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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to and including Oxford

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Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible from the afternoon of 17 November 2025 . 

Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible, especially in the Thrupp area. No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to rise until tonight 17/11/25. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 

This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 18 November 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: River Cherwell and its tributaries from Lower Heyford down to Oxford including Rousham, Enslow, Thrupp, Hampton Poyle and East Kidlington.

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