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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
- 'It's shocking it's come to this' - 5,000 fewer health visitor appointments amid long-running strike
on August 15, 2026Health visitors in one area have been on strike for six months in a row over pay.
- Removing emergency surgery will create 'domino effect', campaigners warn
on August 15, 2026The health minister has been urged not to approve plans to move the service away from Causeway Hospital.
- Temporary ban on disposable BBQs as military deployed to help battle wildfires
on August 15, 2026Single-use grills pose a "significant risk to the public" in current drought and heatwave conditions, the government warns.
- Fires prompt national alert as 19 homes destroyed
on August 15, 2026The prime minister said 37 fires were currently burning across England and Wales
- Fires prompt national alert as 19 homes destroyedon August 15, 2026
The prime minister said 37 fires were currently burning across England and Wales
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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