About
MLR
Your Defender Experts.
Moorland Rovers (MLR), is based on the Southern Slopes of Dartmoor, UK. We specialises in two areas, the MLR Workshop, a defender garage offering servicing, bodywork, resprays, repairs and upgrades for local South Devon Defenders.
The other area is the restoring and bespoke building of Land Rover Defenders for sale to UK customers and exporting to the US market.
Our commitment to high-quality craftsmanship, personal service, and innovative solutions makes us a trusted name in Defender repair and customisation. We offer a comprehensive range of services to ourcustomers.
Born of passion, built for adventure.
Our New HQ
Unit 2B, East Way Lee Mill Industrial Estate, Ivybridge, Devon – PL21 9GE
Tel: 01548 721184
Email: [email protected]
Leadership Team
Bradley Nicholls
CEO and Founder
We are excited to introduce Bradley, the visionary founder and owner of Moorland Rovers Ltd.! From the very beginning, Bradley has been the driving force behind MLR’s growth and success. He has played a pivotal role in every aspect of the business, from hands-on work like fitting carpet sets to overseeing the design and creation of our most luxurious and bespoke Defender builds, particularly for our US clients.
Bradley’s journey with MLR started with a passion for restoring even the most neglected Defenders, and he continues to oversee each project with an unwavering commitment to quality and craftsmanship. In addition to his hands-on work with Defenders, Bradley has successfully built and managed a growing business, steering MLR with a clear vision and determination.
Every day at MLR presents new challenges and opportunities, but for Bradley, it’s always about one thing: delivering exceptional results for our clients. His passion, expertise, and entrepreneurial spirit are the foundation of Moorland Rovers, and we’re proud to have him leading the way. To get in touch with Bradley directly, please email [email protected].
Sarah Blampied
COO
Sarah is the backbone of MLR’s operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly from admin to automotive. Whether she’s sourcing new desk chairs or coordinating stunning Defender interiors, Sarah’s meticulous attention to detail has been pivotal in organizing our new premises to match the premium standards of the Defenders we repair and restore.
With a cup of tea always nearby and often a cuddly canine companion on her lap, Sarah brings warmth and structure to the team. Her contributions don’t stop there – Sarah is also the creator of sweet treats for Andy’s Cake Fridays, a beloved MLR tradition. Got a recipe to recommend? Sarah would love to hear it!
To get in touch with Sarah directly, please email [email protected].
🌟 Thanks to Sarah, MLR isn’t just a workplace – it’s a well-oiled machine and a home for creativity and collaboration.
Meet the Mechanics
Andy Painter
Lead Mechanic
At MLR, we’re proud to have Andy leading our team as our Lead Mechanic and Defender Specialist. With over 30 years of experience working on modern cars, Andy’s true passion lies in Land Rover Defenders. His skills are honed from countless weekend adventures with his own Defender, tackling mud, hills, and all kinds of rugged terrain. Whether it’s a repair or a restoration, Andy’s expertise ensures that your Defender is in the best hands.
Andy is also the heart of the MLR workshop when it comes to keeping things sweet! Known for his love of desserts, Andy started Cake Fridays as a weekly treat for the whole team. Who knew mechanics could be so sweet? 🍰
Get to know Andy and the rest of our dedicated team, and trust us with your Defender’s next big adventure! To contact our expert MLR workshop, please email [email protected].
Paul Day
Workshop Manager
We are thrilled to introduce Paul, the backbone of MLR’s workshop operations. Paul joined our team just in time for a big transition: overseeing the move to our new MLR premises. With his excellent organisation skills and meticulous attention to detail, Paul helped design and implement the systems and processes that keep our workshop running smoothly and efficiently every day.
In addition to overseeing the general operations of the workshop, Paul now leads our newly introduced paint services, bringing a fresh new look to vintage Defenders. His expertise ensures that every project is completed to the highest standards, delivering impeccable results that exceed expectations.
Paul’s dedication and leadership have been key to MLR’s success, and we’re proud to have him as a vital part of our team. To contact our expert MLR workshop, please email [email protected] or to get in touch with Paul directly, please email [email protected].
Simon Beer
Mechanic
Simon has been part of the MLR family since our early days, bringing unmatched expertise and a can-do attitude that defines his work. Over the years, Simon has built a reputation as the mechanic who can tackle any Defender challenge, no matter how complex.
Though he hasn’t yet claimed a Defender of his own, Simon’s love for these iconic vehicles drives his commitment to preserving their legacy. His specialty lies in breathing new life into neglected Defenders, restoring them to their original glory and elevating them to the luxurious, modern standards MLR is celebrated for.
Simon’s passion and skill ensure every project meets the highest expectations, embodying both the heritage and innovation that define MLR.
🔧 Bring your Defender back to life with Simon and the MLR team. To contact our expert MLR workshop, please email [email protected].
Our personal commitment to you
Here at Moorland Rovers Ltd we understand that it takes a lot of trust to import a Land Rover from abroad into the USA. We also understand that it can be a risky process if done incorrectly or if you get involved with the wrong people.
Our commitment to you is to make the import of your dream Land Rover as hassle and risk free as possible. It is our main priority as a business to build that all important trust and make sure that you are comfortable with each stage of the import process before proceeding
Our Home
We are extremely proud to call Dartmoor home, it is wonderful place to live and work and makes a rather good back yard play ground for a Land Rover enthusiast.
Dartmoor is full of wonderful communities and hamlets set amongst rolling hills and rugged moorland. This remote and often hostile landscape breeds a real sense of community and trust amongst its inhabitants and this has truly helped define us as people and as a business.
To find out moor about the wonderful place we are lucky to call home, click the Learn Moor button below.
