Flood Warning Info - Middle Avon at The Close and The Friary including Salisbury College, Salisbury
Area Description
The Close, De Vaux Place, The Friary, Greyfriars Close, Eyres Way, Cathedral Court, Carmelite Way and Salisbury College in Salisbury.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Flood Warning Currently in Force
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2026 11:32
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels remain high and flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road.
River levels remain very high following recent rainfall and the high groundwater. The weather remains unsettled and further rain is forecast over the next couple of days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have.
Please take care and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 13 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Area Covered by this Flood Warning
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Flood Warning History
Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2026 13:47
Hampshire River Avon
This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high and are continuing to rise due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. More rain showers are expected today and over the next few days, which may cause further river level rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Continue using any flood protection products you may have and acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 12 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2026 13:20
Hampshire River Avon
This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high and are continuing to rise due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. More rain showers are expected today and over the next few days, which may cause further river level rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Continue using any flood protection products you may have and acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 11 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2026 14:45
Hampshire River Avon
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 09 February 2026 .
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further flooding is expected from today as river levels are rising due to continued prolonged rainfall and rising groundwater levels. Further rainfall is forecast today and the next few days, which may cause further rivel level rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Activate any flood protection products you may have and start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 10 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2026 14:08
Hampshire River Avon
This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. More bands of rain are expected throughout the day today and over the next few days, and rivers may react and rise further. We are closely monitoring the situation. Continue using any flood protection products you may have and acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 9 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Feb 2026 10:45
Hampshire River Avon
This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. The weather continues to be unsettled, and further rainfall is expected today and over the next few days, which will keep river levels high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Continue using any flood protection products you may have and acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 8 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Feb 2026 14:05
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels are rising due to recent prolonged rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible. Further rain is forecast for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:30PM on 07 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Feb 2026 13:19
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels are steady but remain high due to to prolonged rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible. Further rain is forecast for today and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:30PM on 06 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Feb 2026 15:13
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels are steady but remain high due to to prolonged rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible. Further rain is forecast for tomorrow and Friday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:30PM on 05 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Feb 2026 14:39
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
River levels remain very high following recent rainfall and high groundwater. Further rain is forecast for tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 4:30PM on 04 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2026 15:48
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 02 February 2026 .
River levels remain very high following recent rainfall and high groundwater. Further rain is forecast for tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 4:30PM on 03 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2026 16:40
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels remain high due to prolonged rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible. Locations most affected will be areas around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further rain is expected today and over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 2 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2026 17:47
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible. Locations most affected will be areas around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further showers are forecast throughout the weekend with heavier rain expected from Monday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have. Please take care and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 1 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2026 18:08
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Locations most affected will be areas around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further rain is expected tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. People in this area should continue to monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 31 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2026 18:43
Hampshire River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Locations most affected will be areas around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further rain is expected tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. People in this area should continue to monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 30 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 15:01
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 28 January 2026 . Locations most affected will be areas around the Close and West Harnham We are closely monitoring the situation . Activate any flood protection products you may have . This message will be updated by 6:30PM on 29 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2026 18:33
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 27 January 2026 .
Locations most affected will be areas around the Close and West Harnham
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Activate any flood protection products you may have .
This message will be updated by 6:31PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2025 08:45
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are causing flooding in the area. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. We are closely monitoring river levels.
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 03/02/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2025 08:45
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are causing flooding in the area. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. We are closely monitoring river levels.
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 9:00 AM on 02/02/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2025 08:52
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are causing flooding in the area. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. More settled weather is predicted from today. We are closely monitoring river levels.
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 9:00 AM on 01/02/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2025 08:25
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are causing flooding in the area. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 9:00 AM on 31/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2025 10:27
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are causing flooding throughout today. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout today. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 9:00 AM on 30/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2025 07:57
Hampshire River Avon
High river levels are causing flooding throughout today. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 9:00 AM on 29/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2025 13:45
Hampshire River Avon
Rising river levels are causing flooding throughout the afternoon. Areas most at risk include West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 9:00 AM on 28/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Dec 2024 15:18
Hampshire River Avon
River levels are now steady, but remain high.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road.
Further flooding is expected as river levels remain high due to rainfall and high groundwater.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 09/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Dec 2024 14:33
Hampshire River Avon
Slowly rising river levels are expected to cause flooding tomorrow.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Hampshire Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road.
Further flooding is expected tomorrow afternoon as river levels are rising due to rainfall and high groundwater.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 07/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2024 12:21
River Avon
River levels are high on the Upper Hampshire Avon.
Areas most at risk include The Close, De Vaux Place, The Friary, Greyfriars Close, Eyres Way, Cathedral Court, Carmelite Way and Salisbury College in Salisbury.
Flooding is affecting The Close, De Vaux Place, The Friary, Greyfriars Close, Eyres Way, Cathedral Court, Carmelite Way and Salisbury College in Salisbury from 07:00 PM on 05/01/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast, but groundwater levels are adding to the river flows.
River levels are high but are beginning to reduce.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 09/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 17:57
River Avon
River levels are high but beginning to recede on the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon, River Nadder, Upper Hampshire Avon.
Areas most at risk include The Close, De Vaux Place, The Friary, Greyfriars Close, Eyres Way, Cathedral Court, Carmelite Way and Salisbury College in Salisbury.
Flooding is affecting The Close, De Vaux Place, The Friary, Greyfriars Close, Eyres Way, Cathedral Court, Carmelite Way and Salisbury College in Salisbury from 07:00 PM on 05/01/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast, but groundwater levels are rising.
River levels are high but are beginning to reduce.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 08/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 17:30
River Avon
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon, River Nadder, Upper Hampshire Avon.
Areas most at risk include The Close, De Vaux Place, The Friary, Greyfriars Close, Eyres Way, Cathedral Court, Carmelite Way and Salisbury College in Salisbury.
Flooding is affecting The Close, De Vaux Place, The Friary, Greyfriars Close, Eyres Way, Cathedral Court, Carmelite Way and Salisbury College in Salisbury from 07:00 PM on 05/01/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast, but groundwater levels are rising.
River levels are high and forecast to rise further.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
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 05:00 PM on 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Jan 2023 03:20
River Avon
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
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