The slave ship Ellen left the African coast carrying enslaved Africans toward Jamaica. About 299 people had been taken aboard.

Vessel: Ellen; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 273. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Captain: Reddie, John; Investor: Leyland, Thomas. The voyage began at Liverpool on 11 August 1805. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: West Central Africa and St Helena, port unspecified. Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded duration of the captives' Atlantic crossing: 35 days. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.