Workshop: Creating your own website
A hands-on workshop with expert guidance to help you take action.
Dreaming of a professional website but don’t know where to start?
Are you an entrepreneur, freelancer, or business owner in need of a website to showcase your services?
With so many hosting options, website builders, and technical steps, it’s easy to feel lost… But what if you had an expert guiding you through every step of the way?
That’s exactly what this workshop offers!
What You Will Learn:
- Build a professional website using WordPress and Elementor (free version)
- Choose and set up reliable hosting (Hostinger)
- Customise your site to match your brand (colours, fonts, images)
- Optimise your content to attract the right clients
- Gain autonomy to manage your website with confidence
Workshop Programme
In this hands-on workshop, you’ll be guided step-by-step to create your own simple and professional website using WordPress and Elementor. By the end of the programme, you’ll leave with a fully functional site – designed and built by you, with expert guidance at every stage.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
– Visual Identity Essentials
We’ll start with the basics of creating a simple visual identity: choosing colours, typography, and imagery that reflect your brand’s personality.
– WordPress Set-Up
Get your WordPress site up and running from scratch, including hosting set-up, theme installation, and essential settings.
– Elementor Tutorial
Discover how to use Elementor (free version) to design and build your pages with confidence – no coding required.
– Website Structure & Page Creation
Learn how to create key pages for your site (Home, Services, About, Contact) and structure your content for clarity and impact.
– Content Support
Get help crafting effective text and choosing visuals for your website – with tips to write with clarity and connect with your audience.
– Website Security Basics
Understand how to protect your WordPress site with essential security practices and recommended plugins.
– Intro to SEO
We’ll finish with simple SEO techniques to help your site be found by the right people on search engines.
By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a clean, effective website that’s ready to go live – and the skills to update it on your own.
Why This Workshop is a Smart Investment
Hiring a professional web designer for a bespoke and high-quality website
from- You get a site, but rely on someone else
- Training rarely included
- May require a paid maintenance contract
- the website is tailored, but requires designer time
- Timeframe: Depends on availability & back and forth
This workshop: Build your own website in 4 sessions
- You build and understand your own website
- Training, you learn every step, gain full autonomy
- You’re in control – update your site anytime
- You customise your website in real-time with live support
- Get it done in 4 sessions
- 1:1 session to book anytime before, during, or up to one month after the event.
Workshop Details
📍 In-person at Together Culture 15 Fitzroy St, Cambridge CB1 1ER
👥 Small group (max. 6 participants) for personalised support
💻 Bring your laptop and leave with a fully functional website!
📅 Next sessions:
5th September (afternoon),
12th September (afternoon),
19th September (afternoon), and
26th September (afternoon) — each starting at 2:00 PM.
⏳ Duration: 4 sessions of 2 hours and a half each + 1:1 session
💰 Price: £400
💡 Please note: To build your website, you may need to make some additional purchases such as hosting (required), premium plugins (optional, e.g. Elementor Pro), or image licenses. These are not included in the workshop fee.
Ready to Build Your Website?
Limited spots available! Secure your place now and walk away with a fully optimised website.
Can’t make it this time, or your missed the last session?
Join the waiting list to have early access to the next session.
FAQ – Frequently asked questions
What happens if there aren’t many participants?
The workshop is guaranteed to go ahead as long as there are at least 2 participants. If only one person signs up, I will reach out directly to offer either a full refund or the option to reschedule for a later date when more participants are available.
Can I attend online instead of in person?
This workshop is designed to be hands-on and in person, to make sure everyone gets proper guidance and support. However, in exceptional cases (and with a valid reason), I can offer the option to join via video call. Please note that I strongly encourage in-person attendance to get the most out of the experience.
What happens if I can’t attend on the day?
Life happens — I totally get it. If you can’t make it to the workshop, please let me know as soon as possible. Depending on the timing, I can offer a refund or a credit to join a future session.
If something unexpected comes up last-minute, feel free to reach out. In some cases, and if you have a good reason, I can exceptionally allow you to join remotely via video — but I strongly recommend attending in person for the best experience.
What if I need to cancel my spot?
If you can no longer attend, please let me know as soon as possible. Depending on how early you cancel, I might be able to offer a refund or credit for a future session (see terms and conditions for full details).
Do I need any technical skills to join?
Not at all! This workshop is made for entrepreneurs, freelancers and small business owners — no coding required. I’ll guide you step-by-step using simple tools like WordPress and Elementor.
What should I bring?
Please bring your own laptop — you’ll be working directly on your own site during the session. A charger and a notebook (if you like taking notes) are also recommended.
⚠️ Please note: if you don’t already have website hosting, you’ll need to purchase it yourself (I’ll provide recommendations in advance). This ensures that you have full access and control over your site at all times. Wi-Fi and everything else will be provided on-site!
I don’t have a hosting provider yet — is that a problem?
Not at all! If you haven’t sorted out your hosting yet, we can set it up together during the workshop. I usually recommend Hostinger for its simplicity and affordability — perfect for getting started. I’ll walk you through the setup step-by-step, so you’ll leave the session with everything ready to go.
Do I need a WordPress subscription?
Nope! WordPress itself is completely free. You only need a web hosting plan to install it — and we’ll take care of all that together during the workshop.
I don’t use WordPress, can I still join the workshop?
While the workshop is centred around WordPress, it also covers much more than just how to use a tool. We’ll talk about design guidelines, user experience, structure, and even website security, things that apply no matter what platform you use.
That said, I do recommend this workshop especially for those who plan to use WordPress, as the hands-on part is built around it. But if you’re curious and want to improve your overall website strategy, you’re absolutely welcome!
