He was known as Baron Howland until his grandfather's death in 2002, when he adopted the courtesy title of Marquess of Tavistock, previously held by his father, Robin Russell, 14th Duke of Bedford. He succeeded to the Dukedom of Bedford the following year after his father suffered a fatal stroke. He is married to the former Louise Crammond, with whom he has a daughter, Alexandra.
| Preceded by: Robin Russell | Duke of Bedford | Followed by: Current Incumbent |