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Mowthorpe Flooding

North Yorkshire • Live river level monitoring on Sea Cut
1 monitoring station
1 river
7 warning areas
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Flood risk in Mowthorpe today: Normal

No official flood warning is active nearby and the closest river stations are within normal ranges.

Updated 2026-08-24 00:12:54 UTC · Official GOV.UK warnings · Flood preparation & help guide

About Mowthorpe
Mowthorpe
Village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England

Terrington is a village and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the Howardian Hills, 4 miles (6.4 km) west of Malton.

Source: Wikipedia
Flood Contacts
Floodline 24hr
0345 988 1188
Emergency
999
Sea Cut 1 station
Mowthorpe ▬ Steady
23 Aug 23:45 • High: 3.00m
-0.02m
Recent Flood Events
26 Mar 2026 10:20 Warning no longer in force
Upper River Ouse
26 Mar 2026 08:55 Flood alert
Upper River Ouse
25 Mar 2026 19:59 Flood alert
Upper River Ouse
25 Mar 2026 19:54 Warning no longer in force
Lower River Ure
25 Mar 2026 19:50 Warning no longer in force
River Ure at Boroughbridge Camping and Caravanning Site
25 Mar 2026 16:14 Flood Alert
Upper River Ouse
Useful Links
Flood Monitoring in Mowthorpe

Mowthorpe is monitored by 1 Environment Agency river level station on the Sea Cut, in North Yorkshire. Water levels are updated every 15 minutes, providing real-time flood monitoring for the area.

Monitoring Stations

The Sea Cut is monitored by 1 station (Mowthorpe). Each station records water levels continuously, with data synced to FloodRadar every 5 minutes.

Flood Warning Areas

There are 7 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 10km of Mowthorpe. When the EA issues a flood warning for any of these areas, it will appear on this page. These include: Properties in Mowthorpe and Scalby at risk from Sea Cut and in Newby from Newby Beck and Sea Cut; Properties in East and West Ayton, including Carr Lane, Main Street, Garth End Road and Hall Garth Lane; Properties adjacent to Peasholm Gap and along Royal Albert Drive; Scarborough Spa and Bandstand at Cleveland Way.

Sewage Discharge Monitoring

There are 5 storm overflows within 5km of Mowthorpe. None are currently discharging. Enable "Sewage" on the map above to see their locations.

What To Do During A Flood

If flooding is forecast in Mowthorpe, call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 for the latest information. Move valuables upstairs, turn off gas and electricity if safe to do so, and avoid walking or driving through flood water. Sign up for flood warnings on any station page above to receive email alerts when water levels rise. For emergency numbers, a preparation checklist and insurance guidance, see our flood help & preparation guide.

Recorded floods near Mowthorpe

Floods whose mapped extent (EA Recorded Flood Outlines) reached within ~5 km of the town centre — most recent first. See them on the map →

  • 2020-02-15 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Dennis (river)
  • 2020-02-15 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Dennis (river)
  • 2020-02-15 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Dennis (river)
  • 2020-02-15 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Dennis (river)
  • 2020-02-15 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Dennis (river)
  • 2020-02-08 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Ciara (river)
  • 2020-02-08 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Ciara (river)
  • 2020-02-08 — 2020 February Flood Incident - Storm Ciara (river)
  • 2000-10-30 — Autumn 2000 Event (river)
  • 2000-10-30 — Autumn 2000 Event (river)
  • 2000-10-30 — Autumn 2000 Event (river)
  • 2000-10-30 — Autumn 2000 Event (river)

Frequently asked questions

Is there flooding in Mowthorpe today?

Current verdict: Normal. No official flood warning is active nearby and the closest river stations are within normal ranges.

Which rivers affect Mowthorpe?

Mowthorpe has river level monitoring on Sea Cut — 1 monitoring station in total.

How do I check official flood warnings for Mowthorpe?

Use the GOV.UK Check for Flooding service (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk) or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 (24 hours). You can also set up free FloodRadar email or browser alerts from any station page above.

What should I do during a flood warning?

Follow official advice: move valuables and vehicles to safety, never walk or drive through flood water, turn off gas and electricity if safe, and check on vulnerable neighbours. See our flood preparation guide at floodradar.co.uk/flood-help.

Has Mowthorpe flooded before?

Yes — the Environment Agency's Recorded Flood Outlines dataset shows 11 recorded flood extents around the town centre since 1946, most recently in 2020. Absence of a record does not mean a place has never flooded. See the flood history link below.

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