Welcome to Watford Town
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
- Tributes to 'inspirational' Olympian Ciara Mageean after death at 34
on November 2, 2026The former European 1500m champion had bowel cancer and died just three weeks after marrying her partner.
- Ryanair says it may freeze workers' pay and raise airfares
on November 2, 2026The airline says fuel prices may rise by €2bn in 2028 unless there is an end to the US-Israel war with Iran.
- Bonnie Tyler Christmas single to be released as husband says he misses her every day
on November 2, 2026Bonnie Tyler's last studio recording will be released as a Christmas single on November 13.
- Hunt for attackers after Halloween party stabbings
on November 2, 2026Three boys aged 16 and two aged 17 were taken to hospital with serious injuries on Saturday night.
- Parents' concerns to trigger urgent checks in A&E
on November 2, 2026Concerns from staff, parents, carers or the child themselves will trigger an immediate escalation of care.
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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