I compiled a list of 11 reasons why the town should be in the running, including the Old Hall, F Pit Museum and Wetlands Centre.
We first reported on the new national competition in the Sunderland Echo this week when we told how Washington MP Sharon Hodgson backed the new town to throw its hat in the ring.
And here’s why it could well be considered, as illustrated in all these photo memories.
In case you missed it;
9. Nissan on Wearside
The Nissan Bluebird, on show in The Galleries. Nissan arrived on Wearside in 1984 and began producing the Bluebird in 1986. | se
10. Princess Anne Park
Bethany and Abbi Lewington had a giant teddy for company in their picnic at Princess Anne Park in Washington 21 years ago. | se
11. A link with football history
Sunderland players took part in a final workout at Washington New Town gym before leaving for Derbyshire to prepare for the FA Cup semi final in 1973. | se