A Flood Alert was issued for Lower River Soar in Leicestershire in Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire on 23rd October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Soar.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Black Brook at Shepshed rose 0.76m, peaking at 0.99m, while the River Soar at Littlethorpe climbed 0.40m.
Environment Agency advice issued
There is no longer a threat of flooding. Further rainfall is forecast but no further flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepshed | Black Brook | +0.76m | 0.99m |
| Littlethorpe | River Soar | +0.40m | 1.14m |
| Sileby | Sileby Brook | +0.34m | 0.58m |
| Whitwick | Grace Dieu Brook | +0.31m | 0.48m |
| Loughborough | Wood Brook | +0.19m | 0.26m |
| Pillings Lock | River Soar | +0.14m | 1.15m |
| Rothley | Rothley Brook | +0.12m | 0.32m |
| Kegworth | River Soar | +0.09m | 0.58m |