A Flood Warning was issued for River Soar at Zouch Island in Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire between 28th February 2026 and 3rd March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Soar.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Soar at Littlethorpe rose 1.65m, peaking at 2.71m, while the Grace Dieu Brook at Whitwick climbed 1.56m.
Environment Agency advice issued
River levels at Kegworth Gauge have peaked and now slowly falling, no further rise is forecasted. Areas most at risk are Main Street, Upper Holme and Lower Holme on Zouch Island. No further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 14:00 on 03 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Littlethorpe | River Soar | +1.65m | 2.71m |
| Whitwick | Grace Dieu Brook | +1.56m | 1.71m |
| Shepshed | Black Brook | +1.37m | 2.18m |
| Shardlow | River Trent | +1.32m | 2.70m |
| Pillings Lock | River Soar | +1.09m | 2.09m |
| QUORN, MEMORIAL GARDENS | Quorn Brook | +1.04m | 1.30m |
| Church Wilne | River Derwent | +0.92m | 1.89m |
| Loughborough | Wood Brook | +0.74m | 0.87m |
| Kegworth | River Soar | +0.68m | 1.26m |
| Freemans Weir | River Soar | +0.42m | 0.66m |