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The Curly Wurly Bridge
Episode 518th November 2024 • The Ballad of the Crocodile and the Underpass • Washington Heritage Partnership
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In this episode, we explore the story of the iconic Curly Wurly Bridge and its role in shaping the transformation of Fatfield. Featuring A Spanish Village, written and performed by David Brewis, this episode captures the historical and cultural significance of this beloved landmark.

Guests:

Washington Community Podcasting Group, Roger Morris (Fatfield Resident), Mike Laws, Linda Laws, Ged Parker (Washington Development Corporation), Washington Newtown Architects, David Robson, Ricard Robinson, Ursula Robson, Martin Stephenson, Peter McAdam, Liz Greener, April Welby.

Music and Production

  • Produced by: Grace Stubbings & the Washington Community Podcasting Group
  • Music by: David Brewis & Paige Temperley
  • Executive Producers: Caroline Mitchell & Jude Murphy

About the Project

This episode was developed in collaboration with:

  • Washington Heritage Partnership
  • Sunderland City Council’s Washington Area Committee
  • Sunderland Culture at The Arts Centre Washington
  • Baseline Shift
  • We Make Culture

Supported by:

  • The University of Sunderland
  • The National Lottery Heritage Fund

Acknowledgments

Special thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players for making this project possible.

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