A Flood Alert was issued for Tributaries in North Derbyshire in Derbyshire on 26th June 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bradwell Brook, Dale Brook, Tideswell Brook, Warney Brook and Bentley Brook, Press Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Drone at Dronfield Dam rose 0.41m, peaking at 0.41m, while the Holme Brook at Chesterfield Ashgate climbed 0.18m.
Environment Agency advice issued
There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. Weather conditions are expected to improve and no further flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. If you have been evacuated only return to your property once the emergency services have advised that it is safe to do so. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dronfield Dam | River Drone | +0.41m | 0.41m |
| Chesterfield Ashgate | Holme Brook | +0.18m | 0.21m |
| Dronfield | River Drone | +0.16m | 0.06m |
| Sheepbridge | River Whitting | +0.07m | 0.13m |
| Dore Twenty Well Lane | River Sheaf | +0.05m | 0.39m |