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Address
WWT Washington Wetland Centre
Pattinson, Washington
Tyne and Wear
NE38 8LE
T: 0191 416 5454
WWT Washington Wetland Centre sits on the north bank of the River Wear, overlooked by the region's famous Penshaw Monument. It is easily accessible by public and private transport.
The centre is east of Washington town centre in Pattinson (formerly District 15) four miles from the A1(M), one mile from the A19 and signposted off the A195, A19, A182 and A1231 Washington Highway.
By bus
The centre is served by buses to the Waterview Park government building, which is just a short walk away.
The 73 runs Monday-Saturday between Sunderland and Washington, stopping directly at Waterview Park. The Lime 8 bus (travelling between Stanley and Sunderland) also stops at Waterview Park from Monday-Saturday and can be caught as a connection from The Galleries bus station in Washington town centre.
Contact Traveline North East for the latest timetable and fare details on 0870 608 2608 or visit http://www.simplygo.com/
By rail
Sunderland rail station is a 15-minute car/bus ride away, while Newcastle and Durham stations are about 10 minutes further afield.
By Metro
The region’s underground Metro train service has stations with direct bus links to Washington town centre. These can be found in Sunderland (Park Lane Interchange), Newcastle (Haymarket or Eldon Square), Gateshead (Gateshead Interchange) and Heworth.
By bike
Cycling is an environmentally friendly and pleasant way to arrive at the centre, which is on the Sustrans Coast to Coast (C2C) Cycle Route. The River Wear trail also passes by (accessible by bike and on foot). Cycle racks are available.
By coach
The centre has ample free parking for five large coaches. Please book spaces by prior arrangement.
By car
There is extensive free parking for visitors arriving by car, although where possible we would encourage the use of more environmentally friendly forms of transport.
The centre is located 10 minutes from the A1M (south bound - take junction 65 and follow signs for the A1231 to Sunderland, then follow the brown duck signs; north bound - take junction 64 and do the same) and two minutes from the A19, off the A1231 Washington Highway. You can follow the brown duck signs to the centre from the A195, A19, A182 and A1231.
For those using GPS, our postcode is NE38 8LE.