Flash flooding in Much Wenlock as heavy rain hits town
Heavy rain brought flash flooding to a Shropshire town on Monday evening.
A number of roads in Much Wenlock quickly filled with standing water as the county was gripped by a storm warning.
The A458 outside The Gaskell Arms, High Street and Bourton Road were among those affected, with drivers seen making their way through the water.
William Brookes School announced on Tuesday morning that it would not be fully open.
A statement said: "Due to floods in Much Wenlock yesterday and the impact of that, school only open to students taking their exams today. Please see communication from school with more detail."
Much Wenlock Leisure Centre also closed early on Monday as a result of the weather.
A statement on its Facebook page said: "Due to the heavy rain and flooding around the centre we have taken the decision to close the centre tonight from 7.30pm.
"Unfortunately the rain is now flooding the main corridor."
The Met Office weather warning had ended by 10pm on Monday, with no more rain forecast this week.
