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Flood Alert Info - Little Avon catchment and the Vale of Berkeley
Little Avon catchment and the Vale of Berkeley
Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley.
Current Flood Alert Status
No current warningArea Covered by this Flood Alert
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Flood Alert History
Number of historic Flood Alerts that have previously been recorded for this area.
Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Little Avon
High river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 13 February 2026 and 14 February 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue further alerts and warnings if required. Consider activating any flood protection products you may have and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 14 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 18 December 2025 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Levels are now rising in response to heavy rainfall today Thursday 18 December 2025. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue updates as necessary. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 19 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 18 December 2025. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Levels are currently stable but are expected to increase in response to heavy rainfall on Thursday 18 December 2025. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and will issue updates as necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 19 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 17 December 2025. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Further rainfall is forecast on Wednesday and Thursday and this Alert is likely to remain in force. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and will issue updates as necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 18 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
High river levels this morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 16 December 2025 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Weather conditions are expected to improve this afternoon and no further flooding is expected. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 17 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. Weather conditions are expected to improve and no further flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
Little Avon
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 14 November 2025 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Drier conditions are forecast from Saturday and conditions will begin to improve. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue further alerts and warnings if required. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water water and consider activating any flood protection products you may have. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 15 November 2025 or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is possible from 9:30 AM on 06/01/2025. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Further rainfall is forecast overnight but no further flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation and checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 07/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
River levels are rising following rainfall last night and today. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses. The weather outlook for Friday onwards shows further rainfall expected. We are closely monitoring the situation and we will update this Alert or issue Warnings as necessary. This message will be updated by 10:30 AM on 07/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
Rain has fallen over the weekend due to the effects of Storm Bert. River levels are falling but remain higher than usual. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Further rain is forecast overnight and river levels are likely to increase moderately in response. Flooding is possible through Wednesday before conditions begin to improve. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 27/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
Rain has fallen over the weekend due to the effects of Storm Bert. The river levels are falling but remain high. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley Flooding is possible through the week. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes
Little Avon
Rain has fallen over the weekend due to the effects of Storm Bert. The river levels are falling but remain high. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley Flooding is possible through the week. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes
Little Avon
Rain has fallen overnight and is expected through to Sunday evening, which will cause river levels to rise further. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley Flooding is possible through Sunday and into Monday. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 20:00 PM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected. River levels are currently falling but are expected to rise again tomorrow. Flooding is possible from tomorrow afternoon. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Further rainfall, sometimes heavy, is forecast tomorrow morning. River levels are expected to rise in response to this. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue further Flood Alerts or Warnings if necessary. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Refer to local authority website for road closures. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
Rising river levels this morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 11:00 AM on 19/10/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Further rainfall, sometimes heavy, is forecast tomorrow. River levels are expected to rise again in response to this. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue further Flood Alerts or Warnings if necessary. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Refer to local authority website for road closures. This message will be updated by 8:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 7:00 PM on 08/10/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Weather conditions are expected to improve tomorrow and no further flooding is expected. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
River levels are rising on the Little Avon due to persistent rainfall today. River levels will be at their highest between 3:30 PM on 02/03/2024 and midday on 03/03/2024. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. Further light rainfall is forecast this afternoon. River levels are forecast to begin falling overnight and continue to drop through the day on Sunday. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert as necessary. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 03/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
River levels are rising on the Little Avon. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Little Avon, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley.. Flooding is possible at the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley. from 12:00 noon on 18/02/2024. No further rainfall is forecast. River levels are high but steady at the Frenchay gauge. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Little Avon due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley through Tuesday 05/12/2023. There is very little rain forecast for Tuesday 05/12/2023 and river levels will continue to fall through the day. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue or update this alert and issue warnings if necessary. We are monitoring defences and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 08:00 PM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
River levels are rising steadily on the Little Avon due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include the Little Avon River and other rivers and streams in the Vale of Berkeley from 04:00 PM on 04/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast this evening. River levels will rise steadily throughout the evening on Monday 04/12/2023 and are expected to peak in the early hours of 05/12/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue or update this alert and issue warnings if necessary. We are monitoring defences and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Little Avon
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. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Little Avon
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. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Little Avon
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. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.