A Flood Alert was issued for Ginge Brook in Oxfordshire between 25th February 2026 and 16th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Ginge Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Thames at Culham Lock rose 3.64m, peaking at 3.73m, while the River Thames at Abingdon Lock climbed 3.35m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels may lead to flooding. River levels are high on the Ginge Brook. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 16 March 2026, including the Steventon area. The forecast is for a mostly dry day today and a dry day tomorrow. River levels are falling slowly. We expect levels to continue to fall gradually over the next couple of days, however, river levels are sensitive to further rainfall. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culham Lock | River Thames | +3.64m | 3.73m |
| Abingdon Lock | River Thames | +3.35m | 3.38m |
| Clifton Lock | River Thames | +2.78m | 3.52m |
| Sutton Courtenay | River Thames | +1.57m | 3.73m |
| Abingdon | River Ock | +0.49m | 0.41m |
| Abingdon Peachcroft | Radley Park Ditch | +0.13m | 0.76m |
| Wantage | Letcombe Brook | +0.13m | 0.87m |
| Abingdon | River Stert | +0.09m | 0.73m |
| Steventon | Ginge Brook | +0.07m | 1.02m |