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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
- Five taken to hospital after gas explosion at farm
on February 21, 2026All five are taken to hospital as a precaution following the incident, which involved a food truck.
- Man taken to hospital after Lurgan 'stabbing incident'
on February 21, 2026The Police Service of Northern Ireland (PSNI) said a woman in her 20s has been arrested and is assisting police with their enquiries.
- Arrests amid Britain First march and protests
on February 21, 2026The arrests are in relation to offences including assault on an emergency worker, police say.
- TikToker army medic, 25, found dead at barracks
on February 21, 2026Lucy Wilde's brother says she was "strength wrapped in softness" and served with "courage and pride".
- Alba Party 'unlikely' to stand in Scottish Parliament election
on February 21, 2026Leader Kenny MacAskill said the party faced an "immediate crisis" and it was unlikely it would be able to register for the Holyrood elections.
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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