Mr Shifter Removals was started in the 1980s by Mr James Gray. Originally working as a mechanic at the time, locals recognized him and that he operated a transit van. Starting off by doing small loads run to and from London. As word spread and his reputation grew he saw a potential to begin his own business and build a successful feature. Working his way up the ladder Mr Gray has operated every removal vehicle possible starting from transit van, up to Luton vans, leading into 7.5 tonne box vans and 17.5 Pantechnicon Removal Trucks. 

Mr Steven Barstow – Mr Gray’s right hand man, Mr Barstow has been with Mr Gray for over 25 years and has helped him shape and sculpt his company, and is now responsible for a crew of 10+ removal operatives, operating 5 Removals trucks and a 200+ storage container warehouse. Mr Barstow oversees the day to day operation of Mr Shifter Removals and ensure that all the team are delivering service to the highest standard.

Mrs Sharon Young – Mr Gray’s Left hand, Mrs Young is the office manager of Mr Shifter Removals. Mrs Young is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the business, ensuring that all Mr Shifter Removals clients are kept informed and up to date with how their services will be provided. Coordinating with Mr Gray to ensure he is despatched to any clients in need of a quotation/assistance in a prompt and timely manner and also oversees the Financial Management of the Mr Shifter operation.

Mr Shifter are now expanding and we have a variety of new franchise opportunities right now in several locations. If you want to join with us as we continue our expansion across the UK, we would like to hear from you.