A Flood Warning was issued for Groundwater flooding for the Wylye Valley at Wilton in Wiltshire on 12th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Groundwater.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Groundwater Level at Woodyates rose 1.05m, peaking at 97.65m, while the Groundwater Level at Windwhistle climbed 0.99m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Groundwater levels in Salisbury Plain are beginning to fall but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Wilton. The groundwater level at Stoford Cross borehole has fallen to 68.51m. We have had a period of drier weather, but the forecast is unsettled for the coming days which may cause falling levels to rise. 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. Properties may experience flooding in cellars in affected areas. Flooding of ro
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodyates | Groundwater Level | +1.05m | 97.65m |
| Windwhistle | Groundwater Level | +0.99m | 71.10m |
| Odstock | Groundwater Level | +0.73m | 59.82m |
| Homington | Groundwater Level | +0.72m | 65.51m |
| Stoford Cross | Groundwater Level | +0.60m | 68.82m |
| Clarendon | Groundwater Level | +0.43m | 72.27m |
| Oakley Industrial Estate | Groundwater Level | +0.41m | 91.67m |
| Chitterne Down | Groundwater Level | +0.33m | 98.63m |
| Queen Manor Farm | Groundwater Level | +0.25m | 70.04m |