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About Forte Web Solutions

We are Web Artisans

Since 2012, we've been helping small businesses transition from unfinished websites to automated growth engines.

Our Mission

Too many small business owners waste their weekends wrestling with DIY website builders, only to end up with a site that looks unprofessional and fails to generate leads. We believe your website should work as hard as you do.

Our mission is to democratize high-end web design and marketing automation. Through our Pay Monthly and Smarter Series plans, we provide enterprise-level digital infrastructure at a price point accessible to local businesses.

The Old Way

  • High upfront costs (£2000+)
  • You write your own copy
  • Hidden maintenance fees
  • Outdated within a year
  • No lead generation strategy

The Forte Way

  • £0 setup options
  • Professional copywriting included
  • Fully managed hosting & updates
  • Evolves with your business
  • Built to convert visitors to leads

Meet the Team

We are a tight-knit team of designers, developers, and marketing strategists based in Bristol. We don't outsource our core work. When you partner with Forte Web Solutions, you get direct access to the experts building your digital presence.

Affordable Websites Bristol — Robert Dicks, Co-Founder of Forte Web Solutions

Robert Dicks

Co-Founder

What started as a side skill soon became a career, fuelled by his love of making things work smarter. After earning a degree in Applied Geography, Robert spent his early career in GIS roles for Welsh Water and Cardiff Council, before moving into digital marketing at the University of Glamorgan.

In 2012, he co-founded Forte Web Solutions with one goal: help small businesses get more leads and keep them. These days, Robert focuses on creating customer journeys and automated systems that feel personal, timely, and effortless for clients. He's happiest when the technology fades into the background and the results speak for themselves.

Affordable Websites Bristol — Sue Worrall, Team Member at Forte Web Solutions

Sue Worrall

Team Member

Sue has a knack for helping people achieve more than they thought possible.

For over 30 years, she's worked in health and wellbeing, from running clinics in London and Cardiff to supporting world-class athletes – including guiding a Paralympic cyclist to gold. Along the way, she's learned that lasting success is built on trust, relationships, and clear communication.

At Forte Web Solutions, Sue brings that same approach to our clients. She listens, understands, and makes sure every project runs smoothly from start to finish. Whether it's building partnerships, keeping communication flowing, or finding creative solutions, Sue is the steady, reassuring presence that helps our clients feel supported every step of the way.

Ready to work with us?

Let's chat about your website — no pressure, no jargon, no hidden fees.

Get in Touch

About us — FAQs

Where are you based?+

We're based in Bristol and work with local businesses across Bristol, Bath, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset.

Do you only build affordable websites?+

We build affordable web design Bristol businesses can actually afford — and affordable doesn't mean low quality. Every site is professionally designed, mobile-first and SEO-ready.

Why no upfront cost?+

Most small businesses don't have £3,000 spare for a website. Our no upfront cost websites Bristol plan removes that barrier so you can start getting leads from day one.

Do you work with trades?+

Yes — web design for trades Bristol is a big part of what we do. Plumbers, electricians, roofers, gardeners and builders all over BS postcodes.

Will I deal with a real person?+

Always. Robert and the small Forte team handle everything — no offshore call centres, no chatbots.