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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
- Why one school has banned phones for some pupils - but not others
on April 13, 2026Schools across Wales say phone bans improve behaviour but can mean conflict with pupils and parents.
- Man, 74, dies after being hit by car in Broughty Ferry
on April 13, 2026The 55-year-old driver has been charged in connection with the incident and is due to appear at Dundee Sheriff Court on Tuesday.
- Southport killer's parents failed in 'moral duty' to report son
on April 13, 2026Failing to appreciate the danger the killer posed led to "catastrophic consequences", an inquiry finds.
- Southport killer's parents failed in 'moral duty' to report sonon April 13, 2026
Failing to appreciate the danger the killer posed led to "catastrophic consequences", an inquiry finds.
- Killer 'hid in the shadows', lawyer tells inquiry
on April 13, 2026The Nottingham Inquiry has heard from the leading prosecution counsel in the case.
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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