Bowes Railway
Designed by George Stephenson and opened in 1826, Bowes Railway is the world's only surviving standard gauge operational preserved rope haulage system.
Community Forum
A message board to promote the community of Washington, its people and its history.
The Holy Trinity Church
Photos and historical details. Includes additional information on the Anglo-Saxon and Norman churches erected on this ancient Celtic site at Washington Village.
Washington - What's in a Name?
An alternative viewpoint on the village's history from Audrey Fletcher, who attempts to argue a connection to druids and ancient Egyptians.
Washington Baby Boomers
A nostalgic site about the 1957 to 1959 student intakes at the Washington Grammar School. Includes photographs and recent updates.
Washington Glebe Colliery
Records of the mine 1904 to 1972, including owners, output, employment, seams worked and a list of miners killed in the 1908 disaster. There are links to the Washington "F" Pit and…
Washington Glebe Pit 1901 to 1972
Outlines a history of the colliery, including details and photographs of the 1908 disaster, and personal recollections of working down the coal mine.
Washington Old Hall
Audrey Fletcher traces the history of the 12th-century manor house, with information about the "de Wessington" family, their coat of arms and the preservation of the house. Also in…
Washington Then and Now
Includes information, photo gallery and video clips of the area in times past and present.
Washington, Tyne Wear, England
A nostalgic site about the local area, its history and its people. Includes photographs and a links page.
Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust
A brief description of the wild-life area and its facilities at Washington. Includes opening times, annual highlights and a link to the main WWT web site.