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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
- Man, 92, charged with murder after wife found dead at house
on April 28, 2026Laurence Billam is due in court after the death of Shirley Billam in Millbrook Lane.
- BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher
on April 28, 2026The energy giant said it had seen an "exceptional" performance at its oil trading business.
- Social media restrictions for under-16s even if no ban, minister says
on April 28, 2026The government is consulting on changes as a new social media law goes through its final Parliamentary stages.
- Police to step up patrols after car bomb attack
on April 28, 2026Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck says the public can expect to see increased vehicle checkpoints and patrols following a car bomb attack at the weekend.
- Police to step up patrols after car bomb attackon April 28, 2026
Assistant Chief Constable Davy Beck says the public can expect to see increased vehicle checkpoints and patrols following a car bomb attack at the weekend.
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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