A Flood Alert was issued for River Bourne and tributaries in Hampshire, Wiltshire between 25th February 2026 and 15th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Bourne.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Groundwater Level at Clarendon rose 2.70m, peaking at 73.99m, while the Groundwater Level at Queen Manor Farm climbed 1.53m.
Environment Agency advice issued
This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at the Salisbury Bourne river gauge following the recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Aughton and Laverstock, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. No rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowi
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarendon | Groundwater Level | +2.70m | 73.99m |
| Queen Manor Farm | Groundwater Level | +1.53m | 71.07m |
| Salisbury Harnham Bridge | River Avon | +0.46m | 1.09m |
| Salisbury Ashley Road | River Avon | +0.25m | 0.80m |
| Shipton Bellinger | River Bourne | +0.18m | 0.50m |
| Amesbury | River Avon | +0.16m | 0.67m |
| Idmiston | River Bourne | +0.15m | 0.67m |
| Tidworth Manor Bridge | River Bourne | +0.10m | 0.52m |
| Salisbury Bourne | River Bourne | +0.05m | 1.52m |