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About

Expert web designer in Darlington

I’m Michael Walsh, a freelance web designer based in Teesside, and I’ve worked with businesses across Darlington and County Durham for over 20 years. I understand the local market, the type of customers you’re trying to reach, and what it takes to build a website that connects with them.

Web Design Services

Darlington businesses are used to dealing with people who know them — and that’s exactly how I work. I take time at the start of every project to understand your customers, your competition and what makes your business worth choosing. The website I design comes from that, not from picking a layout that’s close enough.

WordPress powers the site, which is practical rather than fashionable — it’s reliable, well-supported and means you’re never locked in. If you want to add a new page, update your services or post something on the blog, you can do it yourself without asking anyone.

The technical side is taken care of too — fast load times, clean code, proper mobile experience across all devices. And because I set up on-page SEO correctly from the start, you’re not paying to fix avoidable problems six months down the line.

Don’t just take my word for it…

Trusted by Businesses in Darlington

North East England

5.0 49 reviews

Rebecca Reece ★★★★★
We used Michael for a rebuild on the website we had and he has been absolutely fantastic.
None of us are particularly tech savvy, (that is the polite way of putting it), but he has created something that is really simple to use, looks great … More and does exactly what we need it to.
He did such a good job that we now pay him to maintain everything for us.
He is very responsive and very easy to work with. I couldn't recommend him more!
Martin Lockett ★★★★★
The best there is. 👌high quality and fantastic website I’m so happy I used this company.
Glen Jones ★★★★★
We engaged Michael to create a new website for DOCKSPEC Marine.The end result was exactly what we expected and Michael was very aware of our requirements. I would recommend Michael and we will be returning for updates in the future. Well … More done and thanks.
Tara J Smith ★★★★★
I absolutely love my new website. I can’t recommend Mike enough, he was very easy to deal with, he worked quickly to get the job done and he was very professional. He went above and beyond to help me get the style I was looking for. I … More couldn’t be happier with how it turned out.
John Webb ★★★★★
I run a small community website. I have found Michael to be very responsive when I have encountered issues and my site is back up and running very quickly.
Scott Dickinson ★★★★★
Michael has once again taken the stress out of IT for me and my businesses. I work with Michael across 3 of my companies and he is always on hand to support even the most IT adverse like me. I would recommend Michael Walsh Design wholeheartedly. … More
William & Julie Cumming ★★★★★
Mike was prompt in responding to my request (sorting out the linking of two domains to two hosting packages, and fixing my email address) and very capable through it all. I'll be back with any further queries!
Chatton Park House ★★★★★
Mike has been excellent in changing over our website onto his server and looking after our Wordpress website
Heres to a long relationship
Would have no hesitation in recommending his company
Thank You
Michelle mattinson ★★★★★
Mike has been excellent in changing over our website onto his server and looking after our Wordpress website
Heres to a long relationship
Would have no hesitation in recommending his company
Thank You
A P ★★★★★
Asked michael too build me a web page for my magic business.& couldn't be happier.It was exactly what I needed even keeping in contact with me & keeping me posted on the progress.Would recommended michael 100% THANK YOU so … More much for everything in one word its MAGIC
karen bishop ★★★★★
Michael is an outstanding website designer, after a few short meetings of what we wanted our website to look like and feel like, he completely took to another level that exceeded our expectations, and our users enjoy the experience of … More our website. We cannot thank Micheal enough and would definitely recommend Michael Walsh website designs to anyone, without a doubt, he is a trusted, honest, and very reliable website designer. Thank you Michael from ail the team at Dog Friendly Staycations and Pet Friendly Staycations
Richard Walsh ★★★★★
We have recently had our company website redesigned by Mike (we were in a predicament as our previous web hosting company were closing so only had very limited time to get the website redesign & reinstalled) Mike was very understanding, … More professional & helpful to be able to get the website sorted in the limited timeframe. The website is fantastic &, more so, his communication was second to none keeping us updated on how the website was progressing. He checked with us that we were happy before launching it. Thank you so much for a lovely website but also helping a business to keep their presence online in what could have been a very challenging time. I would have no hesitation in recommending Mike & his company.
Steph Scott ★★★★★
