Flood Alert Info - Cuckmere River
Area Description
Cuckmere River and tributaries from Vines Cross to Exceat Bridge.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2024 08:46
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River in Alfriston remains higher than normal following Wednesday's rain, however, river levels have fallen significantly. Only isolated showers are predicted Friday and Saturday. River levels will continue to fall. In Alfriston, minor flood impacts affecting River Lane, The Old Clergy House, Deans Place Hotel, North Street and Willows Car Park will continue to ease Friday, with the river returning nearer to a normal level by Sunday. In Hellingly, the rivers have already fallen significantly and no flood impacts are expected. On Sunday 01/12/2024, another 10-20mm of rain is forecast. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are expected to rise again, although currently not thought to rise as high. However, minor flood impacts are again possible in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Plan to avoid driving on routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will re-issue this Flood Alert if new instances of property flooding are thought possible.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 12:10
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River in Alfriston is high but falling, following Wednesdays rain. Very little rain is expected until Sunday 01/12/2024. Flood impacts may continue to affect fields, rural roads, and gardens. Including River Lane, The Old Clergy House, and Deans Place Hotel, as well as North Street and Willows Car Park, Alfriston. The river level should return to normal from 22:00 on 28/11/2024. In Hellingly, the Bull River and the Cuckmere River have returned to normal. Plan to avoid driving on routes susceptible to flooding, including North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 29/11/2024
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 14:01
Cuckmere River
The Bull River in Hellingly and the Cuckmere River in Alfriston are high and rising, following Wednesday morning's rain. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, and gardens. Including on Mill Lane, Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. Flood water will continue to be very close to properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 20:00 27/11/2024 flood water will also be close to properties in Alfriston, affecting River Lane, The Old Clergy House, and Deans Place Hotel, as well as North Street and Willows Car Park, Alfriston. Minimal rainfall is predicted Wednesday afternoon, through to Saturday. The Bull River in Hellingly should begin to fall by 20:00 27/11/2024, returning to normal by midday Thursday. In Alfriston, river levels will not begin to fall until 10:00 28/11/2024. Plan to avoid driving on routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 28/11/2024
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 18:04
Cuckmere River
Between 15 and 30mm of rain is forecast through the early hours of Wednesday. There remains uncertainty, but if as much rain falls as predicted, flooding could be possible. From 04:00 27/11/2024 minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads, and gardens of properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 08:00 27/11/2024 flood impacts could also affect gardens of Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 12:00 27/11/2024 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Almost no rainfall is predicted Wednesday afternoon, through to the weekend. The rivers in Hellingly should begin to fall by 18:00 27/11/2024, returning to normal by Thursday morning. In Alfriston, river levels will not begin to fall until Thursday. Plan to avoid driving on routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 16:00 27/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 07:59
Cuckmere River
Most rain passed to the east overnight. Less than 10mm of rain fell on the Cuckmere. River levels are still rising a little, but have not risen significantly. Property flooding is no longer thought possible. Our river level station near Cowbeech has already peaked. The Bull River through Hellingly could continue rising until 11:00 17/10/2024 but only minor flooding affecting fields, rural roads and isolated gardens is expected. River levels in Alfriston could continue rising until 23:00 17/10/2024, but again only minor flooding affecting fields, rural roads and isolated gardens is expected. Only isolated showers are forecast Thursday and Friday. River levels should return near to normal Friday 18/10/2024. A band of rain Saturday could potentially increase flood risk again. Plan to avoid driving routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 19:00 17/10/2024
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 17:16
Cuckmere River
15-20mm of rain is forecast Wednesday evening. There remains uncertainty in location, but if as much rain falls as predicted, flooding could be possible. From 22:00 16/10/2024 flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 02:00 17/10/2024 flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and gardens of properties on those roads. From 08:00 17/10/2024 flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only isolated showers are forecast Thursday and Friday. River levels should begin to fall by 11:00 17/10/2024 in Hellingly, and 21:00 17/10/2024 in Alfriston. River levels could end up higher than Monday (14/10/2024), and will not return to normal until Friday. Plan to avoid driving routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 19:00 17/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2024 08:31
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Alfriston is still high, but is now slowly falling following Tuesday's rain. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, gardens, and roads, including North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. In Hellingly, the Bull River in particular remains higher than normal, but has already fallen significantly. Only minimal flood impacts are expected in Hellingly, affecting fields and roads. A few scattered showers are possible Thursday, but very little rainfall is forecast for the rest of the week and through the weekend. All rivers will continue to fall. The Cuckmere River in Alfriston should return nearer to a normal level by Friday afternoon (11/10/2024). Please plan to avoid driving on routes susceptible to flooding, including North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 11/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 12:47
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high following intense rain on Tuesday evening. In Hellingly, flooding is expected to continue to affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road. The Cuckmere River at Cowbeech has already fallen significantly, flood impacts on Mill Lane, Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm should reduce. Flooding is also expected to continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Scattered showers are possible Wednesday, but with very little rainfall through to the weekend. The Bull River in Hellingly should begin to fall by 14:00 09/10/2024, and return nearer to a normal level by Thursday evening. The Cuckmere River in Alfriston should begin to fall by 23:00 09/10/2024, but could remain higher than normal until Friday. Please plan to avoid driving on routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 10/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2024 23:25
Cuckmere River
20mm of rain, or an average week's rainfall has fallen in only one hour on Tuesday evening. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are expected to rise Wednesday morning. From 01:00 09/10/2024, flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 04:00 09/10/2024 flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and may approach properties on those roads. From 14:00 09/10/2024 flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Scattered showers are possible overnight. Less rain is expected Wednesday to Saturday. The river should begin to fall by 12:00 09/10/2024 in Hellingly, and 23:00 09/10/2024 in Alfriston, but will likely remain higher than normal until Thursday. Plan to avoid driving on routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 09/10/2024
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 07:50
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Alfriston remains very high, but is now slowly falling. Through Tuesday, flooding will continue to affect fields, roads and gardens, including North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly has already fallen significantly. The Bull River through Hellingly remains higher than normal, with flood impacts likely affecting fields and roads. A small amount of rain (5mm) could be possible Tuesday afternoon, but this should not cause river levels to rise significantly. Only isolated showers are forecast for the rest of the week. Flood impacts in Hellingly should ease by Tuesday afternoon. In Alfriston, flood impacts could continue until Wednesday afternoon. However, another area of low pressure is forecast this weekend, which could cause flood risk to return. Plan to avoid routes vulnerable to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 02/10/2024
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 09:03
Cuckmere River
20mm of rain fell on Monday morning, nearly half a month's worth in a short period. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. From 08:30 30/09/2024, flood water will affect fields, rural roads, and gardens of properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 14:00 30/09/2024, flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and approach properties on those roads too. From 16:00 30/09/2024, flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only isolated showers are forecast for the rest of the week. The river should begin to fall by 17:00 30/09/2024 in Hellingly, and 08:00 01/10/2024 in Alfriston, returning to normal by Wednesday morning. River levels could end up similar to, or maybe a little higher than last week. Plan to avoid routes vulnerable to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 01/10/2024
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2024 13:42
Cuckmere River
Rain is forecast between 17:00 29/09/2024 and 09:00 30/09/2024. If as much rain falls as predicted, flooding could be possible. From 06:00 30/09/2024, flooding could affect fields, rural roads and gardens. If more rain occurs than predicted, water could approach properties on Mill Lane Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 11:00 30/09/2024, flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. From 18:00 30/09/2024, flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. After the rain clears on Monday morning, only isolated showers are forecast for the rest of the week. The river should begin to fall by 14:00 30/09/2024 in Hellingly, and 05:00 01/10/2024 in Alfriston, returning to normal by Wednesday. River levels could end up similar to the past week. Plan to avoid routes vulnerable to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 30/09/2024
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2024 11:17
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Alfriston remains high following Friday's rain, but is now falling. Flood impacts will continue to affect fields, gardens and roads including North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The Bull River through Hellingly has fallen further, but is still higher than normal and minor impacts will continue to affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly has already returned nearer to normal. Saturday will be mostly dry, allowing the rivers to fall, returning to normal by Saturday afternoon in Hellingly and by Sunday afternoon in Alfriston. More rain is forecast on Sunday evening into Monday 30/09/2024. A month's worth of rain may fall within 24 hours, which will increase flood risk and make property flooding possible. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 15:00 on 29/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 10:21
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising, following 20mm of rain in only a few hours on Friday morning. Flood impacts are expected on Mill Lane Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 11:00 on 27/09/2024, flooding could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and gardens in those locations. From 14:00 on 27/09/2024, flooding could also affect fields, gardens and roads near North Street and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only isolated showers are forecast on Friday afternoon and Saturday. The rivers should begin to fall by 17:00 on 27/09/2024 in Hellingly, and 06:00 on 28/09/2024 in Alfriston, and should return to normal by Saturday afternoon in Hellingly, and Sunday morning in Alfriston. More rain is forecast on Sunday evening into Monday 30/09/2024, which could again make property flooding possible. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 28/09/2024
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 19:29
Cuckmere River
Uncertainty remains in the forecast, but persistent rain is possible early on Friday morning. If as much rain falls as predicted, minor flooding could occur. From 08:00 on 27/09/2024, minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads and gardens of properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 11:00 on 27/09/2024, minor flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and gardens in those locations. From 18:00 on 27/09/2024, minor flooding could also affect fields near North Street and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Less rain is forecast on Friday afternoon and Saturday. The rivers should begin to fall by 17:00 on 27/09/2024 in Hellingly and 06:00 on 28/09/2024 in Alfriston and should return to normal by Saturday evening. River levels could be similar to those on Monday 23/09/2024. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 27/09/2024
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 10:22
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. On Sunday night more than half a month's rain has been recorded at Cowbeech (35mm). From 10:30 23/09/2024 flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens including on Station Road, Church Lane, and Church Road, Hellingly. From 17:00 23/09/2024 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only isolated showers are forecast for the rest of Monday and Tuesday. The river should begin to fall by 19:00 23/09/2024 in Hellingly, and in Alfriston by 02:00 24/09/2024, and should return to normal by Tuesday afternoon (24/09/2024). The river will be sensitive to any additional rainfall over the next few weeks. More rain is forecast on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and flood risk could return. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 24/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 6 May 2024 16:58
Cuckmere River
The Bull River through Hellingly is high and rising. Almost half a month's rain (20mm) has been recorded at Cowbeech on Monday. From 18:00 (06/05/2024) minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads, and gardens of properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Our data suggest the Cuckmere River in Hellingly is not rising as much, only minimal impacts are expected on Mill Lane, Hellingly. From 06:00 (07/05/2024) minor flooding could also affect fields and gardens near North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane in Alfriston. Rain will clear the area by 19:00 (06/05/2024), and high pressure, bringing settled and dry weather, is forecast for the next five days. River levels should begin to fall by 22:00 (06/05/2024) in Hellingly, and 10:00 (07/05/2024) in Alfriston. Returning nearer to normal by Wednesday (08/05/2024). Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 07/05/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 11:58
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. 15mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech today. From 12:00 12/03/2024, minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads, and affect gardens of properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 14:00 12/03/2024, minor flood impacts could also affect gardens on Station Road, and Church Road, Hellingly. From 17:00 12/03/2024, minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and fields in Alfriston. The rain should clear by 14:00 12/03/2024. Only isolated showers are then forecast Wednesday to Saturday afternoon 16/03/2024. The river should begin to fall by 23:00 12/03/2024 in Hellingly. In Alfriston, river levels might not fall until 08:00 13/03/2024. River levels could end up similar to early March. Please plan to avoid driving on routes vulnerable to flooding including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 13/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 09:11
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers in Hellingly and Alfriston remain higher than normal, but are now slowly falling. Very little rain is forecast Saturday and Sunday, and the rivers should continue to fall. Minor flood impacts will likely remain Saturday, affecting fields, rural roads, and gardens of properties on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Minor flooding could also affect fields, North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Flood impacts should ease by Sunday. However, another 10-20mm of rain is forecast Monday, and river levels are expected to rise again, with further flood risk possible. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 03/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2024 17:48
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are predicted to rise. 5mm of rain has fallen in the last 24 hours, with up to another 10mm of rain forecast into Saturday morning (02/03/2024). From 19:30 on Friday 01/03/2024, minor flood impacts could affect fields, rural roads, and gardens of properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 22:30 on Friday 01/03/2024, flood impacts could also affect gardens of properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 06:00 on Saturday 02/03/2024, minor flooding could also affect fields, North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. With scattered showers through Saturday, river levels might not begin to fall until Saturday afternoon in Hellingly and Saturday evening in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 02/03/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2024 08:12
