Pictures show scale of drought across England as rivers dry up
Summary
More than half of England is now in drought due to very dry and hot weather that has lowered rivers and dried out parks and fields. This is the third drought in five years, with signs showing the effects of climate change making droughts more common and longer.Key Facts
- England has been declared in drought for the third time in five years (2022, 2025, and 2026).
- Rivers like the Thames and the Wye have lowered so much that riverbeds are exposed.
- Several parks and green spaces in London and other areas have become dry and brown.
- Some locations are experiencing their fourth heatwave this year.
- Reservoirs such as Howden and Walthamstow Wetlands have shrunk due to lack of rain.
- Scientists link increased drought risk to climate change causing higher summer temperatures.
- Sports fields, including golf courses and cricket grounds, are noticeably dry and patchy.
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