Guides & insights
Guides for Manchester small businesses
Plain-English answers to the questions we hear most — what a website costs, why a Facebook page isn't enough, and how to get found on Google.
5 Reasons Manchester Businesses Need a Professional Website in 2026
Facebook, Instagram and Google Maps aren't enough. Here are 5 reasons every Manchester small business needs a proper website — and what it costs.
Read the guideHow Much Does a Small Business Website Cost in Manchester? (2026)
What a small business website really costs in Manchester in 2026 — freelancer, agency and studio pricing compared. Honest numbers from £249 upwards.
Read the guideWhy Your Business Facebook Page Is Not Enough (2026)
A Facebook page can't rank on Google, can't take bookings and can't be redesigned to convert. Here's why every Manchester small business needs a proper website.
Read the guideHow to optimize your Google Business Profile to drive website traffic
A practical UK guide to turning your Google Business Profile — the local business listing on Google Maps — into a steady stream of website visits, calls and bookings.
Read the guideLocal business website design in the UK: what actually works in 2026
What a modern UK local business website needs in 2026 — the pages, features and design choices that turn Google Maps traffic into real customers.
Read the guideHow much does a small business website cost in the UK? (2026)
Honest 2026 pricing for a small business website in the UK — what freelancers, agencies and DIY builders actually charge, and what's included at each price.
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