Watford FC
The latest Watford emblem changed the font on the wordmark again and used the previous emblem’s red deer’s head on a black and yellow section with red outline.
Watford FC
1982 - 2001
In 1982 Watford changed the font size on the wordmark "Watford" and redesigned the deer head. Continued with the two sections in black and yellow with a red outline.
Watford FC
1979 - 1982
In 1979 Watford changed the font on the wordmark "Watford" and kept the deer's head on a black and yellow sections.
Watford FC
1978 - 1979
In 1978, a new era started in the history of the logo. The emblem featured the head of a red deer inside a stylized shield divided into two fields, red and black. The word “Watford” was placed above and initials "FC" on both sides of red deer.
Watford FC
1974 - 1977
A cartoon version known as ‘Harry the Hornet’ appeared in 1974 but proved unpopular with the hornets faithful and was soon lost to the archives.
Watford FC
1972 - 1974
On the 1974 logo, an anthropomorphized hornet could be seen. The badge featured a hornet above the letters “WFC.”
Watford FC
1968 - 1972
In the later part of the 1960s the club brought in a brand new circular design, with the focus pushed to a roaring hornet. The initials "W.F.C." in black arched around the hornet.
Watford FC
1959 - 1968
Back to the original shield from 1927, with initials "WFC" in yellow on a black shield on a yellow background.
Watford FC
1958 - 1959
In 1957 saw the arrival of a blue shield, in it a hart and the initials "W.F.C" in white above the banner with wordmark "WATFORD" in white on a blue background.
Watford FC
1950 - 1958
A shield with a side view of a deer's head above the initials "W.F.C" in black with a football below.
Watford FC
1927 - 1950
A white shield with black trim and initials "WFC."
Watford FC
1898 - 1927
The first emblem Watford have been unofficially associated with is in fact the coat of arms of Watford Borough Council. The wavy blue and white lines are intended to represent the River Colne and its banks. The gold escallops were taken from the arms of the Earl of Clarendon, Watford’s first Mayor.
The fasces or bundle of rods with an axe in the centre denote magisterial authority and the Roman station said to have been at Watford. The gold cross on blue is from the arms of St. Albans, the greater part of Watford having at one time belonged to the Abbey of St. Albans. The harts represents Hertfordshire. The motto is Audentior and means “Bolder”.
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Get ready for the Premier League Team Logo Battle as the Watford F.C. logo faces rival team crests. The Watford FC primary logo features a bold shield with the distinctive hart (often associated with the club’s hornet identity), representing strength, heritage, and the club’s proud connection to Watford. Its striking red and yellow colors highlight energy, determination, and competitive spirit.
More than a visual emblem, the Watford FC logo represents loyalty, resilience, and unity among supporters. Fans proudly rally behind this recognizable crest as it enters the ultimate team logo battle. With its unique symbol and strong shield design, the Watford emblem captures the passion, tradition, and determination that define the club and its devoted fan base.
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Watford FC Logo History
The Watford FC logo history took a major turn in the 1960s with the introduction of a hornet. However, the most iconic change occurred in 1978. The club adopted the "Hart" (a male deer) to reflect the heraldry of Hertfordshire. Therefore, the Watford FC logo became a tribute to the club's geographic roots. This bold design helped define the team during their historic rise under Graham Taylor.
In recent years, fans have debated a Watford FC new logo design to return to the hornet imagery. You can visit our Luton Town FC logo page to see how their fierce rivals have also updated their branding. The current Watford FC logo remains the red hart on a yellow shield. This look ensures the "Golden Boys" stand out in any competition worldwide.
The Watford FC logo continues to represent a community-focused club with a rich top-flight pedigree. You can visit the Watford FC team history page to learn more about their legendary victories. We maintain a detailed record of the Watford FC logo history for all historians. Every version of the Watford FC new logo captures a specific era of passion at Vicarage Road.