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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
- PM to push ahead with controversial defence plan despite resignation
on June 23, 2026The government says it is still planning to publish the spending proposals before a Nato Summit on 7 July.
- Nineteen injured after bus overturns in crash near roundabout
on June 23, 2026Six people have been taken to hospital after the crash on the A484 near Kidwelly.
- Nineteen injured after bus overturns in crash near roundabouton June 23, 2026
Six people have been taken to hospital after the crash on the A484 near Kidwelly.
- Prince William arrives by electric bus for climate event
on June 23, 2026At London Climate Week, Prince William said "history will ask what we did" with evidence on what works to protect the environment.
- Teen boy arrested on suspicion of murder after 14-year-old girl reported missing
on June 23, 2026A body is found in the search for Lilly, 14, who was reported missing on Saturday.
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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