Handcrafted
websites for
local businesses
ForgeNorth builds fast, modern websites for businesses across Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, and the wider North East. No templates. No nonsense. Just solid work.
Services
From a simple brochure site to a full custom web application — built properly, built to last.
Clean, fast, professional websites for local businesses who need a strong online presence without the bloat. Built on Astro for near-perfect performance scores.
Booking systems, customer portals, gift card platforms — anything that needs a real backend. Built on Laravel with a clean, modern frontend.
Your site stays live, fast, and updated. Monthly retainers covering hosting, SSL, backups, and content updates — no more chasing a web agency for a simple text change.
The Process
Straightforward from first conversation to launch day.
We start with a conversation — your business, your customers, what you need the site to do. No jargon, no pressure.
A homepage mockup before you commit to anything. You see exactly what you're getting before a contract is signed.
Fast turnaround. Most brochure sites are live within 2–3 weeks of deposit. You're kept informed throughout.
Go live, connect Google Search Console, and settle into a retainer that keeps everything running smoothly.
Built here.
For here.
We're not an agency with account managers and a ticket system. You deal with the same developer from first call to launch day.
Based in Sunderland. We understand the local market, local businesses, and local customers — because we're part of the same community.
Every site is built from scratch for your business. Not a Wix theme with your logo dropped in. Real code, real craft.
We'd rather have ten long-term clients than a hundred one-off projects. Your retainer means someone's always on hand.
What it costs
No hidden fees, no surprise invoices. A fixed project price and a clear monthly retainer.
- Up to 5 pages
- Mobile responsive
- Contact form
- Basic SEO setup
- Google Search Console
- Up to 5 pages
- Mobile responsive
- Contact form with validation
- Full SEO setup
- 1hr/month content updates
- Priority support
- Custom functionality
- Laravel backend
- Payment integration
- Admin dashboard
- Tailored retainer
Let's build something worth showing off.
Tell us about your business and what you're looking for. We'll come back to you within a few hours — no hard sell, just a straightforward conversation.