Welcome to Watford Town
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
- Woman killed in dog attack at house named
on April 12, 2026Police say the seized dog - a family pet - is believed to be a Lurcher cross.
- Touring exhibit showcases royal photography
on April 12, 2026Jeremy Kimmel at The Amelia Scott says the town has been shaped by centuries of royal connections.
- Two in hospital after bus crashes down embankment in the Highlands
on April 12, 2026The bus, believed to be operated by Ember, left the road on Sunday morning north of Aviemore.
- Dan Walker to appear at tribunal as ex co-host brings bullying claim
on April 12, 2026ITN, which is also named as a respondent to Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije' case, said it is "denied in full".
- Eamonn Holmes thanks well-wishers after suffering stroke
on April 12, 2026"We're taking it one step at a time," Declan Holmes also said, as his 66-year-old father recovers in hospital.
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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