A Flood Warning was issued for Groundwater flooding for the Bere Stream at Bere Regis in Dorset Council on 4th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Groundwater.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Groundwater Level at Ridge Way rose 1.62m, peaking at 79.84m, while the Groundwater Level at Delcombe Wood climbed 1.23m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset have peaked and are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Bere Regis. The groundwater level at Delcombe Wood borehole is currently 141.76m, and is expected to remain high. We have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into the weekend. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Re
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridge Way | Groundwater Level | +1.62m | 79.84m |
| Delcombe Wood | Groundwater Level | +1.23m | 139.33m |
| Iwerne Hill Farm | Groundwater Level | +1.07m | 111.77m |
| Dickley Down | Groundwater Level | +0.83m | 162.03m |
| Badbury Rings | Groundwater Level | +0.71m | 36.80m |
| Bank Barrow | Groundwater Level | +0.66m | 53.91m |
| Doles Ash | Groundwater Level | +0.47m | 121.70m |
| Horton Inn | Groundwater Level | +0.33m | 41.65m |
| Ashmore | Groundwater Level | +0.22m | 134.66m |
| Ashton Farm | Groundwater Level | +0.06m | 71.16m |