Watford - Wikipedia
WEBWatford (/ ˈ w ɒ t f ər d / ⓘ) is a town and borough in Hertfordshire, England, 15 mi (24 km) northwest of Central London, on the banks of the River Colne. Initially a small market town, the Grand Junction Canal encouraged the construction of paper …
Watford Through the Ages - Our History
WEBNov 12, 2020 · A brief outline of the history of the town. Watford began as a settlement in the 12th century when a market was granted to the Abbot of St. Albans as the lord of the manor. He chose a site along a route already used by travellers, where the market continued to be held until 1928.
Our Watford History | Telling the stories of a diverse town
WEBThis site provides a brief history of the town from the twelfth century to date, and a place for the community to share photographs and their memories of Watford. Read about how to find your way around the site.
Watford | Historic Town, River Colne, Grand Union Canal
WEBSep 15, 2024 · Watford, town and borough (district), administrative and historic county of Hertfordshire, England. It is situated on the northwest periphery of London and on the Rivers Colne and Gade and the Grand Union Canal.
HERITAGE TRAIL | Watford Museum
WEBWelcome to our easy to follow, self-guided Heritage Trail of Watford’s Town Centre High Street. Discover and find out more about our distinctive buildings and surroundings by starting at any point on the map. Our QR codes share fun facts and information about our rich local history.
Our history: The events that shaped Watford
WEBSep 16, 2018 · 1693 – The first version of Benskins Brewery is founded by John Pope. 1798 – The Grand Junction Canal is built through Watford. 1837 – The first part of the railway line opens in Watford. 1838 – Watford Workhouse opens. 1841 – Hertfordshire gets its first constabulary. 1858 – Watford Junction opens.
The History of Watford news from the Watford Observer
WEBHistory of Watford. By Mary Forsyth Watford began as a settlement in the 12th century when the Abbot of St Albans who owned the land here was given permission to hold a weekly market. He chose a site on a slight rise above the ford over the river Colne, along a route already used by travellers.
Watford: A History: A History - Mary Forsyth - Google Books
WEBOct 5, 2015 · This volume explores the history of Watford from the earliest times to the 1970s. Set against a background of some of the major events in English history, it tells the story of how a small...
Using this Website - Our Watford History
WEBWelcome to Our Watford History – a website produced by Watford Museum, in conjunction with the Heritage Lottery Fund. This site provides a brief history of the town from the twelfth century to date, and a place for the community to share photographs and their memories of Watford.
Watford timeline - Watford Museum
WEBThe 1800s saw the greatest and quickest changes to the town. The Grand Union Canal brought new goods and new industries like brewing started. The railways opened in 1837 and more people started to come to Watford to look for work. After World War II, Printing became the most important industry.