Lower Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch

Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today.  Flooding is expected on 28 January 2026 and 29 January 2026.  Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. Levels along the Lower Dorset Stour are continuing to rise steadily following recent rainfall. Flooding is affecting Redhill and Wheatplot Home Sites, Iford Bridge Home Park, and surrounding properties. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities and continue to monitor 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 1:00PM on 29 January 2026 or as the situation changes.