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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
- Bridge shuts three times in two days due to overweight vehicles
on May 27, 2026The Menai Suspension Bridge, in Anglesey, is closed for the third time in about 24 hours.
- Sturgeon defends 'no comment' police interview after SNP funds probe arrest
on May 27, 2026The former SNP leader's solicitor says her response was "standard" and she later provided written answers to detectives' questions.
- Man, 20, sentenced over police racial attacks and 'random violence'
on May 27, 2026The 20-year-old was jailed for 18 months but told he could be freed for time served awaiting the hearing.
- Prosecution opens case against ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in sex abuse trial
on May 27, 2026The former MP has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape.
- Prosecution opens case against ex-DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson in sex abuse trialon May 27, 2026
The former MP has pleaded not guilty to all 18 charges he faces, including one count of rape.
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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