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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.
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BBC Latest News
Latest news stories from the UK
- Lammy urges Labour MPs to back jury trial cuts
on March 10, 2026The justice secretary says the limits are required to stem a growing backlog of cases in crown courts.
- British Airways to suspend UK repatriation flights - latest on travel from Middle East
on March 10, 2026BA cancels more Middle East flights until 28 March, following Iranian strikes across the region in retaliation to US and Israeli bombardment.
- Glasgow Central's main station to remain closed until next week
on March 10, 2026A huge fire destroyed a neighbouring building but Network Rail staff believe the station has not been seriously damaged.
- Glasgow Central's main station to remain closed until next weekon March 10, 2026
A huge fire destroyed a neighbouring building but Network Rail staff believe the station has not been seriously damaged.
- HMS Dragon departs UK for eastern Mediterranean
on March 10, 2026The Type 45 destroyer's main role will be protecting RAF Akrotiri, which was hit with an Iranian-made drone.
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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