Shepton Mallet to Lower Godney including Garston Street, Leg Square, Lower Lane, Longbridge and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet and properties in Bowlish, Darshill, Croscombe, Dulcote, Coxley, Fenny Castle, Wookey, Upper Godney and Lower Godney.
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The red highlighted area on the map below outlines the area covered by this Flood Warning.
Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area.
River Sheppey
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 18 December 2025 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Sheppey , with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet and the area around Jack's Bridge in Croscombe. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend, 21/22 December. We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing blockages from debris screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 19 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
The River Sheppey is rising quickly and river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. Flooding is expected from 6:15 AM on 19/10/2024. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet and the area around Jack's Bridge in Croscombe. Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout Saturday morning, and no further flooding is expected once this peak passes. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening. Flooding is expected from 8:00 PM on 16/10/2024. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet and the area around Jack's Bridge in Croscombe. Flooding is expected as river levels are now rising rapidly due to heavy rainfall earlier this evening. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one, and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
River levels are rising on the River Sheppey due to heavy rainfall today. This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected from around 5PM today, 23/09/2024. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet, and the area around Jack’s Bridge in Croscombe. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one, and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. We are continually monitoring rainfall and river levels, and staff have been out checking rivers and weed screens in the area for blockages. Further rainfall is forecast tonight, before dry conditions are forecast tomorrow. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM tomorrow, 24/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
The river levels on the River Sheppey have started to rise in response to the rainfall this morning but are still below the midday peak yesterday. Further rainfall showers, heavy at times, are forecast during Thursday and into Friday. This flood warning remains in force as a precaution as the river may reach levels of concern during Thursday afternoon. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet, and the area around Jack’s Bridge in Croscombe. We will continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels closely and are checking weed screens and rivers for blockages. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and aware of the situation. Keep any property flood protection products you have in place and refer to your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 6PM on Thursday 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
The river levels have now fallen on the River Sheppey as a result of the drier weather during Wednesday afternoon and evening. The current risk of flooding has now past, but this flood warning remains in force as a precaution. A band of rainfall is forecast from around 4AM tomorrow morning and showers are possible throughout the day. The river is likely to rise again and may cause further flooding early Thursday morning onwards. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet, and the area around Jack’s Bridge in Croscombe. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Consider activating any property flood protection products, if you have not already done so. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 4 PM on Thursday 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
River levels are rising rapidly on the River Sheppey due to heavy rainfall this morning. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet, and the area around Jack’s Bridge in Croscombe. Flooding is possible from 11:15 AM onwards. Rainfall is forecast to last until around 5 PM today, Wednesday 21/02/2024, and river levels are forecast to rise this morning. Further rainfall is also forecast early on Thursday morning. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Consider activating any property flood protection products, if you have not already done so. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 4 PM on Wednesday 21/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
River levels have risen on the River Sheppey due to heavy rainfall this evening. This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected tonight, potentially commencing at approximately 2 AM. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet, and the area around Jack’s Bridge in Croscombe. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one, and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. We are continually monitoring rainfall and river levels, and staff have been out checking rivers and weed screens in the area for blockages. Further rainfall is forecast tonight and on Sunday morning, before the front clears the area leaving a predominantly dry Sunday afternoon. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Sunday 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
River levels have risen on the River Sheppey, due to heavy rainfall this evening. This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected tonight, potentially commencing at approximately 2 AM. Areas most at risk include the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet, and the area around Jack’s Bridge in Croscombe. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one, and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. We are continually monitoring rainfall and river levels, and staff have been out checking rivers and weed screens in the area for blockages. Further rainfall is forecast tonight and on Sunday morning, before the front clears the area leaving a predominantly dry Sunday afternoon. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Sunday 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Sheppey
River levels are rising rapidly on the River Sheppey due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect the area around Charlton Viaduct, the Cider Factory and Draycott Road in Shepton Mallet and the area around Jack’s Bridge in Croscombe. from 6:30 PM tonight. Further rainfall is forecast this evening, but this should clear the area by midnight. Friday and the weekend are forecast to be largely dry. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely and incident response staff have been checking rivers in the area for blockages. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have, and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 4 PM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.