About Ashford Web Services
Ashford Web Services is your trusted partner for all things web. We specialise in expert web design, ongoing website maintenance, search engine optimisation (SEO), and WordPress training — all tailored to help sole traders and small businesses succeed online.
Since 2010, we’ve delivered high-quality, affordable digital solutions customised to each client’s needs. Our reputation as a reliable and recommended web design company has been built largely through word-of-mouth referrals.
Whether you need a brand-new website, maintenance, performance improvements, or hands-on training, we’re here to ensure your online presence works hard to attract and convert customers.
Why Choose Ashford Web Services?
With over 20 years of experience, Ashford Web Services goes beyond website design. We create powerful, user-friendly online tools that support your business goals. Every website we build is visually engaging, easy to navigate, fully responsive across all devices, and tailored to reflect your unique brand.
We focus on delivering clear structure, seamless functionality, and SEO best practices — helping you attract more visitors and improve your search engine rankings.
At Ashford Web Services, we believe in transparency, open communication, and timely project delivery. We take pride in every website we produce, crafting it with the same care and attention we would give our own.
Whether you’re a start-up launching your first website, an established business needing a redesign, or looking to strengthen your online presence, we’re here to help. Let’s build something great together. Contact us today to see how we can take your online presence to the next level.
Web Design
Website Maintenance
Search Engine Optimisation
WordPress Training
eCommerce (Sell online)
Logo Design
Where It All Began
AWS’s founder, Gary Friend, recognised a significant issue in the local market—small businesses were being overcharged for their website services, often leaving them with outdated websites, poor support, and little return on investment. Determined to change this, he established Ashford Web Services to offer professional, cost-effective web solutions without compromise or long-term contracts which tied people in.
Gary’s career began as a Web Developer for P&O Ferries, where he mastered the technical side of website development before advancing to eCommerce Manager. He later held key roles at SpeedFerries and South Kent College in Ashford and Folkestone, gaining invaluable experience in web design, digital marketing, and SEO. With this wealth of knowledge, combined with an in-depth understanding of the needs of local businesses, Ashford Web Services was born—providing expert, reliable, and budget-friendly web services to companies in Ashford, Dover, Folkestone, and beyond.