A Flood Warning was issued for Rivers Wreake and Soar for riverside properties near Syston and Birstall in Leicester, Leicestershire between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Wreake.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Rothley Brook at Rothley rose 1.86m, peaking at 2.22m, while the River Wreake at Frisby on the Wreake climbed 1.82m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are properties at Ashmead Crescent, Wanlip Road, Fosse Way, Mill Lane, Meadow Lane, and Watermead Country Park. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rothley | Rothley Brook | +1.86m | 2.22m |
| Frisby on the Wreake | River Wreake | +1.82m | 2.57m |
| Syston | River Wreake | +1.50m | 3.16m |
| Melton Park | River Wreake | +1.44m | 2.40m |
| Sileby | Sileby Brook | +1.19m | 1.55m |
| Rearsby | Rearsby Brook | +0.80m | 0.99m |
| Leicester Cannock Street | Melton Brook | +0.70m | 1.04m |
| Leicester Ash Street | Willow Brook | +0.62m | 1.06m |
| Syston Town | Barkby Brook | +0.46m | 0.63m |
| Spinney Hill Park | Evington Brook | +0.43m | 0.65m |