A Flood Alert was issued for Lower River Eden in Cumberland, Westmorland and Furness on 25th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Eden.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Eden at Linstock rose 1.75m, peaking at 2.49m, while the River Eden at Sheepmount climbed 1.36m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Sunday 25 October . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near the river Eden and its tributaries from its confluence with the River Irthing through Crosby-on-Eden and Carlisle to the Solway Firth at Rockcliffe. Further showers are expected throughout Sunday 25th October 2026, so levels are expected to remain high through the day. . We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on Sunday 25 October or
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linstock | River Eden | +1.75m | 2.49m |
| Sheepmount | River Eden | +1.36m | 2.80m |
| Durranhill Pumping Station | Durranhill Beck | +1.12m | 1.96m |
| Great Corby | River Eden | +1.10m | 2.02m |
| Skew Bridge | River Caldew | +0.88m | 1.68m |
| Carlisle Raffles Avenue | Parham Beck | +0.76m | 0.81m |
| Denton Holme | River Caldew | +0.65m | 1.29m |
| Little Caldew Maltings | Little Caldew | +0.63m | 1.03m |
| Botcherby Bridge, Carlisle | River Petteril | +0.39m | 1.21m |