Michael designed our research group logo and website - fantastic to work with from start to finish. Would highly recommend and will absolutely work with him again!
Jason Mulroy ★★★★★
Called for a consultation and recieved a quote a few hours later, excellent service.
Lia Ward ★★★★★
Excellent. From start to finish, Michael knew exactly what it was that I needed and delivered everything perfectly. I cannot recommend him enough!
alexandra gates ★★★★★
I've utilised Mike's services for over 8 years now for various projects. Mike is super responsive and a dream to work with. High recommend :)
David Atkinson ★★★★★
Michael redesigned my site a few years ago and whenever I need an update done he is always very prompt and efficient. Highly recommended.
Leading Link ★★★★★
We have worked with Michael for nearly 3 years on a project and he has been fantastic from the outset. He got our "plan" and was invested from the start and was absolutely in it for the journey. He always coped with the "Michael, … More I need it to do this, and look like that" kind of an email, and he just cracked on with it. Michael was always on hand when we needed support and grew to know what we needed next - before we did! Great to deal with and would fully recommend!
Rachel Miller ★★★★★
Worked with Michael to completely redesign and launch our website. He is really easy to work with, was very patient and has created a site which is just what we need. Highly recommended.
Wendy Hale ★★★★★
I have used Michael for quite a few years now and he plays a massive role within my business. Always available, always helpful and above everything a great guy.
Robert Sinclair Associates ★★★★★
Great website. Great Communication. Thank you.
Kevin Raffles ★★★★★
Such a fantastic service from Michael, every time. He's thorough and efficient. I've used his services twice, and both times have been absolutely satisfied.
Michael Dickinson ★★★★★
Michael has designed our website quickly, efficiently and also to a high standard. Due to the nature of our business our website needed to be regulated. During this process, Michael has been very patient and has followed all of the procedures … More that were needed to be followed. Overall we are very happy with his service and with our end result.
Sam G ★★★★★
Michael is fantastic to work with, we are very happy to have chosen his services for our business.
madelaine rourke ★★★★★
Michael is very helpful, fulfills the brief quickly and professionally. I would recommend his services.
Gary Smith ★★★★★
Michael Walsh has helped our Company, JG Windows York Ltd, with various Web linked problems over the last few years, and, I have always found Michael, to be attentive, helpful and constructive, and very prompt in returning calls. I have … More no hesitation in giving Michael a 5* review. Thank you.
Swim England North East 1 ★★★★★
Very friendly, professional and helpful company. We are really pleased with the service we have received from Micheal and his team and we love our new website. Would recommend Spot On Designs to anyone who is looking for a new website or … More who needs advice on how to update or modernise the look and feel of their current site.
Dawn Holmes ★★★★★
This is the first time we have used Michaels services but will not be the last. Great personal service, endless patience and all very well explained to us non techies. Thankyou for all your help Michael.
jonathan lundy ★★★★★
Stepped in and solved huge issues left by my previous website designer/creator. Now my go-to designer who has helped level up the full website by creating new pages, improving old ones and adding new innovations and plug-ins. Fantastic … More service and quality throughout.
Rebecca Perry ★★★★★
Michael was extremely helpful and creative during the initial website building process. Afterwards, he has continued to impress with his knowledge and approachable manner. We are very happy with our website. Highly recommend.
Lara Mellor ★★★★★
I had already built my website when I got help from Spot on Designs but had problems with getting the finer details sorted. Michael was really clear and patiently explained where I was going wrong. I now have the skills to make the changes … More recommended with confidence and will be using Spot on Designs again when I need to make further amendments to my pages.
Billingham Dental ★★★★★
Spot on designs built our website and have been excellent from start to finish. Communication has been faultless throughout and they sort everything out straight away, which takes all the stress out of the process. They also offer great … More advice and are very supportive! Very glad I chose this company and I look forward to working with them in the future.
Harriett McHugh ★★★★★
Mike was brilliantly throughout this whole process. He listened to exactly what I wanted and put up with me constantly changing my mind here and there on bits and bob. Mike also offered his professional opinion along side my own ideas which … More I thought was a really nice touch. I would highly recommend Spot On Designs to anyone who is looking to have a website built. Great communication as well. Thanks Mike
Timothy Shilston ★★★★★
