A Trusted Web Design & Digital Marketing Agency With Decades of Experience
Since 1996, we’ve designed and supported websites for businesses across Derby and the UK, offering personal service and technical excellence at every stage.
Speak directly with the directors, get honest advice and receive the level of care your business deserves.
30+ Experience
Founded in 1996. Decades of proven digital knowledge and hundreds of sites completed.
Director-Level Support
Speak directly with Andrew or Sharon. No account managers. No delays.
Web Design Specialist
We specialise in the design and development of tailor-made websites.
Honest Advice & Clear Pricing
Straightforward guidance with transparent proposals and no hidden fees.
Our Story
Chatsworth Web Design began in 1996, founded by Andrew Simmons and Sharon Walker with a clear ambition: to create work they could genuinely be proud of. In the early days, the focus was on digital design at a time when many businesses were only beginning to understand the potential of the web. What set the company apart then is the same thing that defines it now — personal service, technical skill and a commitment to doing things properly.
As the web evolved, so did our approach. We moved from simple brochure-style websites to modern, responsive designs that adapt beautifully to every screen. Our methods and processes have been refined over decades, helping clients achieve websites that are fast, reliable and built with long-term success in mind.
We have worked with a wide range of clients, from start-ups to established national brands. Many of these relationships have lasted for years, built on trust, clarity and consistent results. We have never taken a production-line approach. Every website is planned, designed and built with care, ensuring it reflects the individual needs of the business it represents.
Today, Chatsworth Web Design remains a director-led agency. Clients work directly with Andrew and Sharon, benefit from honest guidance, and receive a level of experience few design agencies can offer. The technology has changed, but our principles have not. Quality matters. Speed matters. Every website should be built to perform — and built to last.
What We Believe
Our values have guided us since 1996. They shape every project, every conversation and every long-term relationship we build. They are simple, practical and focused on delivering work that stands the test of time.
Craftsmanship Over Volume
We do not run a production line. Every website is planned, designed and built with care. Quality matters more than quantity, and each project receives the attention it deserves.
Transparency and Honesty
We speak plainly, avoid jargon and offer clear pricing. Clients receive genuine advice, even when it means recommending a smaller website, a phased approach or a strategy that saves them money.
Performance and Precision
Speed, security and technical accuracy sit at the heart of our work. We use modern hosting, advanced optimisation and best-practice development to ensure every site performs well on day one and continues to do so.
Partnership, Not Transactions
Our clients work directly with the directors. This personal approach builds trust, keeps communication clear and helps us support businesses for years, not months.
Long-Term Thinking
We design websites for longevity. From clean code to scalable hosting, every decision is made with the next five to ten years in mind, not just the launch date.
Continuous Improvement
Digital technology moves quickly. We stay ahead so our clients don’t have to, consistently refining our processes, security and hosting to keep every website performing at its best.
Meet the Team
Chatsworth Web Design is led by two directors who remain hands-on in every project. Clients work directly with the people who built the company, ensuring clear communication, consistent quality and genuine expertise at every stage.
Andrew Simmons – Founder & Lead Developer
Andrew founded the company in 1996 with a focus on building high-quality digital solutions grounded in solid technical foundations.
With decades of experience in development and server management, he leads the technical side of the agency, from bespoke builds and performance optimisation to security, hosting infrastructure and ongoing support. Andrew’s direct involvement means every project benefits from senior-level knowledge and a meticulous approach to detail.
Sharon Walker – Co-Founder & Creative Director
Sharon oversees design, branding and user experience. Her background in creative strategy and digital design ensures every project balances visual appeal with clarity, usability and strong messaging.
She works closely with clients to understand their goals, shape ideas and develop designs that feel modern, functional and aligned with their brand. Sharon’s thoughtful approach results in websites that perform well and leave a lasting impression.
Specialists We Work With
Alongside the directors, we collaborate with trusted specialists when projects require additional skills. These include photographers, videographers, copywriters and technical partners. We choose them carefully and manage every aspect in-house, ensuring the same high standards apply across all work.
How We Work
Our process is straightforward, transparent and built around producing reliable, long-lasting results. Every project is handled by the directors from start to finish, giving clients confidence and continuity at every stage.
Discovery and Planning
We begin by understanding your goals, audience and competitors. This stage shapes the structure, functionality and direction of the website. It ensures we build with purpose and avoid unnecessary complexity.
Proposal and Strategy
You receive a clear, easy-to-follow proposal based on what we’ve learned. We outline the recommended approach, timescales and costs with no jargon and no hidden fees. You always know exactly what to expect.
Design and Development
We design a bespoke layout that suits your business, followed by clean, modern development using best-practice coding standards. We build for speed, security and usability as standard, not as optional extras.
Content and SEO Foundations
Every website includes strong SEO foundations. We optimise on-page content, structure the site correctly, add schema, ensure accessibility, and prepare your site to perform well in search from day one.
Testing and Quality Assurance
Before launch, we test across devices, browsers and screen sizes. We check performance, security, usability and accessibility, giving you a stable and reliable final build.
Launch and Support
Once the site is live, we monitor performance, ensure everything runs smoothly and remain available for updates or ongoing work. Clients speak directly with the directors, making support quick, reliable and personal.
What Makes Us Different
Most web design agencies talk about creativity, service and results.
We focus on what we can prove. Our difference comes from experience, technical ability and the level of personal support we provide.
Director-Led Projects
Clients work directly with Andrew and Sharon throughout the entire process. There are no account managers, no outsourcing and no layers of communication. This ensures clarity, speed and consistent quality.
Decades of Experience
We have been designing and supporting websites since 1996. Very few agencies can offer this depth of knowledge or the long-term perspective that comes with it.
High-Performance, UK-Based Hosting
Our websites run on dedicated LiteSpeed servers that we manage in-house. This gives clients exceptional speed, strong security and far greater reliability than standard shared hosting.
Fast, Secure and Built to Last
We build websites with technical accuracy, clean code and modern standards. Performance, stability and future-proofing form the basis of everything we produce.
Honest Advice and Clear Pricing
We offer straightforward guidance grounded in experience. If something isn’t needed, we say so. Our proposals are clear, transparent and free from unnecessary extras.
Everything Under One Roof
From design and development to hosting, SEO and ongoing support, we deliver every part of your digital presence in one place. This keeps your website consistent, secure and easier to manage.
Results We Deliver
We focus on results that matter: performance, visibility, reliability and long-term value. Our websites are built to load quickly, rank well and convert visitors into customers. The outcomes below reflect the standards we maintain for every project.
Faster, More Efficient Websites
We consistently achieve high PageSpeed and GTmetrix results by combining clean development with high-performance LiteSpeed hosting. This gives clients faster load times, better user experience and stronger SEO potential.
Improved Search Visibility
Our websites launch with correct structure, schema and on-page optimisation in place. Clients often see improved rankings as a direct result of better site architecture and stronger technical foundations.
Reliable, Stable Hosting
By running our own dedicated servers, we control every aspect of performance. Clients benefit from consistent uptime, enhanced security and fast response times.
Better User Experience
Our sites are designed to be clear, modern and easy to use. This creates smoother customer journeys and helps increase enquiries, bookings or online sales.
Long-Term Growth
Many clients have worked with us for more than a decade. Their websites remain stable, secure and adaptable over time, reducing the need for frequent rebuilds and unnecessary costs.
Recent Projects
We support businesses across wide-ranging sectors, from service providers and manufacturers to retailers and local organisations. Each project is tailored to the needs of the business and built with performance and longevity in mind.