A Flood Warning was issued for Bessy Brook at Lostock in Bolton on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bessy Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Atherton Lake Brook at Lilford Park, Leigh rose 1.77m, peaking at 2.09m, while the Bessy Brook at Bessy Brook climbed 1.52m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels are causing flooding today. Flooding is expected on Saturday 24 October . Locations most affected will be properties along Sudbury Drive and parts of Rumworth Road and Regent Road. We are closely monitoring the situation . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilford Park, Leigh | Atherton Lake Brook | +1.77m | 2.09m |
| Bessy Brook | Bessy Brook | +1.52m | 1.62m |
| Horwich Pearl Brook | Pearl Brook | +0.85m | 1.17m |
| Howe Bridge | Atherton Lake Brook | +0.79m | 0.89m |
| First Avenue | Borsdane Brook | +0.69m | 0.98m |
| Farnworth | River Croal | +0.68m | 0.82m |
| Threadfold Way | Eagley Brook | +0.60m | 0.86m |
| Atherton Shakerley Road | Shakerley Brook | +0.55m | 0.75m |
| Romford Street, Hindley | Borsdane Brook | +0.46m | 0.67m |
| Atherton Woodland Drive | Carr Brook | +0.32m | 0.51m |