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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
- How Prince George will follow in his father's footsteps at Eton College
on June 16, 2026The prince is set to attend the elite boarding school from September, Kensington Palace has announced.
- UK forces face operational cuts without more cash, defence chief warns
on June 16, 2026It comes as ex-defence secretary John Healey says the UK's enemies "do not follow timetables set by the Treasury".
- Prince George to attend Eton College from September
on June 16, 2026He will follow in the footsteps of his father, the Prince of Wales, who also attended the private school.
- Russian warship fires warning shots near UK-registered yacht in Channel
on June 16, 2026BBC News understands the yacht had drifted towards the Admiral Grigorovich, a Russian frigate which has been operating in the Channel.
- UK will play full part in reopening Strait of Hormuz, Starmer says
on June 16, 2026The prime minister says the UK is working with other countries on a plan to protect vessels in the key waterway.
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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