A Flood Warning was issued for Groundwater flooding for the Ebble Valley in Wiltshire on 9th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Groundwater.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Groundwater Level at Windwhistle rose 1.35m, peaking at 72.46m, while the Groundwater Level at Woodyates climbed 1.19m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase remain high. Areas that could be affected include: the area of the Ebble Valley. The groundwater level at the Down Barn borehole is at 66.01m. The levels are starting to starting to fall slowly. Rainfall is forecast later this week. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Flooding of roads is expected, take particular care when driving, both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others. We a
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windwhistle | Groundwater Level | +1.35m | 72.46m |
| Woodyates | Groundwater Level | +1.19m | 98.84m |
| Homington | Groundwater Level | +1.08m | 66.59m |
| Odstock | Groundwater Level | +0.89m | 60.71m |
| The Terraces Fonthill | Groundwater Level | +0.78m | 113.92m |
| Oakley Industrial Estate | Groundwater Level | +0.57m | 92.24m |
| Stoford Cross | Groundwater Level | +0.54m | 69.35m |
| Clarendon | Groundwater Level | +0.46m | 72.73m |
| Horton Inn | Groundwater Level | +0.32m | 41.11m |
| Queen Manor Farm | Groundwater Level | +0.28m | 70.33m |