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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
- Hottest May day on record in UK as temperatures pass 34C
on May 25, 2026It comes after the UK recorded its warmest May night on Sunday when temperatures reached 19.4C.
- Met police to share more bodycam footage online
on May 25, 2026The force said the move would help people understand the "very challenging role" police carry out.
- Woman dies after being shot outside Sheffield bar
on May 25, 2026Three people are in custody after the 30-year-old was found with serious injuries early on Monday.
- Portable charger problems on flights 'on the rise', watchdog warns
on May 25, 2026The CAA says 'more awareness' of the fire risks is needed and asks passengers to 'do the right thing'.
- Body found after boy, 15, goes missing in lake
on May 25, 2026Declan Sawyer's school tells of a "devastating" loss after his body was found by police in Lincoln.
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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