Cuckmere River
River levels in Alfriston are high and rising, following Sunday's rain. Flooding will continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Access along Litlington Road may be restricted by flood water. River levels in Hellingly are high, but are now slowly falling. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens and properties on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Only scattered showers are forecast Monday afternoon, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 29/02/2024. The Cuckmere River in Alfriston should begin to fall by 16:00 26/02/2024, but flood impacts could continue until Tuesday afternoon and not return nearer to a normal level until Thursday 29/02/2024. Rivers in Hellingly should fall nearer to normal by Wednesday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 27/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 10:32
Cuckmere River
Between 10 and 25mm of rain is forecast between 13:00 25/02/2024 and 13:00 26/02/2024. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again. From 22:00 25/02/2024 flooding will affect fields, rural roads, gardens and could approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 03:00 26/02/2024 flooding could also approach properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 09:00 26/02/2024 flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only scattered showers are forecast Monday afternoon, Tuesday and Wednesday. Rivers in Hellingly should begin to fall by 20:00 26/02/2024, but not until 10:00 27/02/2024 in Alfriston. River levels should return nearer to normal by Wednesday evening. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 26/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 08:45
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly have returned nearer to normal following Thursday's rain. In Alfriston, river levels have fallen significantly, but remain higher than normal. Only minimal flood impacts are expected to be currently affecting gardens, fields and rural roads on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Minor flooding affecting fields, gardens, North Street, Willows Car Park, and River Lane in Alfriston will continue Saturday. The rivers should continue to fall Saturday, but as scattered showers are forecast Saturday, the rivers could rise a small amount at times. No more than minor flood impacts are expected. Widespread rain is possible Sunday afternoon through to Monday afternoon. The river is expected to rise again and property flooding is possible in all communities Sunday or Monday 26/02/2024. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 16:00 25/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 07:47
Cuckmere River
River levels are high, following Thursday's rain. In Hellingly, river levels have begun to slowly fall. Minor flood impacts affecting gardens, fields and rural roads on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly should slowly ease through Friday. In Alfriston, river levels only peaked at 07:00 23/02/2024. Minor flooding affecting fields, gardens, North Street, Willows Car Park, and River Lane in Alfriston will continue Friday. Scattered showers are forecast Friday and Saturday, but it is currently thought that river levels should fall, returning nearer to normal in Hellingly by Saturday afternoon and Sunday afternoon in Alfriston. Widespread rain is possible Sunday afternoon through to Monday afternoon. The river is expected to rise again and property flooding is possible in all communities Sunday or Monday 26/02/2024. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 24/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 14:48
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. 10mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech on Thursday. From 15:30 22/02/2024 minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads and gardens on Mill Lane, Hellingly. From 18:00 22/02/2024 minor flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and gardens of properties on those roads. From 19:00 22/02/2024 minor flooding could also affect fields, gardens and roads including North Street, Willows Car Park, and River Lane in Alfriston. Another 5mm of rain could fall before the rain eases by 18:00 22/02/2024. River levels should begin to fall by 06:00 23/02/2024 in Hellingly and 18:00 23/02/2024 in Alfriston. However, scattered showers forecast Friday and Saturday, could cause some small river rise. Further rain Sunday 25/02/2024 could cause property flooding. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 23/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 11:23
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising, following 20mm of rain in the last 24 hours. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, roads, and possibly approach properties on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 13:00 on 18/02/2024, minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Sunday's rain has now cleared, allowing the river to begin to fall by Sunday evening in Hellingly. Flood impacts could remain in Alfriston for a week. Another band of rain could increase flood risk Wednesday (21/02/2024). Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 19/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 17:31
Cuckmere River
A weather front is expected to bring 10-20mm of rain Saturday evening into Sunday morning. If we receive the rain that is forecast, the Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again, and flood risk will return Sunday. From 01:00 on 18/02/2024, minor flooding will affect fields, roads, and possibly approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly. Properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly could be affected a few hours later. From 13:00 on 18/02/2024 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The rain should clear by 10:00 on 18/02/2024, allowing the river to begin to fall by Sunday evening in Hellingly. Flood impacts could remain in Alfriston for a week. Another band of rain could increase flood risk Wednesday 21/02/2024. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 15:00 on 18/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2024 09:46
Cuckmere River
The Bull River in Hellingly is falling, and will return to normal levels by Friday afternoon (16/02/2024). In Alfriston the river is slowly falling, but will remain higher than normal until next week. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens on Station Road, Church Lane, and Church Road, Hellingly. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly is slowly falling. Minor flood impacts on Mill Lane should slowly ease. River levels in Alfriston will rise a small amount. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only isolated showers are forecast on Friday 16/02/2024. However, a weather front is expected to bring another 10-20mm of rain on Saturday evening into Sunday morning. Rivers will rise again, and flood risk will return on Sunday 18/02/2024. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 19:00 17/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 09:39
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high. The Bull River through Hellingly is still slowly rising. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, and gardens on Station Road, Church Lane, Church Road, Hellingly. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly is slowly falling. Minor flood impacts on Mill Lane should slowly ease. River levels in Alfriston will rise a small amount Thursday. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The Bull River in Hellingly should start to fall in Hellingly by 14:00 15/02/2024, returning nearer to normal by Friday afternoon. In Alfriston the river should fall by 22:00 15/02/2024, but will remain higher than normal until next week. More rain is possible Saturday. Rivers will rise again and flood risk will return Sunday 18/02/2024. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 16/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2024 15:54
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. 11mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech on Wednesday. More rain is forecast Wednesday evening, and the rivers could rise again. From 17:00 14/02/2024, flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Minor flood impacts could also be possible on Mill Lane, Hellingly. From 23:00 14/02/2024, flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The river should begin to fall by 10:00 15/02/2024, in Hellingly and by 18:00 15/02/2024 in Alfriston, but will be higher than normal until next week. A further 20mm of rain is possible Saturday, and rivers will rise again. We will issue a flood warning if confidence in property flooding increases. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 15/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 10:14
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers in Hellingly and Alfriston have fallen from their peak, and continue to fall, but remain higher than normal. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens. Showers are possible through the weekend. The rivers should continue to fall Saturday morning, but could rise a small amount Saturday afternoon. No new flood impacts are expected and river levels should fall again on Sunday, and return nearer to normal by Sunday afternoon. Please plan to avoid driving on flood affected routes including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 11/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 19:39
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high through Hellingly, but are slowly falling. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens. The Cuckmere River in Alfriston is high, but now also slowly falling. Minor flooding will continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Showers are possible through the weekend. The river should continue to fall in Hellingly and Alfriston. River levels should return nearer to normal by Saturday in Hellingly, but not until Sunday afternoon in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving on flood affected routes including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 10/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 07:42
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high through Hellingly, but are now slowly falling, following Thursday's rain. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens, and be close to properties on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. The Cuckmere River in Alfriston is high, but stable. Minor flooding will also continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Showers are possible Friday and through the weekend. The river should continue to fall in Hellingly, and begin to fall by 12:00 09/02/2024 in Alfriston. River levels should return nearer to normal by Saturday in Hellingly, but not until Sunday afternoon in Alfriston. Plan to avoid driving on flood affected routes including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 09/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 16:32
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high. 15mm of rain was recorded at Cowbeech Thursday morning. Another 15 to 25mm of rain is forecast between 15:00 and 23:00 08/02/2024. River levels are expected to rise again and higher. If as much rain falls as forecast, from 18:00 08/02/2024 flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 22:00 08/02/2024 flood impacts could also approach properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 23:00 08/02/2024 flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Showers are possible Friday. The river should begin to fall by 12:00 09/02/2024 in Hellingly, and Saturday in Alfriston, falling nearer to normal by Sunday. Plan to avoid driving on flood affected routes including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 09/02/2024
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 11:19
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Alfriston is high and rising, following Thursday's rain. On Friday, flooding will affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Access along Litlington Road may be restricted by flood water. Flood water will be extensive in fields and on roads. The Bull River through Hellingly is high, but now slowly falling. Flood impacts should ease on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly has already fallen significantly, only minor flood impacts are expected on Mill Lane, Hellingly. Very little rain is forecast for the next five days. The river should begin to fall in Alfriston by 16:00 05/01/2024, but flood impacts could remain until Monday. In Hellingly flood impacts should be minimal Saturday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 15:00 06/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:23
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are expected to rise Thursday afternoon. There remains uncertainty in the forecast, but between 15 and 35mm of rain is possible Thursday. From 18:00 04/01/2024 flooding could affect properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 01:00 05/01/2024 flooding could affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 06:00 05/01/2024 flooding could affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Access along Litlington Road may be restricted by flood water. Flood water will be extensive in fields and on roads. Very little rain is forecast Friday and through to next week. The river should begin to fall by 06:00 05/01/2024, in Hellingly, and 16:00 05/01/2024 in Alfriston, but flood impacts could remain until Sunday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 05/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 09:05
Cuckmere River
The Bull River through Hellingly, and the Cuckmere River through Alfriston remain high, following 30mm of rain Monday and Tuesday, but all rivers are now slowly falling. Flooding will continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park and properties of River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston and restrict access on Litlington Road until Thursday, and will remain higher than normal all week. Flood water will continue to affect fields, roads and gardens on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. On Wednesday. Flood impacts should have already reduced on Mill Lane Hellingly. Only isolated showers are forecast Wednesday. Rivers should continue to slowly fall Wednesday. The forecast for Thursday is uncertain. Another 20-30mm of rain is possible Thursday afternoon 04/01/2024, which could cause flooding to return. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 15:00 04/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 19:34
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high following 30mm of rain on Monday and Tuesday. By 21:00 02/01/2024, flood water could be very close to properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly is now slowly falling, but minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens on Mill Lane, Hellingly. Flooding will continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park and properties of River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston and restrict access on Litlington Road until Thursday. Only isolated showers are forecast Tuesday evening and Wednesday. The Bull River should fall from 03:00 03/01/2024 in Hellingly. The Cuckmere River should fall by 10:00 03/01/2024 in Alfriston. However, with another 20-30mm of rain forecast on Thursday 04/01/2024 more flooding could occur. Plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 on 03/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 10:32
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high following 15mm of rain on Monday. Another 10mm of rain is forecast on Tuesday morning (02/01/2024). Rivers will rise higher. From 12:00 02/01/2024 flooding could affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, as well as minor flooding affecting fields, rural roads and gardens on Mill Lane, Hellingly and near Grovebridge Farm. From 18:00 02/01/2024 flooding could affect North Street, Willows Car Park and properties of River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston and restrict access on Litlington Road. Tuesday's rain should ease by 13:00. The river should begin to fall by 05:00 on 03/01/2024 in Hellingly, and 17:00 on 03/01/2024 in Alfriston, but will be higher than normal all week. Another 20-30mm of rain is forecast on 04/01/2024, which could again cause flooding. Plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 22:00 on 02/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 14:07
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are forecast to rise on Monday evening. 40 to 60mm of rain is forecast between 14:00 01/01/2024 and 18:00 02/01/2024. From 23:00 01/01/2024 flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 03:00 02/01/2024 flooding could affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 06:00 02/01/2024 flooding could affect North Street, Willows Car Park and properties of River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Access along Litlington Road may be restricted by flood water. Another 20-30mm of rain is forecast on Thursday afternoon (04/01/2024). The rivers will not begin to fall until Wednesday, and will be higher than normal all week. River levels could end up similar to early December 2023. Plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 02/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 18:09
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers through Hellingly and Alfriston have fallen significantly from recent heights, but are currently rising again following Tuesday's rain. From 20:00 12/12/2023 minor flooding might affect fields and roads including Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. From 02:00 13/12/2023 minor flood impacts might affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Very little rain is forecast for the next week. River levels and flood risk will reduce from 04:00 13/12/2023 in Hellingly, but not until 15:00 Wednesday 13/12/2023 in Alfriston. River levels should return nearer to normal by Thursday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 13/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 09:20
