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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
- The Traitors and Idris Elba bring the laughs on Comic Relief
on March 20, 2026The charity telethon takes place on Friday night and will be hosted by Davina McCall.
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on March 20, 2026The outbreak, which has killed two people, is thought to have originated at a Canterbury nightclub.
- Killer 'should have been arrested before attacks'
on March 20, 2026The former Nottinghamshire Police Chief Constable Kate Meynell has given evidence to the Nottingham Inquiry.
- Hillsborough Law to be further delayed
on March 20, 2026The prime minister had promised to pass the legislation by 15 April 2025, to mark the 36th anniversary of the disaster.
- Border security chief to step down after 18 months in the job
on March 20, 2026Martin Hewitt had been tasked with cutting the numbers trying to get to the UK in small boats.
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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