Architecture of Sligo See Also 1852Architecture of SligobridgesCo. SligoSir John Benson (1812-74) Random Building 1875 – Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, John St., Sligo 1852 – Hyde Bridge, Sligo, Co. Sligo Home / Buildings / Buildings of Ireland / Architecture of Connacht / Architecture of Sligo / 1852 – Hyde Bridge, Sligo, Co. Sligo Architect: Sir John Benson This is the main bridge in Sligo and was built between 1848-53 by local architect and engineer Sir John Benson. Originally it was dedicated to Queen Victoria but has since been renamed after Ireland’s first President. Share this:TwitterFacebookMastodonRedditPrint Related! Related!