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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
- Ice and flood warnings for parts of UK as cool weather continues
on February 15, 2026More than 70 flood warnings have also been issued by the Environment Agency after heavy rain.
- Weston & Stoecker win GB's second gold of day
on February 15, 2026Team GB win two Winter Olympic titles on one day for the first time as Matt Weston and Tabitha Stoecker clinch mixed team skeleton gold.
- Andrew's time as trade envoy should be investigated, says Vince Cable
on February 15, 2026The former prince's alleged actions were "totally unacceptable", the ex-business secretary says.
- Delivery van 'stuck on deadliest mudflat footpath'
on February 15, 2026HM Coastguard Southend says the van driver had been trying to get to Foulness Island.
- Man dies after entering flood water in police chase
on February 15, 2026Derbyshire Police said it had referred itself to the policing watchdog.
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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