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers through Hellingly and Alfriston have fallen significantly from recent heights. With showers forecast Tuesday, rivers are expected to rise again, but not as high as they have been the past week. From 18:00 12/12/2023 minor flooding might affect fields and roads including Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. From 22:00 minor flood impacts might affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Weak weather fronts will bring minimal amounts of drizzle Wednesday and Thursday, with dry weather through the weekend into the start of next week. Flood risk will reduce from Wednesday. River levels should return nearer to normal by Thursday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 22:00 12/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 11:19
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Alfriston and the Bull River through Hellingly are high, but both should now slowly fall following the weekend's rain. Minor flooding will continue to affect gardens on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Flood water will also continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Monday (11/12/2023) will stay dry. A band of rain at 05:00 on Tuesday 12/12/2023 will be followed by showers. Up to 20mm of rain could be possible. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again on Tuesday morning. If the showers occur in the local area, river levels might again rise as high as recent days, with minor flood impacts possible. A period of more settled and dry weather could be possible at the end of the week, allowing river levels to fall. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 12/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 08:51
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Alfriston and the Bull River through Hellingly are high but now slowly falling following Saturday's rain. Flooding will continue to affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Flood water will also continue to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Showers midday Sunday could cause another brief river rise, but should not cause further property flooding. Rivers in Hellingly should temporarily return nearer to normal by Monday. In Alfriston, the Cuckmere could remain high all week. Another 10-20mm of rain on Tuesday 12/12/2023 could increase flood risk again. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 11/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 20:04
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Alfriston and the Bull River through Hellingly are high and rising following Saturday's rain. Flooding will continue to affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. From 22:00 09/12/2023 flood water could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Saturday night should remain dry. The river should begin to fall by 23:00 09/12/2023 in Hellingly, but not until 11:00 10/12/2023 in Alfriston. Showers midday Sunday could cause another brief river rise. Another 10-20mm of rain on Tuesday 12/12/2023 could increase flood risk again. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 10/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 08:33
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. 15mm of rain has been recorded on Saturday, at Cowbeech. From 09:00 09/12/2023 minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens on Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 13:00 09/12/2023 flood water could approach properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 16:00 09/12/2023 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Rain should clear from 12:00 09/12/2023, with only isolated showers on Sunday and Monday. The river should begin to fall by 23:00 09/12/2023 in Hellingly, but not until 11:00 10/12/2023 in Alfriston. River levels should not get quite as high as they were at the start of the week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 22:00 09/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 09:14
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high, but now slowly falling in Alfriston following Monday’s rain. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect gardens, fields, roads including North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane Alfriston. The Bull River also remains high in Hellingly, where fields gardens and roads near Station Road and Church Lane will continue to be affected by flood water. Tuesday and Wednesday 06/12/2023 are forecast to be largely dry, which will allow river levels to continue to fall. River levels should be nearer to normal by Wednesday. However, Thursday is predicted to be wet. The river will rise again. Current forecasts are of between 10 and 40mm of rain. The lower amount will cause minor flood impacts. If we receive the higher rainfall amount property flooding could be possible. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 20:00 05/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 08:15
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. In the last 24 hours,30mm has been recorded at Cowbeech. This is a large amount of rain in a short period of time. From 07:30 04/12/2023 flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. Light rain is expected into Tuesday afternoon. The river should begin to fall by Tuesday evening, and should return to normal from Wednesday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 05/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2023 09:46
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston are slowly starting to rise following Saturday morning's rain (18/11/2023). Only minimal flood impacts affecting fields and rural roads are currently expected in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Showers are forecast for Sunday (19/11/2023), with more rain (5-10mm) forecast for Monday (20/11/2023). The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again. Property flooding could be possible in both Hellingly and Alfriston. In Alfriston, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 19/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 09:58
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston slowly rose following 10mm of rainfall on Thursday morning (16/11/2023). The river has now peaked in Hellingly and in Alfriston. Only minimal flood impacts affecting fields and rural roads are currently expected in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Friday (17/11/2023) is expected to remain dry. However, more rain (10-15mm) is forecast for Saturday (18/11/2023). The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again. Property flooding could be possible in both Hellingly and Alfriston on Saturday afternoon, if the maximum rainfall forecast occurs. In Alfriston, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 18/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 14:04
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston are slowly starting to rise following 10mm of rainfall this morning (Thursday 16/11/2023). Rain should clear by late afternoon. The river should peak by about 01:00 on Friday 17/11/2023 in Hellingly, and 13:00 on Friday 17/11/2023 in Alfriston. Only minimal flood impacts affecting fields and rural roads are currently expected in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Friday is expected to remain dry. However, more rain (20-25mm) is forecast for Saturday (18/11/2023). The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again. Property flooding could be possible in both Hellingly and Alfriston on Saturday afternoon, if the maximum rainfall forecast occurs. In Alfriston, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 17/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 18:10
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston have been steadily falling since Tuesday evening. Only minimal flood impacts affecting fields and rural roads are currently expected. Wednesday 15/11/2023 has been dry, allowing river levels in Hellingly to fall a little further. In Alfriston, river levels have been falling since Wednesday morning's high tide. However a lot of rain is forecast for Thursday (25-30mm, nearly a third of a month's rain) with more rain Saturday (10-20mm). The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again, property flooding is possible in both Hellingly (from 09:00 16/11/2023) and Alfriston (from 16:00 16/11/2023). In Alfriston, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 18:00 16/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 08:55
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston have been steadily falling since Tuesday evening. Only minimal flood impacts affecting fields and rural roads are currently expected. Wednesday 15/11/2023 should be mostly dry, river levels in Hellingly will fall a little further. In Alfriston, river levels are currently stable, but should fall on Wednesday afternoon, after Wednesday morning's high tide. However a lot of rain is forecast for Thursday (25-30mm, nearly a third of a month's rain) with more rain Saturday (10-20mm). The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will rise again, property flooding is possible in both Hellingly and Alfriston. In Alfriston, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 16/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 18:35
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and slowly falling in Alfriston but will rise again tonight in response to today's rainfall. In Hellingly, the Bull River is rising in response to Tuesday's rain. It will continue to rise this evening before starting to fall in the early hours on Wednesday. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, and gardens, and may approach properties in Alfriston. Wednesday is expected to remain dry. Bands of rain forecast on Thursday (9-16mm) and Saturday (6-11mm) could cause rivers to rise again. In Alfriston, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 15/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 10:34
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high but slowly falling in Alfriston, following Monday's rain. In Hellingly, the Cuckmere and Bull Rivers have already fallen nearer to normal. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, and gardens in Alfriston. Blustery showers are possible on Tuesday, which could cause rivers to rise a small amount. Bands of rain on Thursday (10-15mm) and Saturday (5-10mm) could cause flood risk to return again. In Alfriston, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 19:00 14/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 18:53
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River at Alfriston and the Bull River in Hellingly are high and rising. 18mm of rain has been recorded in the last 24 hours at Cowbeech. Whilst a relatively small amount, it follows a wet four weeks. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens on Mill Lane, Hellingly, and also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, including gardens of properties on those roads. Flooding will also continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens in Alfriston. 3 to 13mm of rain could be possible on Tuesday, and potentially up to 40mm of rain on Thursday 16/11/2023, which could cause property flooding. The river should begin to fall by 23:00 13/11/2023 in Hellingly, and Tuesday afternoon in Alfriston, but will likely remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 14/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 10:39
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. 17mm of rain has been recorded on Monday morning at Cowbeech. Whilst a relatively small amount, it follows a wet four weeks. From 11:00 13/11/2023 flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens on Mill Lane, Hellingly and also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, including gardens of properties on those roads. From 14:00 13/11/2023 flooding could also affect fields, rural roads and gardens in Alfriston. A similar amount of rain could be possible Tuesday, and potentially a lot more rain (up to 40mm) on Thursday 16/11/2023, which could potentially cause property flooding. The river should begin to fall by 19:00 13/11/2023 in Hellingly and Tuesday afternoon in Alfriston but will likely remain higher than normal all week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane, Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 20:00 13/11/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2023 10:43
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
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Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2023 15:52
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
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Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2023 05:43
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
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Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 11:45
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
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Flood Alert issued on 24 Mar 2023 03:14
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
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Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2023 04:45
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
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Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2023 09:23
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
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Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2023 04:35
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
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Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2022 12:45
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
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Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2022 16:57
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. In the last 24 hours, 15mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech. Whilst only a small amount, it follows an exceptionally wet period of November 2022. Minor flood impacts are likely to be already occuring on fields, rural roads and gardens in Hellingly. River levels are predicted to continue rising Wednesday afternoon, and may approach gardens on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly from 19:00 28/12/2022. From 19:00 28/12/2022 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane, Alfriston. Only isolated showers are expected Wednesday evening and Thursday. The river should begin to fall by 02:00 29/12/2022 in Hellingly, but not until midday Thursday in Alfriston. More rain is forecast Friday, Saturday and Sunday, which will again bring a risk of property flooding. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2022 11:16
Cuckmere River
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
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Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 15:26
Cuckmere River
The Bull River is high but slowly falling, following 30mm of rain Sunday. Flooding will continue to affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Flooding is also expected to continue affecting North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. A further 10-15mm of rain is possible from 18:00 Monday 19/12/2022, through to 09:00 Tuesday 20/12/2022. Which could cause river levels to rise higher and fall later. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly is currently rising, but no more than minor flood impacts are expected on Mill Lane Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge farm. River levels could remain higher than normal all week due to unsettled weather. Plan to avoid driving on routes vulnerable to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. Between 17:00 19/12/2022 and 09:00 26/12/2022 the flood warning service is scheduled to be automated. We will be unable to update the text in this message during automation.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 08:56
Cuckmere River
The Bull River through Hellingly is high and rising, following 30mm of rain on Sunday. Property flooding is expected to affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Flooding is also expected to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. A further 5mm of rain is expected between 09:00 and 12:00 on Monday 19/12/2022, and another 15mm of rain is possible on Monday evening too. This could cause river levels to rise higher and fall later. While the Cuckmere River through Hellingly is currently falling, this additional rain could potentially cause flood impacts to again affect Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. River levels could remain higher than normal all week. Plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 16:30 on 19/12/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2022 15:52
Cuckmere River
Persistent and at times heavy rain is forecast on Sunday and Monday, potentially half a month's rain (30-60mm) could fall. Minor flood impacts are expected. If the higher amounts of rain occur, property flooding could be possible. From 22:00 on 18/12/2022, flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 04:00 on 19/12/2022, flood impacts could affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road. From 14:00 on 19/12/2022, flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Further rain predicted on Monday morning and evening could cause the Cuckmere and Bull Rivers to rise higher again. River levels could remain higher than normal all week. Plan to avoid driving routes that are vulnerable to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 19/12/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2022 09:27
