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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
- Final warning for failing health board after nine years of special measures
on June 30, 2026The Welsh government says it will take a more direct role in improving Wales’ largest health board.
- Final warning for failing health board after nine years of special measureson June 30, 2026
The Welsh government says it will take a more direct role in improving Wales’ largest health board.
- From retirement fears to triumphant Wimbledon return for GB's Swan
on June 30, 2026Katie Swan gets her "full-circle moment" at Wimbledon, two years after considering retiring from tennis because of a persistent back injury.
- Three British players win but 13 out in first round
on June 30, 2026Another three British players fall to first-round defeats at Wimbledon - but Katie Swan, Jacob Fearnley and Arthur Fery ensure home representation in the second round.
- Coach called Maddy Cusack a 'psycho', inquest told
on June 30, 2026A team-mate tells an inquest Maddy Cusack was "anxious" about Jonathan Morgan joining Sheffield United.
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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