Preston flooding: United Utilities suspend water rates for flood hit homes and businesses

Walton-le-Dale

News and information about the village of Walton-le-Dale. Although not officially part of Preston, Walton-le-Dale is the gateway to the south-eastern side of the city and also contains the Capitol Retail Park.

Preston and Lancashire households affected by flooding during and since Boxing Day are to receive a boost from United Utilities. The water firm has suspended all charges to homes and businesses […]

8 years ago Preston flooding: Funding available for every flooded household and business

Homeowners in Preston and Lancashire who were affected by flooding are to receive funding. Every household affected by the Boxing Day floods are to receive £500. Lancashire County Council is […]

8 years ago Preston flooding: Walton le Dale business counts cost after flood water enters offices

Walton-le-Dale businesses have begun counting the cost of flooding on their premises. Freight business Freightlink in Chorley Road were flooded during Boxing Day. Around seven inches of flood water got […]

8 years ago Watch Red Rocks bridge at Hoghton being swept away by River Darwen

A bridge over the River Darwen near Preston has been swept away in the floods. The river turned into a raging torrent during Boxing Day and just after lunchtime the […]

8 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Preston flooding: Aerial pictures show River Ribble and flooded fields

Aerial pictures show the extent of flooding around the River Ribble in Preston. Chris Taylor sent his drone up to capture the flood plain around the Ribble. It shows how […]

8 years ago Preston flooding: Homes pumped in Walton le Dale as flood warnings are stood down

Preston has awoken to no rain on Sunday for the first time in more than 36 hours. Torrential downpours from Christmas Day evening onwards led to widespread flooding and record […]

8 years ago Watch River Ribble pressure on Walton le Dale flood wall as residents evacuate homes

Surface water is swilling around on Walton-le-Dale’s road network as the River Ribble continues to run high. Drivers are being urged to slow down particularly along Victoria Road. Water is […]

8 years ago Preston flooding: Walton Green homes evacuated as River Darwen floods

Eleven homes in Walton-le-Dale have been abandoned after flood water set in. Walton Green saw surface water come down the road and the drains were overwhelmed. Residents have been forced […]

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