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers through Hellingly, and the Cuckmere River through Alfriston are high but slowly falling, following Sunday's rain. Flood impacts will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. As well as North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Showers Monday morning are unlikely to cause significant response in river levels. From Monday afternoon high pressure is forecast to bring predominantly dry days until at least the weekend. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers will slowly fall in all communities all week. Flood impacts should reduce Tuesday, but river levels could remain higher than normal until midweek, possibly a little later in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 29/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 18:00
Cuckmere River
The Bull River through Cuckmere is high and rising, following 20mm of rain Sunday morning (27/11/2022). Flood impacts will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. More heavy rain (10-20mm) is possible between 17:00 and 23:00 Sunday evening. River levels through Hellingly could rise again, and property flooding is possible. From 21:00 on 27/11/2022 minor flood impacts could also be possible on Mill Lane Hellingly and at Grove Hill. From 01:00 on 28/11/2022 flooding will also affect North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Showers are forecast Monday, but next week should be drier. Rivers should begin to fall by midday Monday but will remain higher than normal until midweek. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 28/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 09:31
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. 20mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech Sunday morning (27/11/2022). Flood impacts will affect fields, rural roads and approach properties on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 12:00 27/11/2022 flooding will also affect North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The rainfall forecast remains uncertain. Another 10-20mm of rain could fall Sunday evening, with showers Monday too. More rain would make internal property flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston much more likely, with rivers unlikely to begin to fall until midday Monday. River levels will remain higher than normal until midweek and could reach heights of recent peaks again. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road Hellingly and North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 27/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 15:49
Cuckmere River
Persistent rain is expected between 19:00 26/11/2022 and 21:00 Sunday 27/11/2022. Up to 50mm, or nearly half a month's rain, could be possible, but exact amounts and locations remain uncertain. From 05:00 27/11/2022 flood impacts could affect fields, rural roads and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 09:00 27/11/2022, flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 18:00 27/11/2022 flooding could also affect North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. If rain continues on Sunday, property flooding is possible. River levels might not begin to fall until Monday. Next week is forecast to be drier, but river levels will be higher than normal until midweek. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane and Church Road, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 27/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 09:34
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high in Alfriston but continues to slowly fall. Minor flooding will continue to affect North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers in Hellingly have fallen significantly from their peak and only minimal flood impacts are expected in Hellingly. Very little rainfall is forecast Friday and Saturday. The Cuckmere River in Alfriston will continue to fall, but river levels are unlikely to return nearer to normal until Sunday. Another 10-30mm of rain Sunday and Monday could cause more flood risk next week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including North Street Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 19/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 18:45
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high but slowly falling in Alfriston. Flooding will continue to affect North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers in Hellingly have fallen significantly from their peak, but flooding will continue to affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly on Thursday night (17/11/2022). Flood impacts should have eased on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. Very little rainfall is forecast Friday and Saturday. In Hellingly, river levels could return nearer to normal by Friday afternoon. In Alfriston river levels are unlikely to return nearer to normal until Sunday. Another 10-30mm of rain Sunday and Monday could cause more flood risk next week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including North Street Alfriston and Church Road, Hellingly. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 18/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 09:43
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising in Alfriston. Flooding will continue to affect North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers in Hellingly are high, but now slowly falling. Flooding will continue to affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Flood impacts should soon ease on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. The river level in Alfriston should begin to fall by 15:00 Thursday 17/11/2022. Very little rainfall is forecast Thursday and Friday. In Hellingly, river levels could return nearer to normal by Friday afternoon. In Alfriston river levels are unlikely to return nearer to normal until Sunday. Another 10-30mm of rain Sunday and Monday could cause more flood risk next week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including North Street Alfriston and Church Road, Hellingly. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 on 17/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 13:01
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. Over the last day, 20mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech. Flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From Wednesday evening flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and gardens of properties on those roads. Flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. A further 20-30mm of rain is expected from Wednesday afternoon into the early hours of Thursday morning. The river level should begin to fall by Thursday morning as no further significant rain is forecast. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 17/11/22.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2022 19:24
Cuckmere River
The Bull River in Hellingly is high and rising, but should begin to fall by 22:00 15/11/2022. However, showers from 03:00 early Wednesday morning, followed by widespread rainfall Wednesday afternoon, could cause flooding. From 20:00 16/11/2022, flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm, and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 22:00 16/11/2022, flood impacts could also affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 05:00 17/11/2022, flooding could also affect North Street, Litlington Road, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Drier weather Thursday to Saturday should allow the rivers to return nearer to normal by the weekend. If we receive the maximum amounts of rain predicted, river levels could peak similar to last week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 16/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 16:17
Cuckmere River
In Alfriston, the Cuckmere River is still high. Flooding will continue to affect locations near North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel. River levels are not expected to rise much higher in Alfriston, and should begin to fall by 21:00 Wednesday 09/11/2022. However, the river will remain higher than normal until the weekend. In Hellingly, both the Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are now slowly falling, but minor flood impacts will continue to affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly until Thursday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston. The next five days are currently predicted to remain dry. However, it is suggested that unsettled weather could return next week, please remain prepared for the risk of flooding to increase again after the weekend. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 10/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 08:02
Cuckmere River
Another 20mm of rain Tuesday night has caused river levels along the Cuckmere to rise. Minor flood impacts will affect Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly on Wednesday. In Alfriston, the river could rise to again affect locations near North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, from 14:00 Wednesday 09/11/2022. River levels should begin to slowly fall in Hellingly by 16:00 on 09/11/2022, and a little earlier on Mill Lane. In Alfriston river levels might not begin to fall until the early hours of Thursday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston. The next five days are currently predicted to remain dry. Flood risk should reduce on the Cuckmere and Bull Rivers by Thursday. However, as it is suggested that unsettled weather could return next week, please remain prepared for the risk of flooding to increase again after the weekend. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 on 09/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 17:24
Cuckmere River
River levels are still high in Alfriston but are falling. Minor flooding will continue to affect locations near North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston, but will reduce as the river falls Tuesday night. River levels in Alfriston will continue to slowly fall but will remain higher than normal until at least Thursday. In Hellingly, river levels are significantly lower than recent days, and generally falling. However, recent heavy showers have caused river levels to rise again. We only expect minimal or minor flood impacts at Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. River levels should fall again Tuesday night and Wednesday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 09/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 07:46
Cuckmere River
River levels are still high in Alfriston but are falling. Flooding will continue to affect locations near North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. River levels in Alfriston will continue to slowly fall but will remain higher than normal until at least Thursday. In Hellingly, both the Cuckmere and Bull Rivers have fallen significantly from their peak and will continue falling Tuesday. Minor flood impacts should continue to reduce at Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. There remains uncertainty in the weather forecast, particularly around rainfall amounts and locations. However, scattered heavy showers forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday, have the potential to cause another small rise in river levels. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 08/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 17:45
Cuckmere River
River levels are still high in Alfriston but are now currently falling. Flooding will continue to affect locations near North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. River levels in Alfriston will continue to slowly fall but will remain higher than normal until at least midweek. The Bull River in Hellingly is still high. Minor flood impacts affecting properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, are likely to continue until Tuesday. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly has fallen significantly from its peak and minor impacts should reduce at Mill Lane, Hellingly. Scattered heavy showers are forecast on Monday night, Tuesday and Wednesday, which have the potential to cause another small rise in river levels. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 08/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 07:51
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River in Alfriston is still very high and currently rising. Flooding will continue to affect locations near North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. River levels should begin to slowly fall in Alfriston from 11:00 Monday 07/11/2022, but will remain higher than normal until at least midweek. The Bull River in Hellingly is still very high but is now slowly falling. Minor flood impacts affecting properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly are likely to continue until Monday evening. The Cuckmere River through Hellingly has already fallen significantly from its peak and only minor impacts are expected at Mill Lane, Hellingly. Scattered heavy showers are forecast Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, which have the potential to cause another small rise in river levels. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding in Hellingly and Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 07/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 17:54
Cuckmere River
The Bull River in Hellingly and the Cuckmere River in Alfriston are still very high and currently rising. From 20:00 06/11/2022, property flooding could possibly affect locations near North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. From 21:00 06/11/2022 property flooding could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. Elsewhere, where other rivers are falling, flood impacts should slowly reduce at Hammer Lane near Cowbeech, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Mill Lane, Hellingly. Most of the rain has now cleared to the east, but isolated showers are possible Sunday evening, continuing Monday and Tuesday. The river should begin to fall in Hellingly by 01:00 07/11/2022, and 11:00 07/11/2022 in Alfriston, but might not return to normal until Tuesday. Levels in Alfriston could end up higher than Friday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 07/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 07:23
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are high and rising. In the last 24 hours, 20mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech and another 15mm of rain is forecast before midday Sunday. From 08:00 06/11/2022, flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 11:00 06/11/2022 flood impacts could also affect properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 15:00 06/11/2022 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. More showers are possible Sunday afternoon, with wet weather continuing Monday and Tuesday. The river should begin to fall around 21:00 06/11/2022 in Hellingly and Monday morning in Alfriston, but will be higher than normal until midweek. We think the river will peak a little lower than Thursday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 18:00 06/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2022 17:47
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is still a little higher than normal through Alfriston, but is significantly lower than its recent peak, and continues to slowly fall. In Hellingly, river levels are already near normal. Between 03:00 and 15:00 on Sunday 06/11/2022 another 10 to 25mm of rain is forecast. This will cause the Cuckmere River to rise again. Minor flood impacts affecting fields, rural roads and gardens should be expected if Sussex receives 10mm of rain. If Sussex receives the higher estimate, property flooding could be possible on Sunday afternoon. Further minor flood impacts could occur into the start of next week, with unsettled weather continuing Monday and Tuesday 08/11/2022. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding and keep flood protection products installed, if you have them. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 on Sunday 06/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2022 10:25
Cuckmere River
River levels are now falling steadily on the Cuckmere River in Alfriston following a dry Friday evening and will continue to fall as Saturday continues (05/11/2022). Flood impacts may now be reducing at The Old Clergy House, Deans Place Hotel, North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers through Hellingly are now nearing normal levels. 10mm of rain is forecast across Saturday (05/11/2022), which could cause a small rise in river levels in Hellingly and slow the fall in Alfriston. For twelve hours from 03:00 Sunday morning (06/11/2022), localised heavy showers of 25mm are forecast which may see river levels rise. Unsettled conditions could continue into Monday (07/11/2022) and Tuesday (08/11/2022). Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, including North Street, Alfriston and keep flood protection products installed, if you have them. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 18:00 on 05/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2022 19:28
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River in Alfriston is still very high, but now slowly falling. Flooding will continue to affect The Old Clergy House, Deans Place Hotel, North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers through Hellingly are still higher than normal, but significantly lower than Thursday's peak. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect gardens of properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly until Saturday (05/11/2022). In Alfriston river levels could remain above average until next week. Friday evening should remain dry and only a small amount of rain is forecast for Saturday. However, 25mm of rain is forecast for Sunday, which could cause some further flooding. Please remain prepared for the possibility of further flooding on Sunday (06/11/2022). Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, including North Street, Alfriston and keep flood protection products installed, if you have them. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 05/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2022 09:19
