The slave ship Bell arrived with enslaved Africans in Dominica. About 247 people had been taken aboard and approximately 243 arrived.

Vessel: Bell; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 148. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Harper, William; Investor: Brade, Robert; Captain: Holliwell, John; Captain: Oliver, Thomas. The voyage began at Liverpool on 30 November 1788. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Mount (Cape Grand Mount) (Windward Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Dominica, place unspecified. Estimated mortality during the crossing: 2.0%. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.