Step 1
Submit the essentials
Business details, services, location, contact info, preferred preset, and any inspiration links.
Free website first. Hosting is optional.
Get a real business website built free, then host it for £3/month.
Tell us about the business, choose a starting point, and we build the first static website preview free. Download the finished HTML free, or let The Forge host it with SSL, edits, and DNS guidance for £3/month after approval.
- Free website build
- Free HTML download
- £3/month hosting only if you want us to host it
How it works
From form to live site without the usual web project drag.
The process is built for small businesses that need a credible online presence, not a long agency project.
Step 2
We shape the first draft
Your content is turned into a clean static site, then checked before the preview is released.
Step 3
Preview and request edits
Open the private preview, adjust safe text fields yourself, or request bigger layout changes.
Step 4
Approve, pay, and go live
When you are happy, start hosting and get the DNS guide for your domain.
15 starting points
Compare Presets Presets that fit real local businesses.
Premium Local Service
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Trades & Contractors
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Cleaning Services
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Automotive Repair
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Beauty & Wellness Studio
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Restaurant & Cafe
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Professional Services Modern
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Health Clinic
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Fitness & Gym
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Creative Portfolio
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Classic Local Services
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Classic Beauty & Wellness
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Classic Food & Hospitality
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Classic Professional Services
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Classic Portfolio
A polished one-page static site with hero, services, proof, gallery, and contact sections.
Why static
The right kind of simple for a starter business site.
Most small business websites need trust, speed, contact details, services, proof, and a clear next step. Static hosting keeps that focused.
Fast static hosting
Simple static pages load quickly and avoid heavy plugin stacks.
Less maintenance risk
No customer WordPress dashboard, theme updates, or database exposed on each website.
Safe customer edits
Customers can update key labels and copy without breaking the layout.
Clear pricing
The website build is free. Hosting is the only paid part.
You can request the build, preview it, approve it, and download the finished HTML without paying us. Pay £3/month only if you want The Forge to host the live site.
Free website creation
Free HTML download
Optional hosted launch
Free
£0
Website request, first build, private preview, requested edits, approval, and HTML download.
Optional hosting
£3/month
Static hosting, SSL-ready setup, preview/live URLs, safe edits, and DNS instructions.
Start Free RequestQuestions
Clear terms before you start.
Do I pay before seeing the site?+
No. The request, first preview, and HTML download are free. Hosting starts only if you want The Forge to host it.
Can I request changes?+
Yes. Small text edits can be handled in the dashboard, and larger changes go through the change request form.
Can I use my own domain?+
Yes. DNS records and the setup guide unlock after paid or complimentary hosting is active.
Is this WordPress?+
No. These are static websites, which keeps hosting cheaper, faster, and easier to maintain.
Contact
Questions before you start?
Send a quick message about free website builds, static HTML hosting, DNS setup, billing, or whether The Forge is right for your business.
Prefer email?
support@the-forge.co.uk