The slave ship Prescott arrived with enslaved Africans in Jamaica. About 286 people had been taken aboard and approximately 262 arrived.

Vessel: Prescott; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 180. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Weston, John; Captain: Ward, John; Investor: Atherton, Edward; Investor: Astley, James. The voyage began at Liverpool on 19 January 1799. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Bight of Biafra and Gulf of Guinea Islands, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.