Welcome to Watford Town
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
- Spring's hot weather to be treat for nature loverson April 25, 2025
A spell of hot weather will give a boost to nature as migratory birds return and butterflies emerge.
- What's been learnt from paddleboard tragedy that claimed four lives?on April 25, 2025
As a woman is jailed, how did this tragedy happen and how can we prevent it happening again?
- Scots in Rome and at home prepare for Pope's funeralon April 25, 2025
First Minister John Swinney is among the Scots who have travelled to the Italian capital for the ceremony.
- Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner revealedon April 25, 2025
Viewers vote for their favourite in Friday's final out of the six stars left in the reality TV house.
- BBC licence fee 'unenforceable', says culture secretaryon April 25, 2025
Lisa Nandy tells the Telegraph "no options are off the table" when it comes to its review into the broadcaster's charter.
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