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River in Alfriston is still very high, but now slowly falling. Flooding will continue to affect The Old Clergy House, Deans Place Hotel, North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane. The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers through Hellingly are still higher than normal, but significantly lower than Thursday's peak. A dry day is forecast for Friday, but minor flood impacts will continue to affect gardens of properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly until Saturday. In Alfriston river levels could remain above average until next week. Some rain is forecast for both Saturday and Sunday. At the moment less than 10mm is expected Saturday, but 25mm of rain forecast for Sunday, which could cause some further flooding. Please remain prepared for the possibility of further flooding on Sunday 06/11/2022. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, including North Street, Alfriston and keep flood protection products installed, if you have them. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 22:00 on 04/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2022 18:58
Cuckmere River
The Bull River is high in Hellingly, following 50mm of rain recorded at Vines Cross Thursday morning. Flood impacts will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens and properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Minor flood impacts are also likely to affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The Cuckmere River through Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Mill Lane, Hellingly has already started to fall and conditions should improve here. In Alfriston, river levels could keep rising until 04:00 04/11/2022. Showers are possible Thursday evening, which could cause further rises in river levels in Hellingly overnight. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including the locations within this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 04/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2022 10:22
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising, following 25mm of rain recorded at Cowbeech Thursday morning. From 11:30 03/11/2022 minor flood impacts could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly, Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm and Hammer Lane near Cowbeech. From 15:00 03/11/2022 minor flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and gardens of properties on those roads. From 21:00 03/11/2022 minor flood impacts could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only another 5mm of rain is forecast before clearing to leave Thursday afternoon largely dry. The river should begin to fall by 16:00 on Mill Lane, Hellingly, but potentially not until late Thursday evening near Church Road Hellingly and Friday afternoon in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including the locations within this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 20:00 03/11/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2022 09:40
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston are still higher than normal, following Saturday's persistent rain. In Hellingly, both the Bull River and Cuckmere River are now falling. However, minor flooding will continue to affect fields and gardens on and near Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, until approximately mid afternoon on Sunday 09/01/2022. The river has already returned to near normal past Mill Lane, Hellingly. In Alfriston the Cuckmere River will continue to slowly rise a small amount, until approximately 14:00 on Sunday 09/01/2022. Water will affect fields near North Street, River Lane, and the Old Clergy House, Alfriston, but thought unlikely to affect properties. Other than a little light drizzle early Tuesday morning, the next five days are forecast to remain dry. The Cuckmere River through Alfriston should have fallen significantly by Monday evening 10/01/2022. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 19:00 on 09/01/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2022 20:53
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. 15mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech throughout Saturday. Whilst only a small amount, it has fallen on wet ground. From 21:00 08/01/2022 minor flood impacts could affect fields, gardens and rural roads, potentially approaching properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 02:00 rural roads, fields and gardens on and near Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly could also experience minor flood impacts. Only minimal flood impacts are forecast for Alfriston, with water in fields near North Street, River Lane and the Old Clergy House from 08:00 on 09/01/2022. No further rain is expected and it should be dry through to the start of next week. The river should begin to fall by 06:00 on 09/01/2022 in Hellingly and by Sunday afternoon in Alfriston, returning to normal by Monday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 on 09/01/2022.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 19:52
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are higher than normal, but are now slowly falling, following Monday evening and Tuesday morning’s rain. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens, including in Alfriston and on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. There is still uncertainty in the weather, but currently another 5mm of rain is forecast between 04:00 and 12:00 on Wednesday (29/12/2021), which should only generate a small rise in river levels. The rivers should peak lower than recent days. By 21:00 on 29/12/2021, in Hellingly, the Bull River should again begin to slowly fall, reaching near normal by Thursday (30/12/2021). In Alfriston, the Cuckmere is unlikely to return to normal before the weekend. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 29/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 09:59
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are higher than normal following Monday evening's rain. 5mm of rain is forecast for this morning (Tuesday 28/12/2021). River levels are not expected to rise much, but could rise a small amount and will remain high throughout Tuesday. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens, including on Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. In Alfriston, the Cuckmere is predicted to slowly rise throughout Tuesday and minor flood impacts could affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Another 5mm of rain is forecast for Wednesday morning. This is not expected to be enough to cause a large rise in levels, but will delay the river’s return to normal until at least Thursday in Hellingly, and probably the weekend in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 on 28/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 19:32
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is higher than normal following Monday morning's rain. Another 10mm of rain is forecast Monday evening and the Cuckmere is predicted to rise higher. From 20:00 27/12/2021 flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 02:00 28/12/2021 minor flood impacts could also affect Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly, and gardens of properties on those roads. From 06:00 28/12/2021 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Tuesday will be mostly dry, but more rain is forecast for Wednesday. The river should begin to fall by 11:00 on Tuesday (28/12/2021) in Hellingly, and by Tuesday evening in Alfriston. River levels could end up higher than recent days. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including Mill Lane, Hellingly and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 on 28/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 09:19
Cuckmere River
Another 5 to 10mm of rain is forecast between 08:00 and 14:00 today (Monday 27/12/2021). River levels through Hellingly are expected to rise again, but should initially peak a little lower than seen on Sunday at about 22:00 today. Minor flood impacts are expected affecting fields, roads such as Mill Lane in Hellingly, and gardens including near Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. However, it is possible a second band of rain on Monday evening could cause river levels to rise again, and possibly at higher levels. In Alfriston, river levels are expected to rise higher than seen in recent days. From 05:00 on Tuesday (28/12/2021), flooding could possibly affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Only small amounts of rain are currently forecast for the rest of the week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding as described in this message at Hellingly and Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 on 27/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 19:18
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River through Hellingly is now slowly falling, following this morning’s rain. Flood impacts on Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill should ease. The Bull River through Hellingly is still slowly rising, but should begin to fall by 23:00 on 26/12/2021. Minor impacts are expected in fields and gardens on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. River levels in Alfriston will continue to slowly rise until Monday morning, but again with only minor impacts affecting fields. Rain is forecast between 07:00 and 12:00 on Monday morning, with heavy rain also possible from 19:00 on Monday evening (27/12/2021). There is currently uncertainty where the heaviest rain will occur, but it is possible that river levels could rise higher than the peak that was recorded today. Minor flood impacts will likely return. If the heaviest rain occurs near the Cuckmere, a small number of riverside properties could flood. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 on 27/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 13:40
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. 20mm of rain has been measured in 12 hours, which is a lot in a short period of time. From 14:30 today (26/12/2021) minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads and approach properties on Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 16:00, minor flooding could affect Station Road, Hellingly, and approach gardens and properties on Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From the early hours of Monday (27/12/2021) minor flooding could also affect fields and rural roads in Alfriston. Today's rain should shortly clear to the east, leaving a largely dry Sunday afternoon. River levels in Hellingly should begin to fall by 22:00 today (26/12/2021). However, more rain is forecast for Monday (27/12/2021) which could cause river levels to rise to similar heights again, and minor flood impacts return or continue. The Cuckmere might not return to normal until midweek. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 on 26/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 18:22
Cuckmere River
The Bull River through Hellingly is still high following Wednesday's heavy rain, but is continuing to fall slowly. Flood impacts affecting fields, gardens, roads and being very close to a small number of properties may continue on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. The Cuckmere River along Mill Lane, has already fallen considerably from its peak. The river through Alfriston is still slowly rising, and will start to fall slowly by 22:00 21/10/2021. Water may be in the fields, and minor flood impacts could still also be affecting North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Very little rain is forecast until Sunday, but river levels are likely to stay higher than normal until next week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 22/10/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 09:26
Cuckmere River
The Bull River through Hellingly is still very high following Wednesday's heavy rain, but is now slowly falling. Flood impacts affecting fields, gardens, roads and being very close to a small number of properties will continue on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road Hellingly. The Cuckmere River along Mill Lane, has already fallen considerably from its peak. The river through Alfriston will continue rising during Thursday. Water will be in the fields, and minor flood impacts could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Very little rain is forecast until Sunday, which will enable the river to begin to fall by 17:00 21/10/2021 in Alfriston, but river levels are likely to stay higher than normal until next week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 22:00 21/10/2021
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 19:38
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are still high, following rain Wednesday morning. Storm Aurore is forecast to bring further heavy rain until 04:00 Thursday 21/10/2021, which will cause the rivers to rise again. If as much rain falls as predicted, flooding is possible from 22:00 20/10/2021 along Mill Lane, Hellingly and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm, potentially approaching riverside properties. From 04:00 21/10/2021 flood water could affect fields gardens and properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 10:00 21/10/2021 minor flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The river should begin to fall by 17:00 21/10/2021 in Hellingly, but not until Friday in Alfriston. River levels could stay higher than normal until the weekend. Peak river levels will be higher than Wednesday, potentially the highest for a year. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 21/10/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Aug 2021 18:13
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is still high through Alfriston, following Monday morning's heavy rain. Minor flood impacts are expected to remain, with water in fields, on rural roads, and potentially affecting low lying areas such as North Street, Willows car park, and land near the Old Clergy House Alfriston. However, river levels in Alfriston are now slowly falling, and will continue to fall through Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning, so flood impacts should begin to slowly ease. The weather forecast predicts high pressure and no more than 1 or 2 mm of rain for the next five days. The river level in Alfriston should be much lower by Wednesday afternoon. River levels in Hellingly are already much lower than at their peak Monday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 Wednesday 11/08/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Aug 2021 09:50
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is still high through both Hellingly and Alfriston, following Monday morning's heavy rain. River levels in Alfriston are unlikely to fall until after the high tide period mid afternoon Tuesday (16:00 10/08/2021). Minor flood impacts are possible. Water will be in fields, on rural roads, and could affect North Street, Willows car park, and land near the Old Clergy House Alfriston. River levels in Hellingly are already much lower than at their peak Monday. It might still take until Wednesday until river levels through Hellingly return to normal and until Thursday or Friday before river levels in Alfriston return to normal. The weather forecast predicts high pressure and no more than 1 or 2 mm of rain for the next five days, which will allow all flood impacts to reduce. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 20:00 Tuesday 10/08/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Aug 2021 19:19
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is still high and rising through Hellingly, following Monday morning's heavy rain. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens and properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. River levels should peak by 22:00 Monday (09/08/2021) on Station Road Hellingly. River levels have already peaked and are falling on Mill Lane Hellingly and Grovebridge. River levels will continue to rise in Alfriston until approximately 12:00 Tuesday (10/08/2021). Minor flood impacts are also possible in Alfriston, at North Street and Willows Car Park, after the high tide period in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Please keep flood resilience measures in place Monday and Tuesday while river levels remain high. Only isolated showers are forecast Monday and Tuesday, and the outlook for the week also contains largely dry weather. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 Tuesday 10/08/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Aug 2021 11:44
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. Since 02:00, half a month's rain (25mm) has fallen at Cowbeech. From 12:30 Monday (09/08/2021) flooding could affect fields, rural roads and approach properties on Mill Lane Hellingly. Minor flooding could also affect Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 14:00, flood water could also affect gardens and approach properties on Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Flooding is less likely in Alfriston but from Monday evening, minor impacts could also affect North Street and Willows Car Park in Alfriston. The rain has now largely cleared to the east, but showers are possible Monday afternoon, which could cause river levels to rise a little higher. The river should begin to fall by 22:00 Monday (09/08/2021) in Hellingly and around midday Tuesday (10/08/2021) in Alfriston, but will continue to be higher than normal until Tuesday evening. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 20:00 Monday 09/08/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 11:47
Cuckmere River
Only 5 mm of rain has so far been measured on Saturday morning, and we are now only expecting a few more millimetres before the end of the day. River levels will rise until approximately 15:00 on 30/01/2021 at Hellingly. In Alfriston, river levels will likely rise until early Sunday morning (31/01/2021). Minor impacts are still likely to affect fields, rural roads and gardens. However, flooding is now less likely to affect properties. River levels will probably not rise as high as they have been over the past few days. Sunday and Monday are forecast to be mostly dry too, which should allow river levels to fall nearer to normal by Monday. Rain predicted on Tuesday (02/02/2021) will see river levels rise again, but we currently think flood impacts should again be minor. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 31/01/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 09:46
