A Flood Alert was issued for River Maun in Nottinghamshire in Nottinghamshire between 26th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Maun.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Greet at Southwell rose 1.06m, peaking at 1.34m, while the River Meden at Mansfield Pleasley climbed 0.96m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 28 February 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around Mansfield, the Sherwood Forest Caravan Park at Clipstone, Edwinstowe, Ollerton, Whitewater Lane at Whitewater Bridge and West Drayton. River levels at Whitewater Bridge Gauge are falling but remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 17:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwell | River Greet | +1.06m | 1.34m |
| Mansfield Pleasley | River Meden | +0.96m | 1.90m |
| Whitewater Bridge | River Maun | +0.84m | 1.19m |
| Twyford Bridge | River Poulter | +0.74m | 1.97m |
| Mansfield The Dykes | River Maun | +0.70m | 1.01m |
| Church Warsop | River Meden | +0.50m | 0.86m |
| Perlethorpe | River Meden | +0.49m | 1.25m |
| Field Mill | River Maun | +0.46m | 1.15m |
| Ordsall | River Idle | +0.44m | 0.97m |
| Worksop | River Ryton | +0.27m | 0.64m |