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.A Spanish Village / Its Own Kind of ParadiseDavid BrewisOut of the dustA garden will growVines intertwinedKept safe from the roadsBy the roadThe children can playAway from the smokeAnd wait for the sunSquare pegs in round holesSo beautifulAh, who needs the sun?The hills will do us rightThe sea breeze can reachRight along the riverIts own kind of paradiseGuests: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 ProductionProduced by: Grace Stubbings & the Washington Community Podcasting GroupMusic by: David Brewis & Paige TemperleyExecutive Producers: Caroline Mitchell & Jude MurphyAbout the ProjectThis episode was developed in collaboration with:Washington Heritage PartnershipSunderland City Council’s Washington Area CommitteeSunderland Culture at The Arts Centre WashingtonBaseline ShiftWe Make CultureSupported by:The University of SunderlandThe National Lottery Heritage FundAcknowledgmentsSpecial thanks to The National Lottery Heritage Fund and National Lottery players for making this project possible.

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