Cuckmere River
Friday (29/01/2021) is forecast to be a mostly dry day, but minor flood impacts will continue in Hellingly and Alfriston. The Cuckmere River through Grove Bridge and Mill Lane, Hellingly, is already falling following Thursday evening's rain. The Bull River through Hellingly will continue to rise by a small amount until 13:00 on Friday, before then slowly falling too. In Alfriston, river levels are also currently falling but the rate of fall may slow on Friday afternoon. More rain is forecast from 03:00 on Saturday, potentially twice as much as Thursday evening. River levels are expected to rise again with flooding possible from approximately 06:00 on Saturday in Grove Bridge and Hellingly, and Saturday afternoon in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding including Mill Lane, Church Road, Station Road, Hellingly, and North Street, Alfriston. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 30/01/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 19:26
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly are still higher than normal, but are now falling. River levels in Alfriston are still slowly rising. Minor flood impacts affecting fields, rural roads and gardens are expected to continue in both Hellingly and Alfriston overnight. A band of heavy rain is expected for four hours from 21:00 on 28/01/2021. River levels in Grovebridge and Hellingly will rise again, and by 04:00 on 29/01/2021 could rise to a similar height as seen on Thursday morning, perhaps a little higher. However, levels should begin to fall by 12:00 on 29/01/2021. In Alfriston, river levels are likely to continue rising until Friday evening, potentially approaching properties around 12:00 on 29/01/2021. Further heavy rain is forecast on Saturday, which could lead to more flood impacts. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 29/01/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 08:52
Cuckmere River
The Rivers in Hellingly are high and rising, following 15 mm of rain through the early hours of Thursday. From 10:00 28/01/2021 minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads and gardens in Hellingly, including Mill Lane, Church Lane, Church Road and Station Road. From 16:00 28/01/2021 minor flooding could also affect riverside locations in Alfriston, including North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane. Thursday should stay dry. River rise in Grovebridge is already slowing, and levels should begin to fall in Hellingly by 17:00 28/01/2021. However, a further 10 mm of rain is forecast overnight into Friday, with more rain on Saturday. We expect another small rise in river levels on Friday morning and again on Saturday. River levels in Alfriston could keep rising until 12:00 29/01/2021. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 28/01/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 11:17
Cuckmere River
A flood alert is still in force at Alfriston where river levels remain higher than normal. River levels in Hellingly have fallen from their peak yesterday but remain higher than normal. Minor flood impacts may continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens. Rain is forecast for Saturday (16/01/2021). The rain is likely to keep the river higher than normal into Sunday (17/01/2021). A dry Sunday should allow any minor flood impacts to ease, if not already by this time with the river returning to more normal levels by Monday (18/01/2021) morning. Please remain prepared for the possibility of minor flood impacts to roads and fields from Saturday morning onwards. We will continue to monitor river levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 14:00 16/01/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 12:30
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is rising steadily. In the last 12 hours, 10mm of rain has been recorded at Cowbeech. From 13:00 14/01/2021 flooding could affect fields, rural roads including Mill Lane and Station Road, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. River levels will rise higher than normal in Alfriston Thursday evening, but not enough to cause flooding. Approximately a further 5mm of rain is expected today (14/01/2021). The river should begin to fall by 18:00 14/01/2021, and will return to normal in Hellingly by Friday morning, Friday evening in Alfriston. Flood impacts will be minor and should ease when river levels start to fall. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. If more rain falls than expected today, we will update this message with more information. Otherwise, we will update this message by 12:00 15/01/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 13:01
Cuckmere River
A flood warning is still in force at Alfriston where river levels remain very high. River levels in Hellingly remain higher than normal, but continue to fall. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens, and properties described in the flood warnings that are also in force. Rain is forecast Monday. The river will rise again Monday afternoon and evening, and remain high through Tuesday but not as high as Sunday because we expect less rain than Storm Bella. Additional flooding of properties is not expected today, unless rain is heavier than predicted. A dry Tuesday should allow flood impacts to ease. With potentially heavy rainfall on Wednesday and Thursday, stay prepared for the risk of flooding to return this week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 29/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 19:03
Cuckmere River
River levels in Alfriston are still very high, and are expected to continue rising until approximately 22:00 Sunday 27/12/2020, following Storm Bella's heavy rain Sunday morning. River levels in Hellingly are also still high, but are falling. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens, and properties described in the flood warnings that are also in force. A small amount of rain is forecast at 23:00 27/12/2020, which could potentially delay the river's fall Monday morning. Monday's weather forecast is still uncertain, but is now looking a drier day than previously forecast. Which if true, will help river levels to fall and flood impacts to ease Monday. The remainder of the week looks largely dry too. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 28/12/2020
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 10:45
Cuckmere River
Storm Bella brought over 30mm of rain. Flood warnings are in force in Hellingly and Alfriston. Flooding is expected currently on Mill Lane, Church Lane, Church Road and Station Road, Hellingly. Flooding is expected later on Sunday in Alfriston, where river levels will continue to rise for most of Sunday. Impact locations in Alfriston to include, The Old Clergy House, Deans Place Hotel, and properties near North Street, Willows Car Park and River Lane. Access along Litlington Road could be restricted by flood water. Rain has now cleared and Sunday should be mostly dry. However, river levels will stay higher than normal into Monday, when further rain is forecast. Flooding could continue or return Monday. Some roads may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 28/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 20:15
Cuckmere River
Storm Bella will bring heavy rain early Sunday morning. There remains uncertainty in the forecast, but from 04:30 27/12/2020 flooding could affect fields, rural roads and approach gardens and properties on Mill Lane and Station Road, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Flooding could also affect Hammer Lane near Cowbeech and Grove Hill near Grovebridge Farm. From 17:00 27/12/2020 flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Drier weather follows Storm Bella's rain on Sunday, but further rain Monday could keep river levels higher than normal into next week. Please take proactive action to help reduce the impact of flooding, and plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 27/12/2020, and will issue a Flood Warning if confidence increases in properties being affected.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 20:16
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston remain high following heavy rainfall on Tuesday. There will be up to 10mm of rain through Wednesday night and early Thursday morning, which could cause river levels to rise higher. In Hellingly we do not think river levels will rise significantly higher than they were Tuesday. But minor flood impacts could still affect fields, Church Lane, Church Road, Station Road and gardens on those roads. In Alfriston, river levels similar to Tuesday could occur, and flooding might affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel. After tonight’s rain, it should stay mostly dry until Saturday. The river should begin to slowly fall by Thursday afternoon, returning to nearer normal by Saturday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 24/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 07:42
Cuckmere River
More rain than we expected fell Tuesday night. River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston are rising again. A few more showers are possible Wednesday morning and evening, which could cause river levels to rise higher. In Hellingly we do not think river levels will rise significantly higher than they were Tuesday. But minor flood impacts could still affect fields, Church Lane, Church Road, Station Road and gardens on those roads. By 19:00 23/12/2020 in Alfriston, river levels could be a few inches higher than they were Tuesday, and flooding might affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel. After Wednesday evening's showers, it should stay mostly dry until Saturday. The river should begin to slowly fall by Thursday afternoon, returning to nearer normal by Saturday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 23/12/2020
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 15:36
Cuckmere River
River levels on the Cuckmere are now falling, in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday morning should stay predominantly dry, and river levels should continue to slowly fall. Minor flood impacts will slowly ease, but water in fields and gardens and on rural roads might remain. The weather forecast for Wednesday is uncertain. It looks like it will rain, and river levels will rise. But we are not sure how high. It is possible a lot of rain could fall Wednesday, with the potential to cause significant flooding, all along the Cuckmere. Flood impacts could last until Friday, with access routes through communities potentially affected. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message with details about Wednesday by 15:00 23/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 19:29
Cuckmere River
Water levels are stabilising on the Cuckmere and Bull Rivers. Only a small amount of rain is forecast Monday evening, before clearing eastwards overnight, leaving a predominantly dry day Tuesday. River levels are not expected to rise significantly higher, should not affect properties and should begin to slowly fall Tuesday. Minor flood impacts with water in fields, and affecting rural roads will remain in both Hellingly and Alfriston. A lot more rain is expected Wednesday, which has the potential to cause significant flooding, all along the Cuckmere. Flood impacts could last until Friday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 20:00 22/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 10:51
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is high and rising. We've measured 10mm of rain already this morning, with more rain possible late afternoon Monday. From 12:30 on Mill Lane, Hellingly and 14:30 21/12/2020 on Church Lane and Station Road, Hellingly minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties. From 09:00 Tuesday morning 22/12/2020 minor flood impacts could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Showers Monday evening could cause river levels to rise higher, perhaps not peaking in Hellingly until Tuesday morning. A lot more rain is expected Wednesday, which has the potential to cause significant flooding, all along the Cuckmere. Flood impacts could last until Friday. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 21/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 09:36
Cuckmere River
A largely dry Friday has allowed river levels in Hellingly to fall significantly. River levels in Alfriston are still very high, but are now slowly falling. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens and riverside properties including those near to Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. The weather forecast predicts no more than a couple of millimetres of rain over the next five days. With such small amounts of rain forecast, flood impacts should continue to ease over the weekend, with river levels in Alfriston returning to nearer normal Sunday afternoon. We will update this message by 10:30 6/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 09:59
Cuckmere River
A lot more rain fell overnight, to add to the persistent rain of Thursday. The Bull River through Hellingly and the Cuckmere River through Alfriston are still high and will likely continue rising until 14:00 in Hellingly and 21:00 in Alfriston. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. From 12:00 flooding could also affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Flooding on Mill Lane, Hellingly should ease earlier, as river levels are now falling there. Friday is forecast to remain dry, but another period of heavy rain is possible Saturday. It is possible river levels could rise again Saturday and risk of flooding return. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including roads mentioned in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:30 5/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2020 19:01
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are higher than normal and rising, following persistent rain Thursday. Heavy rain is forecast in the early hours of Friday. If as much rain falls as predicted, river levels will rise again and flooding could be possible from 02:00 4/12/2020. Flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and approach properties on Mill Lane, Church Lane and Church Road, Hellingly. Only minimal impacts are currently expected in Alfriston, but minor flooding in Alfriston could yet occur Friday afternoon. Daylight hours Friday will be dry, allowing river levels to fall from 12:00 4/12/2020 in Hellingly and 19:00 4/12/2020 in Alfriston. But with further rain forecast Saturday, minor flooding could return at the weekend. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, including roads mentioned in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:30 4/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 20:01
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River and Bull Rivers are now falling, but remain high near Alfriston, following Sunday morning’s heavy rain. Only minimal flood impacts remain in Hellingly, with potential for small amounts of water in fields, gardens and on rural roads. The flood risk remains in Alfriston for North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel. The forecast is for relatively dry weather until Friday (20/11/2020), which will allow the river to continue to fall. In Hellingly, river levels have nearly returned to normal, but in Alfriston although river levels are now falling they may not return to near normal until Tuesday evening (17/11/2020). Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 17/11/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 10:43
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River and Bull Rivers are now falling, but remain high near Alfriston, following Sunday morning’s heavy rain. Flooding impacts will now ease around Hellingly, but small amounts of water may remain in fields, gardens and on rural roads. Flood risk remains in Alfriston for North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel. The forecast is for relatively dry weather until Friday (20/11/2020), which will allow the river to continue to fall. In Hellingly river levels should return to near normal this afternoon (16/11/2020), but in Alfriston although river levels are now falling they may not return to near normal until Tuesday evening (17/11/2020). Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 21:00 16/11/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 15:59
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River and Bull River remain high following 40mm of rain in the past 48 hours. River levels are still rising around Hellingly and Alfriston. The Bull River is unlikely to peak until 21:00 Sunday 15/11/2020. Flooding will impact fields, gardens, roads and potentially properties along Station Road and Church Lane, Hellingly. Flooding is probable in Alfriston, from 00:00 Monday 16/11/2020 and could affect North Street, Willows Car Park, River Lane, The Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel. River levels are likely to slowly rise until 07:00 on 16/11/2020. An additional 5mm of rain will fall by 18:00 Sunday, then the weather turns mostly dry until Wednesday. River levels should fall by lunchtime Monday, returning to more normal levels Tuesday 17/11/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast and will update this message by 11:00 16/11/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 09:06
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River and Bull Rivers are high and rising following heavy rain early this morning (15/11/2020). A further 15mm of rain is expected throughout today (15/11/2020). Flooding is possible from 09:00 today (15/11/2020) in Hellingly, and possibly 00:00 tomorrow (16/11/2020) in Alfriston. Flooding impacts will include fields, gardens, roads and may affect properties. Locations could include Grove Hill, Grovebridge, and Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane in Hellingly. With more showers Sunday afternoon, river levels might not peak until 20:00 15/11/2020, but with Monday and Tuesday largely dry, the River should return to normal by Tuesday morning. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast and will update this message by 16:00 today (15/11/2020).
