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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
- Boy, 15, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after teacher injured at school
on February 5, 2026Police were called to Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire on Thursday afternoon.
- Boy, 15, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after teacher injured at schoolon February 5, 2026
Police were called to Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire on Thursday afternoon.
- Starmer apologises to Epstein victims for believing Mandelson's 'lies'
on February 5, 2026The PM says the depth of the pair's relationship was not known when he was appointed US ambassador.
- Officer recalls answering call from Noah's mum to his phone
on February 5, 2026The detective constable was a main contact between the police and Noah's mother Fiona Donohoe.
- UK interest rates held at 3.75% but Bank says future cuts likely
on February 5, 2026The Bank of England has kept borrowing costs unchanged but opened the door to cuts later this year.
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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