After learning that the French had returned to European waters, Leviathan sailed to Gibraltar before arriving off Cádiz on 8 October 1805. Bayntun was in this way unusual amongst Trafalgar captains, many of whom had only just arrived on station for the blockade.
Following news of the French returning to European waters, Leviathan set sail for Gibraltar before reaching Cádiz on 8 October 1805.  Bayntun's actions were unique among Trafalgar captains, as most had only recently joined the blockade.