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
- Officers hurt as police boat hits Westminster Bridge
on July 24, 2026Police say a number of armed officers entered the River Thames but were recovered after the crash.
- Beach hero tells of attempt to save drowning girl and mum
on July 24, 2026Craig Bowe says he heard screams during a trip to a beach to celebrate his daughter's birthday.
- Firefighting helicopter brought in to tackle Isle of Wight blaze
on July 24, 2026Efforts continue to tackle remaining hotspots in a 25-hectare (62-acre) area of woodland.
- Highland wildfire smoke blows into Aberdeen - 59 miles away
on July 24, 2026Residents as far away as Aberdeen have been advised to keep doors and windows closed as the fire reaches its 10th day.
- Highland wildfire smoke blows into Aberdeen - 59 miles awayon July 24, 2026
Residents as far away as Aberdeen have been advised to keep doors and windows closed as the fire reaches its 10th day.
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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