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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
- Brand moved from Wandsworth to category C prison, his wife confirms on podcast
on November 15, 2026The convicted rapist has been moved to HMP Littlehey, which houses sex offenders.
- Tories pledge to halt screen-based school exams and cut coursework
on November 15, 2026The party says its proposals for England aim to address excessive screen time and over-reliance on AI.
- UK will have 'voice' but no vote on EU food rules in Brexit reset
on November 15, 2026EU minister Hamish Falconer insists Britain would have some influence on policy as part of a new deal.
- Prince Harry praises war veterans on surprise visit to Ukraine
on November 15, 2026He has been showing support for injured veterans in Ukraine and praising the country's resilience.
- Trident submarine returns home after record-breaking undersea patrol
on November 15, 2026Defence Secretary Wes Streeting was at HM Naval Base Clyde to welcome the crew after the longest deployment at sea for a British vessel.
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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