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Pick a time below. You’ll speak to Dave Dove, director of Dove Design, about what you need and whether we can help.
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You’ll speak to Dave Dove. It’s a short call about your website, not a pitch.
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What to expect on the call
Personalised strategy
We’ll talk through what you need the site to do: more enquiries, clearer services, who it’s for, and what you already have in place. The advice is for your business, not a template pitch.
Straight, useful advice
Dave handles strategy, design, build, hosting and training himself. You’ll get practical notes on structure, content and search, based on sites built for trades, studios, public-sector teams and local services.
Clear next steps
You’ll leave knowing whether Dove Design is a fit, what the work would involve, typical timelines (3–6 weeks) and a quote if you want one. No pitch deck, no obligation.
About me
Dave Dove
Director, Dove Design Ltd
Dave has been designing and building websites since 2012, first as a freelancer, then as Dove Design Ltd from 2023.
He handles strategy, design, build, hosting and training himself. Work happens the way you already work: email, phone or video. In County Durham he can meet in person.
Happy Clients
Hear what our clients have to say about working with us.
I cannot praise Dove Design enough. From the very start of this project they were very professional, providing great support, advice and guidance at all times. The process was quick and completed before the deadline and the final product was brilliant. Thank you so much for everything.
Jim Cunningham
Durham Community Peer Mentors
Dave set out a clear plan to bring my vision to life, and with his knowledge and idea’s, it’s turned out way better than I had anticipated. I couldn’t be happier with the design. He has been helpful and communicative throughout. Very much looking forward to continuing to work together on this project and quite possibly future projects!
Jason Simpson
Northern Heritage Roofing
Common questions
Everything you need to know
Straight answers on process, pricing, timelines and what it’s like to work with Dove Design.
01Do you work with small businesses?
Yes. Dove Design works with startups, small businesses and organisations across the UK looking for professional, high-performance websites.
02How do you involve clients in the design process?
We believe in collaborative design. Our process includes client consultations, feedback sessions, and regular updates. We ensure your vision aligns with the design, and your input is valued throughout the development process.
03How secure are the websites you build?
Extremely secure. Every site we launch includes SSL, regular platform updates, and hosting that meets high international security standards. Two-factor authentication and page-level password protection are available where you need them.
04Will my website be search engine friendly?
Yes, we follow best practices in web development to ensure your site is search engine optimised (SEO). This includes using clean code, optimising images, and implementing SEO-friendly URLs to enhance visibility on search engines.
05What services does your web design agency offer?
We offer a comprehensive range of services, including custom web design, web development, responsive design, e-commerce solutions, and content management system (CMS) development.
06Why should I hire a professional web designer?
A professionally designed website helps build trust with customers, improve search engine visibility and convert visitors into enquiries.
07Do websites come with SSL?
Yes. SSL is included with hosting on every site we launch.
08Will my website be SEO friendly?
Yes. All websites we build are designed with SEO best practices including fast loading speeds, mobile responsiveness and structured content.
09What information do you need to start a website project?
To begin a website project we typically need your business goals, brand assets, content and examples of websites you like.
10What sets your web design agency apart from others?
Our agency is distinguished by a combination of creativity, technical expertise, and a client-centric approach. We prioritise understanding your business goals, delivering high-quality solutions, and providing excellent customer service throughout the entire process. Dove Design Ltd is a web design agency based in County Durham. We focus on building fast, SEO-ready websites for local businesses and public sector organisations.
11Can I update the website myself after launch?
Yes. After launch you can edit text, images and blog posts yourself from a simple editor — no technical knowledge needed. We also offer training if you’d like a walkthrough.
12What platform do you build websites on?
We build modern, high-performance websites with an easy-to-use content editor — fast to load, strong for SEO, and simple for you to update without a developer.