A Flood Alert was issued for River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to and including Oxford in Oxfordshire between 25th February 2026 and 6th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Cherwell, Woodeaton Brook, Bayswater Brook, Marston Brook, Peasmoor Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Thames at Godstow Lock rose 2.98m, peaking at 2.77m, while the River Thames at Kings Lock climbed 2.47m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels may lead to flooding. River levels are high on the River Cherwell. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 6 March 2026, including areas around Kidlington and Thrupp. The forecast is for rain from this afternoon and overnight into tomorrow morning. Dry conditions return tomorrow afternoon. River levels are falling steadily, and are expected to continue falling over the coming days. Levels remain 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 Lev
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Godstow Lock | River Thames | +2.98m | 2.77m |
| Kings Lock | River Thames | +2.47m | 2.57m |
| Banbury | River Cherwell | +0.98m | 0.59m |
| Kings Mill | River Cherwell | +0.74m | 1.80m |
| Thrupp | River Cherwell | +0.56m | 2.39m |
| Islip | River Ray | +0.55m | 8.41m |
| Oxford Botanical Gardens | River Cherwell | +0.47m | 5.41m |
| Heyford Bridge | River Cherwell | +0.27m | 1.27m |
| Cassington Weir A | River Evenlode | +0.17m | 0.71m |
| Enslow Weir A | River Cherwell | +0.13m | 0.74m |