A Flood Warning was issued for River Soar at Sharnford including Croft Mill in Leicestershire on 28th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Soar.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Rothley Brook at Glenfield rose 2.25m, peaking at 2.50m, while the River Soar at Littlethorpe climbed 1.65m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . River levels at Sharnford Gauge are rising due to heavy rain. Areas most at risk are Leicester Road, Fox Hollies, Sharnbrook Gardens and Coventry Road. Sharnford, Soar Mill and Croft are also at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenfield | Rothley Brook | +2.25m | 2.50m |
| Littlethorpe | River Soar | +1.65m | 2.71m |
| South Wigston | River Sence | +1.55m | 2.77m |
| Sharnford | River Soar | +1.40m | 1.73m |
| Whetstone | Whetstone Brook | +1.37m | 1.52m |
| Nuneaton | River Anker | +1.27m | 2.04m |
| Pillings Lock | River Soar | +1.05m | 2.09m |
| Churchover | River Swift | +0.96m | 1.62m |
| Freemans Weir | River Soar | +0.42m | 0.66m |
| Leicester Tuffleys Way | Thorpe Astley Brook | +0.38m | 1.16m |