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River Nene (old Course) Level & Flow Conditions

Real-time Environment Agency (Defra) river level in metres (m), discharge telemetry, water temperature, and activity suitability ratings at River Nene (old Course) at Bodsey Bridge, East Midlands.

East Midlands · Midlands|EA ID: E43865★ Premier UK River

River Nene (old Course)

Gauging Station: River Nene (old Course) at Bodsey Bridge · Catchment: Old Bedford including the Middle Level

EA Hydrology Model
Activity Intelligence

River Condition Score

1–10 Scale
6.0OUT OF 10Normal Activity
⭐Normal Activity

Standard seasonal conditions. Monitor local gauge and weather.

💡River Advisory:

Conditions suitable for experienced river users.

Typical Range:100.74m – 99.185m
RIVER LEVEL (m)
100.74 m
Typical high: 99.185m
Standard BaselineSteady
NORMAL BOUNDS
100.74m
Typical Low Threshold
Defra ThresholdHigh Flow
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 (99.185m)
99.185m Threshold
24 Hours Ago12 Hours AgoLive Sensor (100.74 m)

River Access & Safety Info

Environment Agency telemetry & public rights of way

Public Waterway
EA
River Nene (old Course) at Bodsey Bridge
Monitored gauging station • Defra Flood Monitoring Network
Active
MAP
Location & Catchment
Old Bedford including the Middle Level • 52.4733°N, -0.0951°W
GPS Set
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Frequently Asked Questions About River Nene (old Course)

What is the current river level of River Nene (old Course)?

Current river level for River Nene (old Course) is measured in metres (m) at Environment Agency station #E43865 (River Nene (old Course) at Bodsey Bridge). Telemetry is logged every 15 minutes by Defra.

Is River Nene (old Course) 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 River Nene (old Course)?

The Environment Agency typical normal range at this station is between 100.74m and 99.185m. Levels within this window represent standard, safe conditions.

Can heavy rain in the catchment cause River Nene (old Course) 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.