A Flood Warning was issued for Lee's Bridge at Astley Bridge Central in Bolton on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Lee's Bridge (unnamed) watercourse.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Irwell at Pioneer Mills rose 2.87m, peaking at 3.25m, while the River Irwell at Kearsley climbed 2.39m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on Saturday 24 October . Locations most affected will be Old Road, Blackburn Road, Seymour Road, Greenwood Vale and Viola Street in Sharples We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Mills | River Irwell | +2.87m | 3.25m |
| Kearsley | River Irwell | +2.39m | 3.32m |
| Bessy Brook | Bessy Brook | +1.52m | 1.62m |
| Bury Ground | River Irwell | +1.09m | 1.47m |
| Horwich Pearl Brook | Pearl Brook | +0.85m | 1.17m |
| Farnworth | River Croal | +0.68m | 0.82m |
| Threadfold Way | Eagley Brook | +0.60m | 0.86m |
| Walkden The Reach | Whittle Brook | +0.55m | 0.73m |
| Atherton Shakerley Road | Shakerley Brook | +0.55m | 0.75m |
| Atherton Woodland Drive | Carr Brook | +0.32m | 0.51m |