A Little about Me
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Hi, I’m Richard Thorne web designer, WordPress wrangler, and wellness sector ally based in Somerset. I help solo practitioners, therapists, and wellness professionals build professional, peaceful, and affordable websites that reflect their values, without the overwhelm.
I bring a grounded, no fuss approach to web design. Over the years I’ve worked with counsellors, coaches, artists and ethical businesses across the UK and I know first hand how important it is that your website feels aligned with who you are. It’s more than just a digital shopfront, it’s an extension of your practice, your presence, and your personality.
At Richard Thorne Web Design (RTWD), I combine the best of modern tools, including WordPress, Divi, no-code builders and AI to create websites that are easy to use, scalable, and fully yours. Whether you’re just starting out or need a refresh, my modular packages, UK-based hosting, and ongoing care plans are designed to keep things simple and cost effective.
What sets me apart isn’t flashy design or sales tactics – it’s honesty, calm, and practical support.
Many of my clients have come to me after struggling with DIY site builders or being burned by agencies that didn’t “get” the wellness world. I do because I’ve walked the path of healing myself, and I understand how much courage it takes to put yourself out there.
You’ll also find me deeply committed to sustainability, accessibility, and working in tune with nature – it’s why I’ll be transitioning to greener hosting, and why I often work outside whenever I can (yes, even in the rain!).
So if you’re looking for a web designer who speaks human, not jargon, and who’ll meet you with patience and purpose let’s have a cuppa and a chat. You can see my full range of services below, or drop me a message anytime.
Pay Monthly Websites
If cashflow’s a thing (and let’s face it, it is), my pay monthly website plan gives you a professional site with all the trimmings, for £59 a month – no scary upfront cost. Hosting, design, maintenance – sorted.
What sets me apart? I’m not a faceless subscription service. You get me – building your site, keeping it updated, and making sure it performs. No call centres. Just a proper, made-for-you website with actual support.
Website Maintenance
Websites are like pets. You can’t just leave them and hope they survive. My maintenance service keeps yours safe, updated, and backed up – starting at £39/month. That means no plugin chaos, no surprise downtime, and no 3am “uh-oh” moments.
The difference? I don’t just run scripts and hope for the best. I check things. I keep you in the loop. And if something breaks, I fix it – usually before you even notice.
Hosting
Fast, reliable hosting for a fiver a month. Yes, really. My hosting is UK-based, speed-optimised, and includes 10 email accounts, SSL, and proper support. No inflated prices. No confusing dashboards. Just hosting that works.
Unlike big-name hosts, I won’t make you wait in a queue or send you to a knowledge base written in Martian. You get direct support from someone who actually knows your site inside out. (Guess who: it’s me.)
Affordable Web Design
Need a website and want to pay once? My affordable one-off packages start at £299. You’ll get a clean, mobile-friendly site that does what it should – whether you’re a Counsellor, a Therapist, or run a B&B in the sticks.
Where I stand out is the way I build – no bloated code, no pointless fluff. I use WordPress with Divi, meaning your site’s easy to update, performs well, and looks good across all devices. You’ll walk away with something that works and won’t need a remortgage.
When I’m not building websites…
I like to get out in the woods, around a fire with a coffee in one hand spending time with my freinds. I’m a big fan hiking, wild camping or just sitting and doing absolutely nothing.
OR!!!
All my life I’ve loved drumming, I’ve never been a drum kit player but I played Snare drum for a time while I was in the Army and got to bash about on different instruments whenever I could.
This wasn’t planned, (well not consciously), but a couple of years after moving to Glastonbury I formed a wonderful Performance Drumming Troupe here in Glastonbury with my now partner Janet, called ‘The Dragon Drummers.’ I had dreamt of performing again but didn’t think I would get to do anything like this! Now we get dressed up, wear facepaint and play some great drumming tunes with some amazing friends at local events, fetes and even festivals.
