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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
- Woman, 40, dies in three-vehicle crash
on September 24, 2026Karen Stewart was one of five people taken to hospital after a crash on the Moira Road on Saturday but later died from her injuries.
- 'It has broken us as a family,' mother of poison seller victim tells hearing
on September 24, 2026Tanya Whitaker broke down before she spoke of how her son Samuel's death had devastated her family.
- Crisis-hit gender service cancelled 60 surgeries this year, Welsh health minister says
on September 24, 2026It is the first time figures have been given for numbers of surgeries cancelled by the service.
- Sex offender bailed to flat near playground where he targeted children
on September 24, 2026Victims of Zapher Dogen were living close to the 32-year-old, who admitted multiple offences.
- Sex offender bailed to flat near playgroundon September 24, 2026
Victims of Zapher Dogen were living close to the 32-year-old, who admitted multiple offences.
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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