A Flood Warning was issued for Skirden Beck and Kirk Beck at Bolton by Bowland in Lancashire on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Kirk Beck, Skirden Beck.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Ribble at Low Moor rose 1.98m, peaking at 2.57m, while the River Ribble at Arnford Weir climbed 1.39m.
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 Skirden Beck and Kirk Beck at Bolton by Bowland, Main Street and Hellifield Road areas We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low Moor | River Ribble | +1.98m | 2.57m |
| Arnford Weir | River Ribble | +1.39m | 1.81m |
| Henthorn | River Ribble | +1.35m | 1.92m |
| Hodder Place | River Hodder | +1.28m | 1.85m |
| Bolton by Bowland Hellifield rd | Kirk Beck | +0.82m | 0.91m |
| Sabden Bridge | Sabden Brook | +0.36m | 0.60m |
| Waterloo Road | Mearley Brook | +0.30m | 0.45m |
| Pimlico Brook | Pimlico Brook | +0.27m | 0.39m |
| Hellifield | Hellifield Beck | +0.26m | 0.54m |
| Chatburn Pendle Avenue | hey | +0.13m | 0.18m |