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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
- Murder investigation launched after baby's death
on March 14, 2026A 43-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.
- Swinney promises £500m childcare boost and more GP walk-in clinics
on March 14, 2026The first minister told his party's spring conference he will extend childcare if re-elected in May.
- Swinney promises £500m childcare boost and more GP walk-in clinicson March 14, 2026
The first minister told his party's spring conference he will extend childcare if re-elected in May.
- 'The pain of being falsely accused of rape will last a lifetime'
on March 14, 2026Men have told of the effect on their lives after a woman was jailed for making the bogus claims.
- Former Labour minister dies after cancer diagnosis
on March 14, 2026The ex-Oldham MP Phil Woolas battled brain cancer for more than a year, his family says.
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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