy clients
“Neil built us a site that works as hard as we do. Enquiries are up.” — Tom, Trades, Reading
“Fast, clear and professional service. Highly recommended.” — Rachel, Retail, Berkshire
Let’s get your Reading website working harder
If you want a site that looks professional and wins more leads, let’s talk.