"Our expectations have been surpassed! the whole team are helpful, friendly and brilliant at what they do!"
Paul Hunter, Hunter's Brewery
Well over a decade of web design and development in Newton Abbot
For over 15 years, we’ve been delivering website design in Newton Abbot and across Devon – helping small business owners, marketing teams, and nonprofits create meaningful digital impact.
We’ve enjoyed employing our creativity to help some fantastic local businesses from startups to multi-million-pound turnover organisations.
We have built brands that stand the test of time, business-critical operational applications and reached out to millions with marketing campaigns.
If you are interested to see the kind of clients we have worked with then have a look at the case studies below for examples of our clients in Newton Abbot.
We are proud to be part of the Devon business community and honoured to call ourselves one of the leading companies providing web design in Newton Abbot, Devon.
Meet us at Dainton?
We work in a hybrid fashion, solving problems wherever there’s an internet connection. If you’d like an initial chat, why not meet us for a coffee at Dainton Golf Club?
Web design services tailored to Newton Abbot businesses
Bespoke websites for local businesses
Our team of web designers delivers tailored web solutions that reflect your local identity.
As a trusted web design company in Newton Abbot, we have been building websites for over 15 years for small businesses, helping you find new customers wherever they may be.
Engaging UX and UI design
We blend creative web design Newton Abbot with user-first thinking to craft interfaces that delight. Our UX/UI design expertise ensures every click is intuitive, reflecting your brand values while guiding users to take action.
SEO optimisation built into every build
All our websites feature technical SEO and content that’s locally optimised for your local Newton Abbot audiences. We build fast, responsive websites that improve visibility and search relevancy as well as being better for the planet.
Scalable e-commerce solutions with WordPress & WooCommerce
Looking to sell online? We create online stores using WordPress and WooCommerce. These flexible WordPress ecommerce platforms support scaling sales while staying easy to manage and maintain.
“I don’t know jack about marketing. I just tell you the goal, share my plan and you show me a better way to get there.”
Bespoke builds
We are WordPress website specialists, and it is great for small businesses as they can tend to require their website to change its function quickly to meet the changing needs of the customer.
If you combine this with almost endless customisations and an easy-to-use backend, it’s an obvious choice for our clients and their teams, and the reason why it powers nearly half the internet.
However, there may be a time when you need a bespoke solution, you need to partner with someone with experience. We can help guide you through the process from scoping to interface UX design.
Fancy a chat?
Practical, no-nonsense digital advice. No jargon, no pressure, just (hopefully) some ideas you can action.
It might not be just a website you’re after
Sometimes, a new website isn’t the only thing you need. What really makes a difference is having the right support to consistently market your business and turn interest into action.
If time, experience, or capacity are holding things back, key opportunities can slip through the cracks, and those could be your next great client.
That’s why after launch, we circle back to creating a digital marketing strategy, helping you stay visible through ongoing content creation, SEO and advertising.
We can work alongside your team or step in when needed, always with the goal of helping your digital presence do more for your business.
Why Choose Vu?
Most Popular CMS
Get a fast, flexible website built on the world’s most popular CMS. We can migrate your current site or start fresh – either way, you’ll stay in control.
Working towards a green web
Your site will run on 100% renewable energy, with a focus on performance, accessibility, and content that works hard for your users.
Advice that suits you – not us
You’ll get straight-talking support, not sales pitches. We bring evidence, set clear expectations, and help shape ideas that stand a real chance of success.
Over a decade
You’ll be supported by a team that understands the pressure to adapt fast – especially when budgets are tight and expectations are high.
FAQs
As a B Corp-certified agency, we’re committed to more than just good-looking websites – we help purpose-driven organisations build a digital presence that reflects their values.
Our work starts with understanding: who you are, who you serve, and where you want to go. From there, we shape sustainable strategies for long-term growth.
We’re known for helping organisations shift to a lighter digital footprint – from low-carbon, efficient websites (check the footer for our own score) to more conscious, considered use of digital tools.
Accessibility, ethical marketing, and post-launch support are part of the package. Because your website should evolve with you, not hold you back.
WordPress is the world’s most popular content management system (CMS), powering over 40% of all websites. It’s user-friendly, highly customisable, and supported by a large community of developers and designers. With WordPress, you can create anything from a simple blog to a complex e-commerce site, making it a versatile choice for any business.
The cost of building a WordPress website can vary widely depending on your specific needs, the process that the company will take you through and their hourly rate. Vu will understand your needs and create a costed and dated project plan as part of the sales process.
Other costs to consider include domain registration, hosting, content (video/photos/copywriting) and subscriptions to premium plugins that will save bespoke development costs.
The time it takes to build a WordPress website can vary based on its complexity and your readiness. A simple brochure website with a bespoke design may take less than a month. For more complex sites there may be weeks of discovery, design reviews and extensive time in build and populating meaning the timeline can extend to several months.
More often than not we can customise your WordPress website to seamlessly integrate with your specific systems like CRMs, accounts or inventories. Our experienced team will work closely with you to scope and find solutions that ensure your website creates a great experience for your team or customers.
Start by claiming and optimising your Google Business Profile — it’s one of the simplest ways to boost local visibility. Then make sure your website clearly explains what you offer, where you’re based, loads quickly, and is easy to use on mobile.
Keep things fresh with helpful, relevant content and look for opportunities to earn links from trusted sources.
If you’re based in Newton Abbot and want to show up more often in local searches, we can help. From sustainable SEO to content planning and technical fixes, we focus on what works — no jargon, just practical support.
After your WordPress website is launched we would suggest a setting up a maintenance agreement including to help with any issues, perform routine maintenance.
The Vu team is on hand to offer guidance on utilising and optimising your site. You can also work with us to create an ongoing marketing package that includes marketing activities and reporting cycles to boost traffic and sales.
How We Work
Our digital production lifecycle creates a clear, collaborative process, built to get things done without the overwhelm.
Research & Evidence
Understand what matters – to your users, your team, and your organisation. We’ll interview stakeholders, run site audits, and review the data to uncover the gaps and opportunities
Fearless Creativity
Design rooted in purpose – not just decoration. Together we’ll develop creative concepts that reflect your values, engage your audience, and bring clarity to your brand.
Sustainable Build
From code to content – we build light, fast, accessible websites hosted on 100% renewable energy. It’s performance with purpose, delivered using tools your team can actually use.
Launch
Launch! – Your launch isn’t the finish line, it’s a confident new beginning. We’ll give you the tools, training and support to keep momentum going, with room to evolve and grow.
Brand & Website Design
Indoor Self Storage
We helped the company’s understanding of their customers’ needs, personalise their brand and build them a website optimised for conversion.
Read The Story“Having worked with you, we feel that you really are marketing professionals. We trust you and you’ve taken the time to understand our business. We feel that you’ve given massive value to what we’re doing.”
Tim Bishop, Marketing Manager
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