The dock was originally opened in 1841,[3] enlarged between 1882-8 by George Fosbery Lyster and reopening in 1888.

[6] For many years, the dock was home to the Harrison Line.

[5] The Hydraulic Station is Grade II listed,[8] and in modern day in use as a training facility for the British Red Cross.

They have drawings and historical documents on display detailing the buildings former use.

These list Edmund Kirby as being involved in the refurbishment in 1983.