10 years of the long read: The invisible city: how a homeless man built a life underground (2020)

Dominic Van Allen, a resilient homeless man who constructed a hidden bunker beneath Hampstead Heath, shares his extraordinary story. He discusses the daily realities of living underground, the ingenuity required just to survive, and the profound struggles faced by those in similar situations. From humorous anecdotes about park rangers to the serious challenges of legal troubles, Dominic's experiences reveal the complex and often invisible world of homelessness in urban settings. His journey is a poignant reminder of resilience and the human spirit.