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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 investigate 'death to the IDF' chants led by Bobby Vylan at rally
on March 15, 2026Around 1,000 officers managed protesters and counter-protesters on opposite sides of the River Thames.
- UK looking at 'all options' to secure key oil route through Strait of Hormuz
on March 15, 2026The energy secretary also hinted at the possibility of sending minesweeping drones to the region.
- UK must build own nuclear missiles to end reliance on US, say Lib Dems
on March 15, 2026Sir Ed Davey is calling on the government to start work on a "fully independent British nuclear deterrent".
- Floral tributes left after death of baby girl
on March 15, 2026A baby girl dies from a height and a woman is arrested on suspicion of murder.
- Swinney tells UK government to 'get a move on' with heating oil support
on March 15, 2026The first minister responds to Chancellor Rachel Reeves' promise of help with rising energy costs caused by war in the Middle East
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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