A story that reaches
the unreachable
Allen speaks from lived experience — not theory. Seven prison sentences. Heroin addiction. Organised crime. And then, grace. His story connects with people that polished presentations simply cannot reach.
Why Allen's story
lands differently
Most speakers talk about transformation in the abstract. Allen has lived it. He grew up fatherless on a council estate in Doncaster, lost his mother at fourteen, signed a professional rugby league contract at sixteen — and threw it all away.
What followed was nearly two decades of violence, heroin addiction, and organised crime. Seven prison sentences. A life that seemed unredeemable.
In 2013, alone in a cell at HMP Doncaster and planning to take his own life, Allen prayed a desperate prayer — and a dove landed on his window ledge. That moment changed everything.
Today Allen takes that story into churches, prisons, schools, and communities across the UK. He has had his life ban from rugby league overturned, rebuilt his relationship with his three children, and founded Steps to Freedom. His story captivates even the hardest of hearts.
"Allen's story captivates even the hardest of hearts — living proof that the redeeming power of God is still at work today."
Tony Collins · Editor & Author
What Allen speaks about
Every talk is drawn from Allen's own journey — honest, unscripted, and delivered with conviction.
A Story of Redemption
Allen's full testimony — from fatherless child to professional rugby player to convicted criminal, and the moment in a prison cell where grace intervened. Suitable for any audience.
Faith & Transformation
What does genuine Christian transformation actually look like? Allen speaks honestly about the slow, difficult, real work of becoming a new person — and the grace that makes it possible.
Addiction & Recovery
A raw and honest account of life inside addiction — and what it actually takes to break free. Allen speaks with authority, compassion, and zero judgement.
Identity & Purpose
For those who feel defined by their past, their failures, or their reputation. Allen explores what it means to discover who you really are — and why it's never too late.
Hope for the Hopeless
A message for those who have been written off — by others or by themselves. Allen's life is the evidence that no one is beyond reach.
Taming of a Villain
A talk based on the book — ideal for book launches, literary events, church book groups, or anywhere Allen's written story is already known.
Where Allen speaks
Allen is equally at home in a prison chapel, a school assembly, or a conference stage.
Churches & Congregations
Prisons & Secure Units
Schools & Colleges
Conferences & Events
Community Organisations
What people say
"Allen was addicted to violence and drugs, and spent years in prison. By God's grace he has found a path to freedom, peace, purpose, and hope. If you want evidence of the power of Christ to change a man's life, you will find it here."
"Allen's transformation has been nothing short of a miracle. Gold and diamonds are found in dirty places — and in Allen, I have found a diamond of a guy."
"Allen's journey challenged me, encouraged me, and gave me a renewed zeal to live for Christ in my own walk with God."
What to expect
When you invite Allen to speak, here is what you and your audience will get.
Honesty
No polish, no performance. Allen tells his story exactly as it happened — the violence, the addiction, the shame, and the grace.
Relevance
Whether your audience is churched or unchurched, struggling or settled — Allen's story meets people where they are.
Hope
Every talk ends with the same message — no one is too far gone. Change is possible. Grace is real.
Flexibility
Allen adapts to your context — from a 20-minute school assembly to a full conference keynote or Sunday morning service.
Invite Allen to speak
Whether you're planning a Sunday service, a conference, a prison visit, or a community event — the first step is a short conversation. Allen would love to hear from you.