Colne Brook Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Environment Agency (Defra) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at Colne Brook at Hythe End, South East England.

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Colne Brook

Gauging Station: Colne Brook at Hythe End · Catchment: Colne (Lower)

EA Hydrology Model

Activity Intelligence

River Condition Score

1–10 Scale

10.0OUT OF 10Normal Range

⭐Normal Range

River level is within normal Environment Agency range.

💡River Advisory:

Prime conditions for wild swimming, canoeing, and angling.

Typical Range:0.43m – 2.2m

RIVER LEVEL (m)

0.43 m

Typical high: 2.2m

Standard BaselineSteady

FLOW (m³/s)

15.00 m³/s

~530 CFS

Telemetry RateNormal

WATER TEMP

8°C

Dipping: Cold shock risk

Wild SwimmingWetsuit Advised

AIR & SKY

11°C

Humidity: 65%

Rain: 15%13 km/h W

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Scoring algorithm recalibrates suitability according to water depth, stream power, and weather.

Active: Wild Swimming & Dipping

River bathing, open water swimming & dipping. Ideal in calm, normal river levels with warm sunshine and gentle currents.

Environment Agency Open Data

24-Hour River Level Trend (m)

Defra sensor readings vs. typical normal bounds

Observed Level

Typical High (2.2m)

24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (0.43 m)

River Access & Safety Info

Environment Agency telemetry & public rights of way

Public Waterway

Colne Brook at Hythe End

Monitored gauging station • Defra Flood Monitoring Network

Active

MAP

Location & Catchment

Colne (Lower) • 51.4402°N, -0.5353°W

GPS Set

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Frequently Asked Questions About Colne Brook

What is the current river level of Colne Brook?

Current river level for Colne Brook is measured in metres (m) at Environment Agency station #2894TH (Colne Brook at Hythe End). Telemetry is logged every 15 minutes by Defra.

Is Colne Brook safe for wild swimming, canoeing, or paddling today?

River conditions depend on live gauge depth and streamflow velocity. Riverable UK provides a real-time 1–10 River Activity Score tuned for wild swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and angling. Check the live status badge above before entering the water.

What is the typical normal range for Colne Brook?

The Environment Agency typical normal range at this station is between 0.43m and 2.2m. Levels within this window represent standard, safe conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause Colne Brook to rise rapidly?

Yes, catchment precipitation and surface runoff directly cause water levels to surge. Riverable UK monitors 7-day cumulative precipitation and upstream weather models to alert users to rising spate conditions.

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