About Control X
Control X Digital is an independent web design and digital consultancy run by Richard Cross.
Website Insights
Practical notes, advice, and observations from years of designing, building, supporting, and maintaining websites.
Recent Articles
A selection of recent articles covering websites, digital publishing, hosting, SEO, creative projects, and online visibility.
Arts & Culture Charity & Non-Profit Community Design & Interiors Education & Reference Environment & Ecology Events & Venues Festival & Events Financial & Energy Services Food & Drink Health & Social Care Health & Wellbeing Industry & Technical Publishing Music & Performing Arts Outdoor & Lifestyle Publishing Retail & E-commerce Sport & Leisure Trades & Construction Travel & Hospitality
Recent Work
John Muir’s Birthplace
Launched:
A museum celebrating the life and legacy of John Muir—writer, explorer, and pioneer of modern environmentalism—housed in the building where he was born. In partnership with Wyllie Cat Design, we designed and developed a WordPress site to support the museum’s exhibitions, learning resources, and visitor information. Launched in 2017, the site offers an engaging introduction…

The Scottish Gin Society
Launched:
Celebrating Scotland’s vibrant and diverse gin scene, The Scottish Gin Society connects enthusiasts with distillers, events, and the latest in botanical brilliance. Produced in collaboration with Closer Creative, the site was launched in 2017 as a hub for news, reviews, and community. Built on WordPress, it delivers a content-rich experience around for Scottish gin.
Sector: Food & Drink
L’Oiseau Montagnard
Launched:
A beautifully appointed 3-bedroom apartment in the heart of Ax-les-Thermes, offering year-round access to skiing, thermal spas, and outdoor adventure. I designed and developed the site using WordPress Multisite with multilingual support and a central booking calendar—creating a seamless experience for both English, French and Spanish-speaking guests. Launched in 2016, the site continues to attract…
Sector: Travel & Hospitality
Shore Croft
Launched:
A contemporary coastal home set on a pebble beach with sweeping views across Loch Ewe. Originally launched in 2004, the site was fully updated in 2016 with a responsive WordPress build and new client-supplied photography.
Sector: Travel & Hospitality
Moment is Now
Launched:
Gillian has been practising meditation for over 15 years, her coaching and teaching sessions are designed to give you the confidence that you can cope with whatever life brings.
Sector: Health & Wellbeing
Outdoor Philosophy
Launched:
Blending outdoor adventure with environmental activism, Outdoor Philosophy uses bold journeys to spark reflection and inspire change. I supported the site with real-time tracking integration and technical assistance during Kate’s solo cycling expedition through South America—ensuring updates and progress were reliably shared with a growing audience. A powerful project combining movement, storytelling, and impact.

Web Design and Development
Custom websites designed for performance, usability, and long-term maintainability. Built for businesses, organisations, galleries, and creative projects.
WordPress Hosting
Managed WordPress hosting with monitoring, backups, security updates, and proactive maintenance to help keep websites secure and running smoothly.
WordPress Support
Ongoing support covering troubleshooting, updates, training, advice, and technical assistance when you need it.











