The presence of the limekilns and the large slate quarry complex to the north of the bay confirm a landing place to serve the small settlement. Admiralty Sailing Directions for 1870 note the rocks which are 'dangers to vessels bound to Aberreiddy to land slate'.

Sources include:
Admiralty, 1870, Sailing Directions for the West Coast of England from Milford Haven to the Mull of Galloway including the Isle of Man, pg22

Maritime Officer, RCAHMW, August 2014.