Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Web Design Solutions
Established in 2005, Beachshore Design has built a reputation for delivering tailored web solutions with a human touch. Our team combines technical expertise with a client-centric approach, specialising in website design, search engine optimisation, and cloud application development. Led by Solutions Director Howard Lush, our Watford-based team works closely with clients to understand their unique needs, ensuring every project reflects their business goals. With over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves on clear communication, ethical practices, and ongoing support.Our work spans industries, from heritage organisations to sports bodies, always prioritising functionality and user experience. We are committed to transparency, with no hidden fees and a focus on jargon-free explanations. Our clients benefit from UK-based hosting, regular maintenance, and a proven five-step process that ensures project success. Backed by testimonials highlighting reliability and creativity, we continue to grow while maintaining the personal service that defines us.
Services
Web Design
Search Engine Optimisation
Cloud Applications
Website Hosting
SEO Audit
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in bespoke web development.
- Our five-step process ensures tailored solutions for every client.
- We provide ongoing technical support with no hidden fees.
- Our team includes a Chartered IT Professional with industry recognition.
- We offer transparent, jargon-free communication throughout projects.
What people say
Fantastic work
Responsive, creative
Impressive reports
Brilliant to work with
Outstanding individual
Services
Web Design
We design and develop custom websites tailored to business needs. Our process includes discovery, design, development, launch, and ongoing support. Clients receive mobile-responsive sites built with HTML5, CSS3, and PHP7, hosted on secure UK servers. Support includes domain management, email configuration, and maintenance updates.
Search Engine Optimisation
Our SEO strategy improves website visibility through technical audits, content optimisation, and competitor analysis. We use ethical techniques to enhance search rankings, providing monthly reporting and three-month progress tracking. Services include baseline analysis, structural improvements, and ongoing remedial work with no minimum contract terms.
Cloud Applications
We develop custom cloud databases and SaaS solutions for membership systems, booking platforms, and content management. Applications integrate with websites and are hosted on secure servers. Support includes daily backups, technical maintenance, and scalable subscription models tailored to client requirements.
Website Hosting
Our hosting packages include SSL security, UK-based servers, and email management. Plans range from basic to premium, offering inclusive support hours and Google Analytics integration. Hosting includes regular maintenance and scalable options to match business growth and technical needs.
SEO Audit
We conduct comprehensive website audits to identify technical issues and optimisation opportunities. Reports detail structural problems, content gaps, and ranking factors. Audit costs are discounted from future SEO work, ensuring actionable insights for long-term improvements.
People
Howard Lush
Solutions Director
With a Masters in Computer Science, Howard leads technical operations. He specialises in software development and brings expertise from sports sector digital projects.
Anne Anderton
Senior Developer
Anne oversees backend development with over eight years of experience. She provides technical leadership and ensures smooth project execution across teams.
Amir Abdulla
Developer
Amir contributes to front-end and back-end development. He has grown steadily since joining in 2021, bringing a methodical approach to project delivery.
Paul Carter
Co-founder
Paul established Beachshore in 2005 after 35 years in software development. He specialises in genealogical research systems and holds Chartered IT Professional status.
Diana Carter
Co-founder
Diana manages operations and client support. Her background in art and business administration shapes our empathetic, visually focused client approach.
Questions
What web design services do you offer?
We create responsive websites from single-page brochures to e-commerce platforms, with tailored design and ongoing technical support.
How do you approach SEO projects?
Our five-step SEO process includes keyword analysis, technical audits, structural improvements, implementation, and three-month performance tracking.
Can you develop custom cloud applications?
Yes, we build bespoke cloud databases and SaaS solutions for membership systems, booking platforms, and content management with scalable hosting.
Do you provide ongoing website support?
Yes, we offer maintenance plans from £45+VAT/month including hosting, security updates, and responsive technical assistance.
Which areas do you serve?
While based in Thanet and Watford, we work with clients nationwide through remote collaboration and cloud infrastructure.
Reviews (2)
Hames & Sons Locksmiths
Jan 02, 2019
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5* Service Paul has been taking care of our website for a few years now. The service is outstanding and completely flawless. Highly recommend!
Heads Removals
Jul 01, 2016
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We would like to thank the team at Beachshore for the fantastic work and effort put into creating our new website.
Paul, our dedicated web designer, was confident from the start, that he could put together a website that worked for us and he was not wrong!We have had x7 the amount of online enquiries in last 2 months alone and we are confident that this number will rise. We feel that the website is user friendly and informative. If we have any queries then he is always quick to respond. Advise has been given on marketing also, which was very helpful.
Paul, our dedicated web designer, was confident from the start, that he could put together a website that worked for us and he was not wrong!We have had x7 the amount of online enquiries in last 2 months alone and we are confident that this number will rise. We feel that the website is user friendly and informative. If we have any queries then he is always quick to respond. Advise has been given on marketing also, which was very helpful.
