This view across Kingsgate Footbridge, which was opened in 1963, belies its spectacular height above the River Wear. It provides a convenient route from New Elvet to the cathedral.
NZ2742 : The 3rd Marquis of Londonderry (and 2 monkeys) Schoolboy legend in County Durham had it that the Italian sculptor was so proud of his work that he declared it 'perfect'. Then, when some waif pointed out the horse had no tongue, he committed suicide! Since then Durham University students have been known to paint the poor creature red on 'Rag Day'.