A Flood Alert was issued for River Trent in Derbyshire in Derby, Derbyshire, Leicestershire between 13th and 15th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Trent.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Trent at Willington rose 1.24m, peaking at 2.70m, while the River Trent at Colwick climbed 1.08m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Willington, Ingleby, Barrow upon Trent, Swarkestone, the B5008 at Willington, the access frontage at Swarkestone, the A5132 between Willington and Barrow, and Meadow Lane, Bargate Lane, and the access roads to Willington Meadows, the Twyford Village access road, Church Lane at Barrow, and Ingleby Lane. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Light rainfall is forecast today and tomorrow. River levels at the Wi
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willington | River Trent | +1.24m | 2.70m |
| Colwick | River Trent | +1.08m | 2.65m |
| Egginton | Egginton Brook | +0.91m | 1.19m |
| Shardlow | River Trent | +0.88m | 1.89m |
| Drakelow | River Trent | +0.82m | 2.20m |
| Clifton Bridge | River Trent | +0.74m | 2.01m |
| Kings Bromley | River Trent | +0.71m | 1.55m |
| Church Wilne | River Derwent | +0.59m | 1.40m |
| Derby City | River Derwent | +0.50m | 1.21m |
| Derby Bridge Street | Markeaton Brook | +0.29m | 1.17m |