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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
- Woman fell from window trying to flee triple killer
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- Woman fell from window trying to flee triple killeron February 26, 2026
A former neighbour of Valdo Calocane was told he could have killed her, years before the attacks.
- Nine local authorities set council tax rises above rate of inflation
on February 26, 2026Households in Aberdeenshire found out on Thursday they will face a double-digit increase in council tax for the second year in a row.
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- No 10 will have no say on which Mandelson papers are released
on February 26, 2026A committee of MPs and peers says the government has confirmed it will not overrule any decision to disclose files.
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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