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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
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- Man, 28, charged with murder of Ann Widdecombeon July 20, 2026
Joshua Kerry from Rotherham will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday.
- Jo Stevens to leave Welsh secretary post
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- Benn leaving role as NI secretary - but there's much unfinished business
on July 20, 2026Hilary Benn is being replaced as part of a Cabinet reshuffle by the new Prime Minister, Andy Burnham.
- Ofcom unable to take further legal action against suicide forum
on July 20, 2026The regulator said it had "no further legal routes available" under the Online Safety Act.
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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