Flood Warning Issued for River Trent at High Marnham and Low Marnham

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Trent at High Marnham and Low Marnham. The alert was officially raised at 4:57 PM on March 2, 2026, following the detection of a localized flooding hazard.

Affected Areas

This warning is specifically targeted at caravans located at the Marnham Meadows Holiday Park, situated off Hollowgate Road in High Marnham, Nottinghamshire. According to the Environment Agency, no other properties in the Marnham area are currently considered at risk.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors at the Marnham Meadows Holiday Park should monitor the situation closely. It is advised to avoid flood-prone access routes within the park. Environment Agency staff are currently on-site to manage the hazard, and residents should follow any direct instructions provided by officials or site management.

Expected Conditions

The risk is driven by a blockage in the Old Trent watercourse near the holiday park. This obstruction is threatening both properties and access points within the specific area of the park. The Environment Agency has deployed staff to inspect the blockage and is currently deploying pumps to mitigate the water levels.

Timeline

The warning is effective immediately as of March 2, 2026. An update on the situation is expected to be issued by 11:00 PM on March 2, 2026, or earlier if conditions change significantly.