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
- Competition for degree apprenticeships quadruples as university costs rise
on August 19, 2026The popularity of degree apprenticeships has grown as the cost of university has come under increased scrutiny.
- Fire engulfs London waste centre
on August 19, 2026Some London Overground trains are suspended due to the blaze at a recycling centre on Landman Way.
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- Burnham unveils plan to get rough sleepers off streets for Christmas
on August 19, 2026Rough sleepers in England will be offered housing, in a move likened to the “Everyone In” initiative during the pandemic.
- Jump in energy bills drives UK inflation to highest rate for four months
on August 19, 2026The 2.9% rise in inflation in July had been widely expected by economists, with Chancellor John Healey saying the Iran war “continues to impact prices here at home”.
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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