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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
- Fires halt trains between London and Stansted Airport
on August 2, 2026Multiple routes have been affected by the fires, which broke out near the tracks in Waltham Cross.
- Man admits transporting Scottish woman's body in suitcase, Greek police say
on August 2, 2026The man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, as well as robbery and weapons offences.
- Man admits transporting Scottish woman's body in suitcase, Greek police sayon August 2, 2026
The man was arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, as well as robbery and weapons offences.
- Burnham pledges to be 'relentless' in curbing small boat crossings
on August 2, 2026The prime minister says enforcement is increased but there also need to be more safe routes into the UK.
- Four arrested over hate crime attack on ship crew
on August 2, 2026Three of the four are arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, with one man seriously hurt.
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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