[3] The docks were each 40 ft (12 m) wide at the entrance,[3] and were intended for use by river goods carriers.

[4] North Carriers' Dock was opened in 1862, with a basin covering 2 acres (0.81 ha), 3,423 sq yd (2,862 m2) and with a total quayside of 641 yd (586 m).

[4][5] From 15 May 1968 until 30 September 1972, the northern quayside of Carriers' Dock was used as a temporary terminal for the B&I Line, prior to the company using Trafalgar Dock,[2][page needed][6][page needed] and for MD&HB cargo handling around the same time.

[7] The southern quayside of Carriers' Dock was a rough cargo berth.

[7] North Carriers' Dock was filled in the late 20th century,[8] and the site has been redeveloped.