Throughout the website design and launch phase Mike has been very approachable and helpful. I was confident in his abilities from our first meeting. Mike’s creativity and technical knowledge have been great assets to our new company. Spot … More on indeed.
Craig Harrington ★★★★★
Excellent design skills and communication.I would recommend Spot on Designs to anyone requiring website construction.
Chris Fewster ★★★★★
Michel always does a great job , he responds quickly to a request he suggest the most cost effective way to address what ever issue we have be that website or email orientated and that work is completed very quickly for us , In an age when … More so many companies promise so much but actually deliver so little in terms of service its nice to find a good local reliable partner to help us with our requirement's
West Barn Pygmy Goats ★★★★★
Michael has redesigned our website and added additional requirements in the last year. The quality, design and support has been amazing. I would recommend any business to use his design service.
Kevin Field ★★★★★
Professional, reliable and always prompt, Mike goes to great lengths to make sure the client's needs are met. Always there to reply by return any questions. Provided a very much improved and easy to follow website.
Claire Gillard ★★★★★
Michael did a brilliant job on my small business website. He was very patient and created exactly what I was hoping for. I cant recommend Michael highly enough.
Jonny Smith ★★★★★
Fast, efficient and quality service at fair price! Quick response and great communication throughout the process!Thanks again Mike!
Alex Joines ★★★★★
Mike was absolutely great when he created my website for me. He was patient with all my questions and tweaks to designs and always found a solution for anything I threw at him. I couldn't fault his abilities and the speed with which … More he worked. I'm really pleased with the final output and would definitely recommend Mike for anyone looking for a professional website to be created to a high standard and for great value.
Steve White ★★★★★
Since building our website around 10 years ago we have never considered using anyone else. Mike has always made sure we are up to date and when amendments or additions have been needed he has always completed them quickly. Mike has also … More always been available to discuss options and has so much knowledge and experience that he can make suggestions to improve our website that we would never have thought of.
Very happy with everything over the years and no intention of changing.
Scott Brown ★★★★★
We engaged Michael to design and build a new website for our business SB Ironmongery Solutions Ltd. The whole process was really smooth from start to finish and we couldn't be happier with the end result. Having shopped around and … More had a number of quotes, the price-point was really competitive and the service was excellent from supporting us with our grant application to recommending a photographer. We would highly recommend Michael to anyone wanting a new website.
A Latimer ★★★★★
We've worked with Mike for a number of years now, he makes useable, workable solutions even for folk (like us) who are a bit digitally hindered! Recommend whole heartedly.
Lauren Gibbard ★★★★★
I've worked with Mike for a few years now and he has recently designed us a whole new website which is just perfect for my business. He is responsive, professional and is so easy to work with. I've already recommended him to anyone … More who asks about websites as you simply can't go wrong with Mike.
Ashley Hastings ★★★★★
Professional and personal service from a skilled web designer. Recommended.
H B ★★★★★
Excellent service: prompt, professional and great end result!
The Movie Prop Warehouse ★★★★★
We asked Michael to completely rebuild our website making it mobile friendly and giving it a face lift, from start to finish he was the ultimate professional. He provided everything we asked for and more. Throughout the build contact and … More advice was above and beyond. Changes and ideas were exchanged and implemented to a very high standard throughout the build process and we were kept informed as we went. Can not recommend enough. Thank you from the Movie Prop Warehouse Team!
Sally Urwin ★★★★★
We chose Mike to create a brand new website for our charitable care home, and right from our initial contact he was professional and responsive and took the time to understand our brief, the needs of our audience and the information that … More we needed to contain in our site. The Wordpress website Mike created is modern, stylish, easy to use and priced very competitively.
We also use Mike for ongoing website training and support and I can honestly say he is the most responsive IT professional we have ever worked with. He replies to emails or phone calls extremely quickly, is always polite, solution orientated and positive, no matter what the query or request.
Our organisation is one of the largest employers in our area and Mike has always given excellent customer service, especially when compared to some of the poor customer support given by larger agencies that we have used in the past.
We wholeheartedly recommend Mike as your next website designer and support provider - you won't be disappointed.

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