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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
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- Man City found guilty of majority of 115 financial rule breaches
on September 25, 2026The club, which denies all wrongdoing, is accused of breaching the Premier League's financial rules between 2009 and 2018.
- One person taken to hospital after barracks fire
on September 25, 2026An investigation is due to take place after a fire at an accommodation block at Catterick Garrison.
- Glasgow City Council pauses plan to fire and rehire 23,000 staff
on September 25, 2026Talks between the council and three unions will resume early next week to try to reach a new deal on pay.
- Glasgow City Council pauses plan to fire and rehire 23,000 staffon September 25, 2026
Talks between the council and three unions will resume early next week to try to reach a new deal on pay.
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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