Ted Lewis Centre

Ted Lewis Centre Fascinating Heritage Centre celebrating the art, life and times of Ted (Get Carter)Lewis, novelist, animator and jazz pianist

Ted Lewis came to Barton upon Humber, Lincolnshire, UK in 1945 and lived there off and on for most of his life. He was mentored for his literary and graphic work by the celebrated novelist and poet, Henry Treece. Ted studied at Hull College of Arts and Crafts from 1956 to 1960 graduating in graphic art. He played in Unity Jazz Band in Hull for several years as a talented pianist. Ted was Animation

Clean up Supervisor on Beatles' Yellow Submarine. He published his first novel about his years in Hull in 1964, All the Day Long and All Through the Night. His second novel started the same year was Jack's Return Home which was snapped up as a film before publication. Ted's third novel, Plender, is set in Hull. He then went on to write the prequel Jack Carter Trilogy and finished his writing career with GBH which has only recently been republished. Ted Lewis died prematurely at 42, like many of his contemporaries, suffering from alcohol related problems

21/06/2026

Welcome New follower, Elsie Diamond

We salute you , Jack Carter
20/06/2026

We salute you , Jack Carter

Happy 93rd Birthday to Michael Caine! 🎩🎬
📍 Michael Caine – A legendary British actor 🎭 known for iconic performances across decades, celebrated for his distinctive voice and timeless screen presence. At 93, he remains one of cinema’s greatest legends. ✨🌟

All the Way from Newcastle today Great supporters.
14/06/2026

All the Way from Newcastle today Great supporters.

Announcing Ted Lewis Crime Book Club. Coming soon.
01/06/2026

Announcing Ted Lewis Crime Book Club. Coming soon.

24/05/2026

Welcome Andy Duggan and all other new followers

14/05/2026

Welcome Sharon, our latest follower

CEO Monty Martin and Trustee Mairi Wingate meet up with Dave Chick of the Trollybus Museum (Sandtoft) at The Museums and...
13/05/2026

CEO Monty Martin and Trustee Mairi Wingate meet up with Dave Chick of the Trollybus Museum (Sandtoft) at The Museums and Heritage Exhibition in Olympia.

Keeping our Visitor Experience fresh and up to date.

25/04/2026

Welcome to Roben and Emma, newest Followers

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The Ted Lewis Centre, Ferriby Road
Barton Upon Humber
DN185LE

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11am - 3pm

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07803504794

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