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Watford's original name
Watford's original name was Watforda first mentioned in 1007 in Anglo Saxon charter.
Watford's Rivers
The rivers that run through Watford are the River Colne & River Gade.
Watford's first train station
It was called "Watford Railway Station" and opened in 1837 and closed in 1858. Replaced by Watford Junction station. This was part of the London to Birmingham railway.
Watford meaning
The meaning of Watford from old English is thought to be "Waet" meaning full of water and "ford" shallow place on a river.
BBC Latest News
Latest news stories from the UK
- Police issue misinformation warning over girl's weapons arrest
on August 27, 2025Footage of the alleged incident in Dundee has been circulating on social media.
- Girl who stabbed teachers fascinated by weapons and war, report says
on August 27, 2025The teenager, who was interested in war and Hitler, had been considered "quirky" prior to the attack.
- Girl who stabbed teachers fascinated by weapons and war, report sayson August 27, 2025
The teenager, who was interested in war and Hitler, had been considered "quirky" prior to the attack.
- 'I'm not a wild animal', says alleged sex attacker
on August 27, 2025Hadush Kebatu, an asylum seeker staying at The Bell Hotel in Epping, denies five charges.
- WW2 bombs hamper efforts to tackle moorland blaze
on August 27, 2025The area was used for tank training and sunken shells have exploded, a senior firefighter says.
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Watford Junction Typical Departures
Every 10-15 min
Platform: 7 or 9
Operator: London Northwestern Railway
Every 20-30 min
Platform: 6 or 8
Operator: London Northwestern Railway
Every 30 min
Platform: 6 or 8
Operator: London Northwestern Railway
Every 30-60 min
Platform: 6 or 8
Operator: London Northwestern Railway
Every 15 min
Platform: 9 or 10
Operator: London Overground