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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
- Police cordon after 'serious' cyclist crash at Hyde Park Corner
on May 23, 2026Grosvenor Place, a major dual carriageway linking Hyde Park Corner with Victoria along the perimeter of Buckingham Palace, was closed at 19:00 on Saturday.
- Man dies after falling from city centre building
on May 23, 2026A forensic tent is in place outside the Maldron hotel with road closures in place.
- Hottest day of year as 30.5C recorded and temperatures set to soar
on May 23, 2026Amber heat health alerts are in place for the Midlands, eastern and south-east England.
- France suspends extra EU border checks at Dover after hours-long queues
on May 23, 2026The port said extra checks would be suspended, after travellers faced queues as temperatures soared.
- France suspends extra EU border checks at Dover after hours-long queueson May 23, 2026
The port said extra checks would be suspended, after travellers faced queues as temperatures soared.
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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