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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
- Five teenagers stabbed at Halloween party
on November 2, 2026Hampshire Police believes an unknown group gained entry to the party at an address in Chandler's Ford.
- Mother told to book appointment to give birth to her dead baby
on November 2, 2026Newcastle Hospitals NHS Trust apologises for care it says "fell short of the standards" expected.
- Cleft lip filler 'boosts confidence' - but expert warns of exploitation risk
on November 2, 2026Two women from Wales are among the growing number of people having lip filler after cleft lip and palate surgery.
- King to address slavery in Antigua as PM says he is open to possible UK apology
on November 2, 2026King Charles III will deliver a speech to the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting on Tuesday as he concludes his nine-day Caribbean tour.
- Watch: King Charles III caught in torrential downpour at Antigua and Barbuda parade
on November 2, 2026King Charles III and Queen Camilla were standing in an open-air stadium when the rain came on.
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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