A Flood Warning was issued for Groundwater flooding in the Bourne Valley - The Winterbournes in Hampshire, Wiltshire on 24th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the Groundwater.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Groundwater Level at Homington rose 1.59m, peaking at 73.76m, while the Groundwater Level at Windwhistle climbed 1.13m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Salisbury Plain are high. Areas that could be affected include: Winterbourne Gunner, Winterbourne Dauntsey, Winterbourne Earls and Laverstock . The groundwater level at the Clarendon borehole is at 73.98m, and remains reactive to further rainfall. High groundwater levels will influence the level of the River Bourne as well, increasing the risk of fluvial flooding. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience in
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Homington | Groundwater Level | +1.59m | 73.76m |
| Windwhistle | Groundwater Level | +1.13m | 80.40m |
| Odstock | Groundwater Level | +0.59m | 64.77m |
| Everleigh | Groundwater Level | +0.27m | 132.74m |
| Queen Manor Farm | Groundwater Level | +0.23m | 71.17m |
| Stoford Cross | Groundwater Level | +0.16m | 71.54m |
| Chitterne Down | Groundwater Level | +0.10m | 101.25m |
| Clarendon | Groundwater Level | +0.09m | 74.06m |
| Hazelberry Plantation | Groundwater Level | +0.09m | 126.97m |