A Flood Warning was issued for Rothley Brook at Glenfield and Anstey in Leicester, Leicestershire between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Rothley Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Rothley Brook at Glenfield rose 2.82m, peaking at 2.50m, while the Rothley Brook at Rothley climbed 1.86m.
Environment Agency advice issued
River levels are falling but are still high. Flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are West Street, Farmstead Close, Station Road, Main Street, Leicester Road and Cropston Road. Glenfield and Anstey are also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 AM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenfield | Rothley Brook | +2.82m | 2.50m |
| Rothley | Rothley Brook | +1.86m | 2.22m |
| Newtown Linford | River Lin | +1.51m | 2.46m |
| Syston | River Wreake | +1.50m | 3.16m |
| QUORN, MEMORIAL GARDENS | Quorn Brook | +1.04m | 1.30m |
| Leicester Cannock Street | Melton Brook | +0.70m | 1.04m |
| Leicester Ash Street | Willow Brook | +0.62m | 1.06m |
| Spinney Hill Park | Evington Brook | +0.43m | 0.65m |
| Freemans Weir | River Soar | +0.42m | 0.66m |
| Leicester Tuffleys Way | Thorpe Astley Brook | +0.40m | 1.16m |