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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
- Teen tried to buy gun for terrorist attack, court told
on April 8, 2026The court hears he was caught by MI5 operatives in a supermarket car park trying to buy the gun.
- Maritime drone sector to get £50m boost
on April 8, 2026An MP welcomes the investment but says more needs to be done so industry can stay afloat.
- RSPCA says 250 dogs found crammed into one home
on April 8, 2026The animal charity says it has been forced to refute that an image of the dogs was AI-generated.
- Starmer says a lot of work remains to make US-Iran ceasefire hold
on April 8, 2026The prime minister says fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz would help "stabilise" prices in the UK.
- Pastor charged after man drowned during baptism
on April 8, 2026Robert Smith, 61, died from drowning at an address in Erdington in October 2023.
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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