 He became a member of the Navy Examining Board on 2 November 1903 and, promoted to captain on 1 July 1905, remained on it until going on an extended period of sick leave beginning 11 November 1905.He retired from the Navy at the rank of rear admiral while on sick leave on 18 April 1906.Bayley married the former Annette Williamson (d. 19 August 1947) in October 1890.