Bespoke Web Design, Development & SEO for Businesses in France, Suffolk & the UK
Magellan Design creates fast, secure, bespoke websites that help businesses grow online. Now based in France, we bring 26 years of experience and established roots in Suffolk to every project. We continue to support our long-standing clients while welcoming new businesses across France and the UK.
Bespoke Websites Built for Speed, Usability & Results
Every website we create is designed around your business, your brand and your goals. We don't rely on off-the-shelf templates or page builders. Instead, we write clean, lightweight code to create bespoke websites that load quickly, offer an excellent user experience and are built with search engine visibility in mind.
Our approach focuses on:- Responsive design for mobile, tablet and desktop
- Clean, efficient code that helps search engines crawl and understand your website
- Strong on-page SEO and accessibility best practices
- Modern, professional layouts designed to engage visitors and encourage enquiries
Whether you need a straightforward brochure website or something more advanced, we combine creativity, clarity and technical expertise to deliver a solution tailored to your business.
Custom Web Applications & Laravel Development
For businesses that need more than a standard website, we develop bespoke web applications using secure, scalable PHP and Laravel technologies.
Our custom development work includes:
- Subscription and payment systems
- Bespoke content management solutions
- Customer portals and booking tools
- Workflow automation and business process systems
Every application is built around your specific requirements, with a focus on performance, security and long-term reliability.
Reliable Hosting, Maintenance & Ongoing Support
Your website needs to remain secure, fast and up to date. Our managed hosting and maintenance services help keep everything running smoothly, with support that includes:
- Daily off-site backups
- SSL certificates
- Security monitoring
- Performance optimisation
- Content updates included in your plan
You can concentrate on running your business while we take care of the technical details, with ongoing support from a team that understands your website and your needs.
Recent Web Design & Development Projects
Our portfolio showcases a selection of website design and development projects for businesses with different needs and ambitions. From bespoke business websites to specialist online platforms, every project receives careful attention to detail, performance and usability.
We work with clients in Suffolk, across the UK and in France, drawing on 26 years of experience to deliver practical, tailored web solutions.
Inclusive Hiring Works – Web Development Project
Developed for Suffolk-based client Inclusive Hiring Works, this platform supports their mission to improve equity and inclusion in hiring—one company at a time. Their work helps businesses create fairer recruitment practices, fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces.
Squirrel Removals - Business Website
This hand-coded website was developed for a Brighton client specialising in cross-channel removals and providing both short- and long-term warehouse and storage solutions.
SEO & Digital Marketing That Grows Your Visibility
A great website deserves to be found. We provide SEO and digital marketing services to help businesses improve their online visibility, reach relevant audiences and attract more potential customers.
- On-page and technical SEO
- Local SEO for Bury St Edmunds and Suffolk
- Google Ads and Bing Ads management
- Website copywriting, blog articles and content creation
- Visual content and digital branding
Whether you're targeting customers in Suffolk, elsewhere in the UK or in France, we can help you develop a digital strategy that supports your business goals and builds long-term online visibility.
An Established Web Design Partner With Roots in Suffolk and a Base in France
Magellan Design has spent 26 years building relationships with businesses in Suffolk, earning trust through experience, personal service and a commitment to high-quality work.
Although we are now based in France, our connection with Suffolk remains an important part of our business. We continue to support our established Suffolk clients and welcome new enquiries from businesses seeking experienced, approachable web design and development expertise.
Our approach is straightforward: we take the time to understand your business, provide honest advice and build websites that work hard for you. With web design, development, SEO and ongoing technical support under one roof, we aim to be a trusted long-term partner rather than simply a website supplier.
Why Choose Magellan Design?
- 26 years of experience in web design and development
- Established roots in Suffolk and a current base in France
- Bespoke, hand-coded websites built for speed and performance
- Custom PHP and Laravel application development
- Web design, development, SEO and digital marketing under one roof
- Managed hosting, maintenance and daily off-site backups
- Personal service and long-term client relationships
- Clear pricing and no hidden costs
We combine the experience of an established business with a personal, flexible approach, helping clients in France and the UK get more from their online presence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you build bespoke, hand-coded websites?
Yes. We build bespoke websites using hand-coded development rather than WordPress or visual page builders. This allows us to tailor the design and functionality to your requirements, with a focus on speed, usability, accessibility and SEO.
Do you provide ongoing website support?
Yes. Our hosting and maintenance plans provide ongoing support, including services such as updates, security monitoring, backups and content changes, depending on your plan.
Can you help improve my website's SEO?
Absolutely. We provide on-page and technical SEO, content creation and keyword-focused website copy to help improve your visibility in search results. We can also help businesses reach relevant audiences in France, Suffolk and elsewhere in the UK.
Do you develop custom web applications?
Yes. We develop bespoke web applications using PHP and Laravel, including subscription and payment systems, booking tools, customer portals and workflow automation.
Do you work with businesses in Suffolk even though you're based in France?
Yes. Magellan Design has longstanding connections with Suffolk, built over 26 years in business. We continue to support our Suffolk-based clients and welcome new projects from businesses in Suffolk and across the UK, as well as France.
Do you work with businesses in France?
Yes. We are now based in France and welcome enquiries from English-speaking businesses looking for bespoke website design, development, SEO and ongoing website support. We work with you to understand your requirements and find the right solution for your business.
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Bespoke web design and development from France, backed by 26 years of experience in Suffolk.