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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
- Three men found not guilty of journalist Lyra McKee's murder
on July 3, 2026The 29-year-old was shot while observing rioting in Londonderry in April 2019.
- Three men found not guilty of journalist Lyra McKee's murderon July 3, 2026
The 29-year-old was shot while observing rioting in Londonderry in April 2019.
- Henry Nowak's killer appeals conviction and sentence
on July 3, 2026Vickrum Digwa is serving a minimum of 21 years behind bars after fatally stabbing the student.
- Dine-and-dash pair enjoy lavish seafood meal and eight Cokes without paying
on July 3, 2026The customers were captured on CCTV enjoying seafood and drinks on Monday.
- Greek man found guilty of murdering Scottish woman in Crete
on July 3, 2026The man is sentenced to 10 years for killing Jean Hanlon from Dumfries, who was found in the waters off the Greek island in 2009.
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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