1749 Queens' College Mathematical Bridge

William Etheridge, was responsible for the design of this bridge, which was derived from James King and his work on Westminster Bridge.

It was constructed by James Essex in 1749. James Essex was also involved with one of the former Garret Hostel bridges, which confusingly also gained the "Mathematical Bridge" nickname.

It has been rebuilt twice, in 1867 and 1902. Photographic evidence 1850s suggests that it was originally held together with coach screws but it is now bolted.

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