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Crayons and Code

Lean, fast, accessible sites for ambitious people and projects

I design and build lean, fast, accessible websites with thoughtful details, strong performance and a very human level of care for how your site works and feels.

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I'm booking slots right now for work starting in January. Get in touch for contract work, freelance projects, or one-off consultancy.

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Based in Yorkshire, working with small businesses, charities and good causes across the UK. Websites that work for everyone.

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“Phil is great to work with. Helpful, responsive, and proactive, offering valuable ideas and expert recommendations.”
Claire ParkerRescue ManagerNational Pug Protection Trust

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25+ years building fast, accessible, and user-first websites for people who care about doing things properly. I’m a dedicated one-man studio crafting fast, accessible, and user-focused websites - whether that’s dynamic CMS builds, e-commerce stores, or elegant static sites.

I handle everything from accessibility compliance and legal requirements to front-end performance, Core Web Vitals, and SEO-friendly best practices. So your site doesn’t just look good, it works brilliantly too.

I work with businesses, agencies, charities, and anyone who needs a thoughtful, reliable developer. Whether you need a site built from scratch or a front-end expert to drop into your team, I bring 25+ years of experience and code that actually makes a difference.

Not sure what it might cost? Try my cost calculator for a quick estimate.

Accessibility isn't optional.

A blunt, practical talk for teams who think they've already nailed it (but probably definitely haven't).

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Let's talk about performance.

Performance isn’t a feature - it’s a foundation that supports usability, inclusivity, and impact. In this keynote, I dig into why that matters and how we can stop shipping slow, bloated nonsense.

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“Phil picked up the task quickly, communicated clearly, and delivered exactly what was needed. His report was detailed, well structured, and easy to understand with actionable recommendations. I also appreciated him putting in the effort to highlight both accessibility and performance issues”
Jon GibbinsDigital As It Should Be

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