Oen of three anchorage areas in the lee of Salt Island shown on an historic chart (see NPRN 519152 and 519154). This one being within the present day entrance to the harbour.

Sources include:
Morris, L, 1748, Plans of Harbours, Bars, Bays and Roads in St George's Channel, plate 7

Maritime Officer, RCAHMW, Janaury 2012