The slave ship Bedford arrived with enslaved Africans in Jamaica. About 259 people had been taken aboard and approximately 233 arrived.

Vessel: Bedford; flag: Great Britain; rig: Ship; estimated standardized tonnage: 200. People recorded in connection with the voyage: Investor: Ramsden, John; Investor: Lumley; Captain: Wenman, Gilbert. The voyage began at London on 7 July 1806. Principal recorded place where captives were acquired: Cape Coast Castle (Gold Coast). Principal recorded disembarkation place: Kingston. Recorded resistance: Revolt by enslaved people. Recorded outcome: Voyage completed as intended.