Washington is made up of several small villages, each with it's own small local amenities.
Taxis are cheap and plentiful though can't be hailed on the side of a road.
The local buses run regularly throughout the town centre, connecting with major bus stations in Newcastle, Sunderland and Gateshead. Visitors staying in one of the villages furthest from the town centre would be wise to check bus timetables, especially if travelling late at night.