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 09:10
Cuckmere River
Last night, 12mm of rain fell. River levels near Hellingly have already peaked and are slowly falling. River levels nearer Alfriston are still slowly rising, and will continue to do so until midday Tuesday 10/3/2020. River levels will peak considerably lower than last week, but minor flood impacts could still affect fields, rural roads and gardens. Flooding of property seems unlikely. Fine drizzle Tuesday evening 10/3/2020 could accumulate to another 5mm by Wednesday morning, and maybe generate another minimal river response. There are currently no large amounts of rain forecast for the rest of the working week. From Wednesday, river levels should be able to slowly fall until the weekend. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding and remain prepared for the risk of flooding to increase. We continue to monitor river levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 12:00 11/3/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 18:10
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly are near normal and have fallen a lot since last week in Alfriston. Rainfall totals for this evening are predicted to be 10-20mm. If we receive the higher amounts, river levels will rise along the Cuckmere. Minor flood impacts are possible in Hellingly from 03:00 10/3/2020 and 14:00 10/3/2020 in Alfriston. River levels are not expected to rise as high as last week, but impacts could still affect Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane, Hellingly. Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston could also be affected. The weather will remain unsettled for the rest of the week, but in general there should be less rain. River levels should be able to fall towards normal by Wednesday 11/3/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, such as the roads suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 10/3/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Mar 2020 09:13
Cuckmere River
River levels are falling to near normal on the Cuckmere River, following Thursday's rain. Sunday 8/3/2020 is now forecast to be mostly dry, which will allow river levels to fall a little further. However, levels in Alfriston are still higher than normal and flood water may continue to affect fields, gardens and roads. River levels are expected to rise higher, from 22:00 9/3/2020, following rain forecast for Monday evening. Minor flood impacts to fields, gardens and rural roads are again possible in Hellingly on Tuesday 10/3/2020, but the river should not rise as high as in recent days. There may be further periods of rain Tuesday to Thursday 12/3/2020, but none are currently predicted to bring as much rain as Monday. Flood risk may reduce later in the week. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding and remain prepared for the risk of flooding to increase. We continue to monitor river levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 21:00 9/3/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 10:05
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly have already returned to near normal levels following Thursday's rain. River levels in Alfriston are still higher than normal, but falling. Saturday 7/3/2020 is forecast to be dry, which will allow river levels to fall a little further. However, minor flood impacts are likely to continue to affect fields, gardens and roads in Alfriston. The amount of rain forecast early Sunday morning has decreased. River levels are still predicted to rise along the Cuckmere, but only by a modest amount, peaking by 12:00 8/3/2020 in Hellingly and 06:00 9/3/2020 in Alfriston. Minor flood impacts are still possible Sunday in Hellingly and Alfriston. River levels are expected to rise higher, following rain Monday afternoon 9/3/2020, but should not rise as high as recent days. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor river levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 12:00 8/3/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 10:17
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly and Alfriston have fallen from their peak, but are still high. Friday and Saturday 7/3/2020 are forecast to be dry. River levels will continue to fall slowly, but flood impacts will continue to affect properties, gardens, rural roads and fields until Saturday 7/3/2020. Including Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly, and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. More rain is predicted Sunday morning and Monday afternoon 9/3/2020. The risk of flooding will increase again, dependant on the amount of rain we receive. Current predictions suggest river levels could return to similar heights seen the last two days, but probably slightly lower. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, such as the roads suggested in this message. We continue to monitor river levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 12:00 7/3/2020
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 12:35
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are rising steadily, following today's heavy rain, which will continue into this evening (05/03/2020). Flooding is possible from 13:30 05/03/2020 in Hellingly and 04:00 06/03/2020 in Alfriston. Flooding impacts will include fields, gardens, roads and may affect properties. Locations could include Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly, and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. Thursday evening and Friday will be relatively dry, so river levels should begin to fall from 09:00 in Hellingly and 21:00 in Alfriston on Friday 06/03/2020. However, river levels on the Cuckmere will stay high until Saturday and further rain is forecast into next week and so levels may rise again. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, such as the roads suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 06/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 09:57
Cuckmere River
River levels in Alfriston are still high, but are now slowly falling. Minor impact flooding, with shallow depths, will continue for most of Sunday 1/3/2020. Affecting fields, Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston. River levels in Hellingly are nearer normal, but may also still experience minor flood impacts in fields, rural roads and gardens. Despite the chance of a shower, mostly dry conditions Sunday 1/3/2020 will allow river levels to continue their slow fall. Overnight and into Monday morning, a further 5-10mm of rain is possible, which could cause river levels to return to similar heights seen Saturday. Please remain prepared for rivers to rise again Monday 2/3/2020 (Monday morning in Hellingly and Monday afternoon in Alfriston). Please plan to avoid driving through routes prone to flooding suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 11:00 2/3/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 09:15
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly have fallen from their overnight peak, but are still a little higher than normal. River levels in Alfriston are still high, and slowly rising, but should begin to stabilise by lunchtime. Minor impact flooding, with shallow depths will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens near to Station Road and Chuch Lane Hellingly, and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston. Saturday morning’s light rain will clear by 11:00. River levels in Hellingly will rise again, but not as high as last night, and begin to fall by 17:00 29/2/2020. A similar fall and later rise is probable in Alfriston too. Only isolated showers are forecast for the rest of the weekend, which will allow river levels to return to nearer normal by Monday 2/3/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 11:00 1/3/2020
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 18:56
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is rising steadily again, following Friday's persistent rain. Water levels should not rise more than a further 50 cm. But from 20:00 28/2/2020, minor impact flooding, with shallow depths could affect fields, rural roads and gardens near to Station Road and Chuch Lane Hellingly. From 05:00 29/2/2020, flood water may start to approach Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston. More heavy rain is forecast from 06:00 Saturday 29/2/2020. Which may cause river levels in Hellingly to briefly rise again. Thereafter, only isolated showers are expected until Wednesday 4/3/2020, which will allow river levels to begin to fall from 18:00 29/2/2020 in Hellingly and by Sunday 1/3/2020 in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 11:00 29/2/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:47
Cuckmere River
River levels are still high on the Cuckmere River, but are now beginning to fall, after Storm Dennis' widespread heavy rain. Flood impacts will continue to affect fields, gardens, roads and isolated properties. Locations could include: Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane, Hellingly. As well as Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. Please continue to take care in and around flood affected areas, flood water can contain hidden dangers. Rain has now cleared, and only isolated showers are expected until Thursday 20/2/2020. These showers are unlikely to cause river levels to rise significantly, if at all. River levels may not return to normal until Tuesday morning 18/2/2020. Plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 18/2/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 20:43
Cuckmere River
Storm Dennis has brought 35mm of rain so far, with a further 1 to 2mm possible by 06:00 17/02/2020. River levels have peaked at the top of the catchment but a still rising at Hellingly and further downstream. Flooding of roads and fields has occurred at Hellingly and in Alfriston. Property flooding is expected around Hellingly. Locations could include: Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly. Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. Rain has eased through Sunday afternoon (16/02/2020). With only isolated showers through to midweek, river levels should begin to fall by Monday evening 17/2/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, such as the roads mentioned in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 17/2/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 15:07
Cuckmere River
Storm Dennis is forecast to bring widespread, persistent and heavy rainfall Saturday and Sunday 16/2/2020. It is hard to predict so far ahead but if the heaviest rain occurs, flooding is possible from 08:00 16/2/2020 in Hellingly and 10:00 16/2/2020 in Alfriston. Flood impacts will include fields, gardens and roads and potential property flooding. Impacts could be similar to Christmas 2019. Locations may include: Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly. Willows car park, River Lane, North Street, Old Clergy House and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. Rain will ease Sunday afternoon. With only isolated showers through to midweek, river levels should begin to fall by Monday evening 17/2/2020 in Hellingly, but maybe not until Tuesday in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, such as the roads suggested in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 20:00 16/2/2020
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 11:46
Cuckmere River
River levels in Alfriston are still very high, but will slowly fall during today (14/2/2020) and tomorrow morning. Flood impacts will continue to affect fields, gardens and rural roads, including Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. River levels are still high in Hellingly, and flood impacts are expected to continue to affect Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly. River levels in Hellingly may return to nearer normal by Saturday morning 15/2/2020. However, Storm Dennis will bring further widespread, persistent and heavy rain on Saturday afternoon and Sunday. Widespread flooding along the Cuckmere is possible, affecting properties on Sunday 16/02/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 19:00 on 15/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 18:15
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is still high in both Hellingly and Alfriston. River levels on Mill Lane, Hellingly are now falling. River levels near Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly are still slowly rising, but should not rise by much more than 20 - 30 cm this evening, before falling during Friday morning 14/2/2020. In Alfriston, river levels will continue to slowly rise until midday Friday, but again, should not rise significantly higher than they are currently. Flood impacts will continue to affect fields, gardens and rural roads. Including Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. Rain Friday afternoon will not cause rivers to rise much. But Storm Dennis may cause widespread flooding to affect properties Sunday 16/02/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 14:00 14/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 06:57
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere and Bull Rivers are rising steadily following 15 mm of rain this morning (13/2/2020). From 07:45 13/02/2020 minor impact flooding with shallow depths could affect fields, gardens and rural roads, including Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane, Hellingly. River levels will rise in Alfriston during Thursday, with minor flood impacts possible at Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston from 17:00 13/02/2020. With only showers forecast Thursday and Friday 14/02/2020, river levels should begin to fall by 20:00 13/02/2020 in Hellingly and from 09:00 14/02/2020 in Alfriston. However, heavy rain predicted from Storm Dennis may cause flooding to affect more properties Sunday 16/02/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 18:00 13/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2020 08:30
Cuckmere River
Water levels in the Cuckmere River have risen following 10 mm of rain yesterday. River levels will now fall in Hellingly, but south of Hellingly will remain high through much of Tuesday (28/01/2020). Minor impact flooding, with shallow depths could affect fields, rural roads, gardens and land in Alfriston between the Cuckmere River, and North Street and the High Street. There may be the odd shower over the next few days, but we are not expecting water levels to rise. The river will peak in Alfriston by 13:00 this afternoon (28/01/2020), falling to lower levels by Wednesday morning (29/01/2020). Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. It is likely we will remove this message by 20:00 on Tuesday (28/01/2020), as the risk of flooding is decreasing.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2020 15:05
Cuckmere River
Water levels in the Cuckmere River are rising steadily following 15 mm of rain overnight and this morning. From 17:00 this evening (27/01/2020) minor impact flooding, with shallow depths is expected to affect fields, rural roads and gardens at Grove Hill, Grovebridge, along Mill Lane, Hellingly and Station Road and Chuch Lane Hellingly. Land and properties in Alfriston between the Cuckmere River, and North Street and the High Street may also be impacted. Further heavy rain is expected this evening (27/01/2020) which will likely cause water levels to rise further. The river will peak by 03:00 tomorrow (28/01/2020), returning to normal by Wednesday (29/01/2020). Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding. We'll keep monitoring levels and forecasts and update our messages. This message will be updated by 10:00 on Tuesday (28/01/2020).
