Hi, I’m Lesley.

I’m a (Stroud-running, pastry-eating, F1-watching) copywriter based in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire.  

I’m all about words, strategy, and sustainability — tools I’ve collected from ten years of working in multidiscipline marketing roles.

I launched The Southgate Edit to spend more time writing about things I believe in: good people, doing ambitious projects, that benefit both the community and our planet.

I’ve always got an eye on the bigger picture. That means ensuring that even a small piece of written content slots perfectly into the puzzle of your brand, your strategy, and your project, and that it reflects our shared commitment to the environment. 

Are you looking for the perfect words to elevate your next big idea? Drop me a “hello!” to get your project started!

“Lesley is creative and conscientious in her strategy development, and a strong advocate for sustainability in marketing and beyond.”

— Beth, Director of Marketing and Communications

I’m proud to work with businesses who are full to the brim with care for the environment, whether locally or world-wide.  

If you think we make a good match, why not connect with me on Linkedin?

Let me put the words to your big ideas.