From October 1827, he was lieutenant-commander in , surveying the coast of France. From September 1828 to March 1835, he surveyed the Bristol Channel and the ports of Liverpool and Milford.
From October 1827, he was in charge of surveying the coastline of , which involved mapping the French shore. From September 1828 to March 1835, he focused on exploring the Bristol Channel and its major ports, including Liverpool and Milford.