A Flood Alert was issued for River Evenlode from Moreton in Marsh to Cassington and also the River Glyme at Wootton and Woodstock in Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Warwickshire between 25th February 2026 and 4th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Evenlode, River Glyme.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Evenlode at Shipton rose 0.76m, peaking at 1.87m, while the River Evenlode at Evenlode Bridge climbed 0.66m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels may lead to flooding. River levels are high, but falling, on the River Glyme. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 4 March 2026, especially in the Woodstock area. The forecast is to remain dry today and for the next few days. Levels on the River Evenlode have fallen below the flood risk threshold. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River levels online for updates on current river levels. This message will be updated by 12.00 on 5 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shipton | River Evenlode | +0.76m | 1.87m |
| Evenlode Bridge | River Evenlode | +0.66m | 1.39m |
| Bourton Dickler | River Dikler | +0.35m | 0.44m |
| Witney | River Windrush | +0.27m | 1.56m |
| Worsham | River Windrush | +0.26m | 1.25m |
| Woodstock | River Glyme | +0.21m | 0.83m |
| Moreton | River Evenlode | +0.18m | 0.37m |
| Cassington Weir B | River Evenlode | +0.17m | 0.81m |
| Cassington Weir A | River Evenlode | +0.15m | 0.71m |
| Enslow Weir A | River Cherwell | +0.08m | 0.74m |