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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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Latest news stories from the UK
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- Care worker who helped boss with child abuse jailed for 25 yearson June 8, 2026
Malcolm Phillips, 93, is given an absolute discharge, while Linda Brunning is jailed for 25 years.
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on June 8, 2026Sir Jeffrey Donaldson has pleaded not guilty to 18 sex abuse charges and his wife, Lady Eleanor Donaldson, denies five charges related to aiding and abetting.
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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