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Hey, I'm Dave!

Dumbarton, United Kingdom – Member since November 2024

A mechanical engineer by trade who loves the outdoors, land rovers, travelling and meeting new people I decided to combine my passions into one with Lomond Overland.

Experiencing the knowledge and professionalism of guides on trips to Africa it is something I hope I can bring to Scotland with guidance on local nature spots, areas of interest and other countryside activities to add a personal touch and hopefully help give you a holiday with a difference.

3 Reviews

David David
We had a fantastic experience! The Land Rover was very enjoyable to drive, and the equipment was complete and well thought out. The rooftop tent is of excellent quality and kept us perfectly dry despite heavy rain and even Storm Floris at the beginning of our trip. We explored the Highlands and several islands, and the setup was ideal. Just a tip: make sure to position the vehicle with the wind direction in mind to reduce gusts and limit wind exposure. Communication with Dave was excellent — he is very friendly and professional. The handover and return of the vehicle went smoothly, and Dave was both punctual and accommodating. We highly recommend this rental! August 2025
Response from Dave Thank you very much for such a great review. It was a pleasure hosting you and Im glad you enjoyed the landy. I also really appreciate the condition it was returned in. Especially as I had a quick change over to do for the next hire. It really helped. Especially after such a long period of being out. Fantastic customers and much appreciated.
Arthur Arthur
We had an amazing trip in the landy! The car itself is a super fun drive and takes on the road like it’s nothing. The roof tent was super easy to set up, and was plenty of space for two people. Dave is a super host and gave really good recommendations. Whenever we had a question, he was super fast to answer and you could really tell that he wanted us to have the best trip possible. If you have the slightest wish to drive around Scotland in an old defender, we totally recommend using Dave’s! July 2025
Response from Dave Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback. It was great to host you both. Im glad you had an excellent trip and hopefully see you back in Scotland again+
Simeon Simeon
This Defender has character and stays more true to the original vehicle. It offers a more private, independent camping experience compared to typical rentals but should obviously not be compared with a full motor home. At first glance, the camper might seem sparsely equipped compared to other more luxuriously converted Defender campers. However, if you're coming from a hiking or backpacking background, it feels quite luxurious. The roof tent is an absolute dream – you can be ready to sleep in a proper bed in literally 2 minutes. Perfect for Scottish Adventures This seems to be an ideal vehicle if you want to independently explore Scotland and take in the best landscapes and hikes in a more fast-paced style than you'd experience by e.g. walking something like the West Highland Way. The ability to fit up to 5 people while driving also seems quite uncommon for Defender campers, which is a real bonus. We unfortunately experienced a breakdown at 9pm on a Saturday night, 200 miles away from Glasgow. However, Dave was easily reachable and handled everything incredibly smoothly. He ensured my friends got back to Glasgow in time to catch their Sunday morning flight. Dave's communication was excellent throughout, and despite the mechanical hiccup, it was a really nice and smooth experience overall. The service and responsiveness, especially during our emergency situation, really stood out. May 2025
Response from Dave Thanks for your Review Simeon. Fantastic customers and I also really appreciate your understanding during the breakdown and Im very glad you were still able to enjoy your experience! Best, Dave