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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
- MP rejects criticism for standing near masked men in Scarva
on June 7, 2026Carla Lockhart responded to criticism by saying she was there to stand with her community and to try to reduce tensions.
- Man arrested 22 years after teen murdered in Leeds
on June 7, 2026Tyrone Clarke's mother says the family has been living "with this shadow over us" for 22 years.
- Royal Mail delivers new parent magazine to father 19 years late
on June 7, 2026Paul Edwards, 52, was left baffled after the magazine finally arrived almost two decades late.
- Cancelled Cornwall show costs traders thousands
on June 7, 2026The final day of the Royal Cornwall Show was cancelled on Saturday due to a strong winds.
- Son calls for prisoner exchange for British couple jailed in Iran
on June 7, 2026Craig and Lindsay Foreman's son urges the UK to explore a prisoner exchange to secure their release.
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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