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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
- Record 230 people cross Channel in one small boat
on August 10, 2026The boat made the journey on Saturday, when a total of 258 migrants made the crossing on four boats.
- Ban on 'subscription traps' brought forward by three months
on August 10, 2026The prime minister is embarking on a UK tour with a series of announcements aimed at easing living costs.
- Thames Water gave finance boss a £1m signing-on fee
on August 10, 2026The seven-figure payment was given to Steve Buck as part of package to persuade him to join the troubled utility company.
- Rare £3.7m Ferrari seized in police crackdown
on August 10, 2026Ninety vehicles worth more than £8m were seized in a weekend operation in central London.
- 'Roll on 2027' as Fleadh 2026 comes to an end
on August 10, 2026The 2026 festival was being hosted in the city for the first time and ended on Sunday.
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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