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 10:08
Cuckmere River
Only a small amount of rain fell on the Cuckmere River Thursday night. Less than we were concerned for in our prediction yesterday. River levels are already peaking in Hellingly. In Alfriston river levels will continue to rise for much of Friday 17/1/2020. Minor flood impacts will continue affecting fields, rural roads and close to gardens in Station Road and Church Lane, Hellingly. And may begin to affect Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston from 15:00 17/1/2020. Flood impacts and river levels should not be significantly worse than seen Wednesday into Thursday 16/1/2020. A few isolated showers may pass today. But the next 5 days are forecast to be predominantly dry. River levels should begin to slowly return to normal from Saturday 18/1/2020. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding mentioned in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 13:00 18/1/2020
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 12:12
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is still high, but slowly falling. Further rain is forecast Thursday evening, through to the early hours of Friday 17/1/2020. There is still lots of uncertainty, but if the heaviest rain appears, minor flood impacts could be possible Friday 17/1/2020. From 04:00 in Hellingly and 14:00 in Alfriston. Flooding could affect fields, rural roads, gardens. And could get close to a few riverside properties on Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly. And the Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. With only isolated showers Friday and a dry weekend, rivers should begin to fall by Saturday 18/1/2020, earlier in Hellingly. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding mentioned in this message and install flood protection products tonight, if you have them, as a precaution. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 13:00 17/1/2020
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 11:59
Cuckmere River
The heaviest rain avoided the Cuckmere River. But we've still measured 15mm in the past 36 hours here. River levels are higher than normal, but we expect only minimal flooding impacts currently. Affecting fields, rural roads and gardens. The river may rise a little more Wednesday afternoon 15/1/2020 in response to Wednesday morning's rain. But only in the range of 10 to 20 centimetres, at most. With river levels starting to fall Thursday 16/1/2020. Further heavy rain is then possible Thursday afternoon 16/1/2020 with showers Friday. River levels could rise again Thursday evening 16/1/2020 and generate minor flood impacts, potentially in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through known routes susceptible to flooding and keep flood protection products ready as a precaution if you have them. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message with our predictions by 13:00 16/1/2020, or sooner if flood risk increases.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 20:22
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River has been rising today 14/1/2020, following 10 mm of rain. Although river levels should stabilise this evening an additional 10mm of rain is possible before mid morning Wednesday 15/1/2020. If all of this rain occurs flooding is possible from 05:30 15/1/2020 in Hellingly, and from 15:00 in Alfriston. Minor flooding is likely to affect fields, rural roads and gardens, but could get close to a few riverside properties on Mill Lane, Station Road and Church Lane Hellingly. The Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston may also be affected. The river will begin to fall by Thursday, but with further rain possible on Thursday 16/1/2020 and Friday river levels may rise again. Please avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding as suggested in this message and install flood protection products as a precaution if you have them. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 13:00 15/1/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2019 10:53
Cuckmere River
Persistent light rain will affect the area until 14:00 26/12/2019. River levels will rise a small amount from 10:00 26/12/2019. Minor flood impacts are possible, but we are not expecting a return of significant flooding. Locations affected may include fields, gardens and rural roads, Mill Lane and Station Road Alfriston and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. River levels should begin to fall from 22:00 26/12/2019 in Hellingly and 14:00 27/12/2019 in Alfriston. Friday to Monday 30/12/2019 are forecast to be dry days, which will allow river levels to return towards normal and the risk of flooding reduce. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 27/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2019 11:42
Cuckmere River
River levels are still higher than normal in Alfriston, but are slowly falling. Minor flood impacts will remain while the river returns to lower levels. Locations affected include Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. In Hellingly, river levels are closer to normal, and no flood impacts are expected today. Christmas Day should stay dry, but further widespread and heavy rain is forecast for Boxing Day 26/12/2019 from 07:00. Thursday's rain will cause river levels to rise again in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Further flooding impacts are probable, but the amount of rain currently predicted suggests impacts may be less severe than experienced over the past week. Please remain prepared for the risk of flooding to increase Thursday and plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 26/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2019 10:36
Cuckmere River
River levels are still high in Alfriston, but are slowly falling. Minor flood impacts will remain while the river returns to normal. Locations affected include Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. In Hellingly, river levels are closer to normal, and fewer flood impacts are expected. Light rain is possible Tuesday. Wednesday should stay dry, but further widespread and heavy rain is forecast for Thursday 26/12/2019. Thursday's rain will cause river levels to rise again in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Further flooding impacts are probable, but, but it is currently predicted to be less severe than experienced over the past week. Please remain prepared for the risk of flooding to increase Thursday and plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 25/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 10:48
Cuckmere River
River levels are still high in Alfriston, but are slowly falling. Flood impacts will remain until Tuesday 24/12/2019. Locations affected include Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. In Hellingly, river levels are closer to normal, and fewer flood impacts are expected. Light rain Tuesday morning will be followed by the chance of heavy showers Tuesday afternoon 24/12/2019. River levels will only rise significantly if the heaviest of showers falls near the Cuckmere. But flooding impacts could return in Hellingly. Further rain is forecast for Boxing day, which could again see river levels rise. At the moment, we do not believe river levels will rise higher than they have been over the past week, but further flooding is possible. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 24/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 12:53
Cuckmere River
Following approximately 12mm of rainfall in the last 24 hours river levels remain high. Flood Warnings are in force for Alfriston and Hellingly and Horsebridge. Minor flood impacts are still possible near Station Road, Hellingly and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston. Settled weather means it will be dry today which should allow river levels to fall. Showers are possible Tuesday (24/12/2019) which could cause further minor flood impacts. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We will continue to monitor levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 14:00 23/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 12:31
Cuckmere River
River levels are still high on the Cuckmere River, following Friday morning's rain. River levels will remain high due to further rainfall on Saturday (21/12/2019). Flood impacts will remain until Monday 23/12/2019. Locations affected will include Mill Lane and Station Road, Hellingly and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston. Widespread rain is forecast between 17:00 Saturday 21/12/2019 and 08:00 Sunday 22/12/2019. The river in Hellingly is likely to rise Saturday afternoon and evening, initially peaking Sunday morning, potentially to similar levels or higher than seen Friday. The river in Alfriston will rise further by Sunday afternoon (22/12/2019). More heavy rain could fall Tuesday as well (24/12/2019). Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We will continue to monitor levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 14:00 22/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 13:13
Cuckmere River
Following nearly a month’s rainfall over the past week, and 20mm Thursday night, river levels are very high on the Cuckmere River. Flooding will continue until approximately 16:00 21/12/2019. Locations affected will include Mill Lane and Station Road, Hellingly and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston. The odd isolated shower is possible during Friday and Saturday morning, with widespread rain predicted between 15:00 and 21:00 Saturday afternoon (21/12/2019). Saturday’s rain could cause river levels to rise again and possibly higher. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We will continue to monitor levels and forecasts. We will update this message by 14:00 21/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 20:00
Cuckmere River
Levels in the Cuckmere River are high, but stable. However, we are expecting heavy rain between 01:00 and 07:00 Friday morning (20/12/2019). This could be more than Wednesday night’s rain, and river levels could rise even higher than recent days. Flooding impacts affecting fields, rural roads and gardens will continue in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Impacts will likely be deeper, and affect a greater area from 08:00 Friday 20/12/2019. Areas affected will include Mill Lane and Station Road, Hellingly and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel in Alfriston. Flooding to properties could be possible. The river should initially peak by 16:00 through Hellingly, and 10:00 Saturday 21/12/2019 in Alfriston. Rain Friday night and Saturday afternoon could cause river levels to rise again. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We will update this message by 14:00 20/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 11:46
Cuckmere River
River levels are still rising on the Cuckmere River following 10mm of rain Wednesday night. Flooding of fields, rural roads and gardens will continue in both Hellingly and Alfriston. Areas affected will include Station Road, Hellingly and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. The river should initially peak by 16:00 through Hellingly, and 05:00 Friday 20/12/2019 in Alfriston. However, spells of heavy rain are forecast for Thursday afternoon and Thursday evening. Rises in river levels should be expected into Friday (20/12/2019) and also over the weekend too. Flooding to properties could be possible. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 22:00 19/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 20:09
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is forecast to rise in response to a predicted 15mm of rain Wednesday night. Similar or potentially higher river levels than last Thursday (12/12/2019) could be seen. Flooding is possible from 01:00 in Hellingly and 12:00 in Alfriston (both 19/12/2019). Impacts are expected to affect fields, rural roads and gardens and get close to properties in all communities. Including in Mill Lane and Station Road, Hellingly and Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. The river should initially peak by 12:00 through Hellingly, and Friday in Alfriston, but further periods of rain are forecast until the weekend which could cause river levels to rise again. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 19/12/2019
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 11:50
Cuckmere River
River levels are high, but have peaked and are now falling in Hellingly and Alfriston, following 15mm of rain Monday night. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect fields, gardens and rural roads, including Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. Wednesday 18/12/2019 should stay mostly dry. However heavy rain may return Wednesday night, Thursday and Friday. Details of location and amounts of rain are still uncertain. It is possible the Cuckmere area could remain dry until 05:00 Thursday 19/12/2019. But if the rain appears further flooding is still possible Thursday and potentially until the weekend. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will share an update on the forecast when we update this message by 21:00 18/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2019 19:20
Cuckmere River
River levels have now peaked and are falling in Hellingly following 15mm of rain Monday night. Minor flood impacts will be affecting fields, gardens and rural roads, including Station road Hellingly. River levels in Alfriston are slowly rising, and will continue to affect Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston overnight. Tuesday night and Wednesday should stay mostly dry, which will allow river levels to return to near normal in Hellingly (by 13:00 18/12/2019) and fall slightly in Alfriston. But heavy rain will return Wednesday night, Thursday and Friday. Further flooding should be expected Thursday and potentially until the weekend. Possibly with higher water levels and more extensive flooding. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 12:00 18/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2019 08:39
Cuckmere River
River levels are still rising in Hellingly following 15mm of rain Monday night. Minor flood impacts will be affecting fields, gardens and rural roads, including Station Road Hellingly. River levels in Alfriston are also rising, but should not affect Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston until 17:00 Tuesday evening. The rain should clear from 08:00 17/12/2019 leaving a mostly dry day, but heavy rain will return Wednesday night, Thursday and Friday. The river will initially peak in Hellingly by 15:00 17/12/2019 and 05:00 18/12/2019 in Alfriston. Given the weather outlook, further flooding should be expected later in the week. Most likely with higher water levels and more extensive flooding. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 20:00 17/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2019 21:46
Cuckmere River
Light rain is forecast to continue all night, clearing by 09:00 Tuesday 17/12/2019. We could see 20mm in the next 12 hours, which would be enough to cause minor flood impacts. From 03:00 17/12/2019, flooding with shallow depths could affect fields, gardens and rural roads, including Mill Lane and Station Road Hellingly. River levels in Alfriston will be slower to rise but Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston could be affected by Tuesday evening. Tuesday should be mostly dry, but further heavy rain is forecast for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The river will initially peak in Hellingly by 15:00 17/12/2019 and 05:00 18/12/2019 in Alfriston. Given the weather outlook, it is likely the risk of flooding will remain until the weekend. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 11:00 17/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 10:09
Cuckmere River
Water levels on the Cuckmere River are falling, but remain higher than normal, particularly the sections near Alfriston. Minor impact flooding will continue to affect Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. River levels in Alfriston should fall by half a metre by Sunday 15/12/2019. A few showers are possible Saturday and Sunday. We’re not expecting another significant response from the river, but small rises could occur Saturday night in Hellingly, should rain fall near the Cuckmere. More persistent rain could affect the area Tuesday 17/12/2019. Please remain prepared for further minor flooding impacts and disruption. We will continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 11:00 15/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 18:05
Cuckmere River
River levels in Hellingly remain high, but will continue to slowly fall overnight and should be of a more normal level by 10:00 Saturday morning 14/12/2019. Until then, flood water will continue to affect fields, gardens and rural roads, including Station Road Hellingly. River levels in Alfriston should peak Friday evening, and will begin to slowly fall overnight. River levels in Alfriston will remain higher than normal until Sunday 15/12/2019. Minor impact flooding will continue to affect Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel, Alfriston. A few showers are possible Saturday and Sunday. We’re not expecting another significant response from the river, but small rises could occur should rain fall near the Cuckmere. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 11:00 14/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 09:50
Cuckmere River
The river has now peaked through Hellingly, following Thursday’s rain, but remains very high. Minor impact flooding with shallow depths will continue to affect fields, gardens and rural roads, including Station Road Hellingly. River levels are rising in Alfriston and will continue to rise until Friday afternoon, but should not rise by more than 25 centimetres in this time. Minor impact flooding will continue in Alfriston, affecting Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel. Only a small amount of rain is currently predicted over the next five days, in the form of fast moving showers. This should allow the river to return to normal, but not until Saturday in Hellingly and Sunday 15/12/2019 in Alfriston. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 19:00 13/12/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 19:07
Cuckmere River
The Cuckmere River is rising following 10 mm of persistent rain this afternoon. From 19:30 12/12/2019 minor impact flooding with shallow depths could affect fields, gardens and rural roads, including Mill Lane and Station road Hellingly. River levels should not exceed heights seen in November 2019. River levels will slowly rise through Alfriston overnight, to be high Friday morning 13/12/2019. However any flood impacts are expected to be minimal and restricted to Willows car park, River Lane, North Street and Deans Place Hotel Alfriston. Rain will return briefly at 23:00 12/12/2019, and will likely cause a further rise in river levels. Friday 13/12/2019 is expected to be dry. The river should peak by 04:00 13/12/2019 in Hellingly, returning to normal Friday afternoon. Please plan to avoid driving through routes susceptible to flooding, such as the roads included in this message. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. This message will be updated by 10:00 13/12/2019.