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About Washington, Sunderland

Washington lies between Newcastle and Sunderland on the A1231, making it a handy stop on the A1(M) corridor. The 1960s new town connects easily to Sunderland (2km), Newcastle Airport (20km), and the wider Tyne and Wear area via the A182 and A194(M). With over 450 EV charging points nearby, it's well-equipped for electric vehicles. The Galleries shopping center's glass pyramid roof serves as the town's most recognizable landmark.

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Washington, Sunderland is in England, at 54.900, -1.517 - about 9 km south-east of Windy Nook.

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The closest airport to Washington, Sunderland is Newcastle International Airport, 32 km (about 44 min by car). Other airports nearby: Teesside International Airport.

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