The Northern Premier League Premier Division fixture list for 2026/27 confirms that the two Warrington clubs will again meet on traditional marquee dates, with local rivalries lined up to draw large crowds.
Key derby dates in local calendar
Warrington Rylands will host the Boxing Day meeting at Gorsey Lane on Saturday 26 December, while Warrington Town will stage the return match at Cantilever Park on Easter Monday, 29 March. The scheduling mirrors last season, when the Boxing Day game ended in a 1-1 draw and the Easter Monday fixture was a 1-0 victory for Rylands, both attracting near-2,000 attendances.
- Season opener for both clubs: Saturday 8 August.
- Town opening fixture: away at Guiseley.
- Town first home game: Cantilever Park, Tuesday 11 August versus Hyde United.
What the opening weeks look like
Rylands begin at Gorsey Lane against FC United of Manchester, a notable fixture given last season’s play-off connections between the sides. They then face a busy early spell that includes matches against incoming clubs such as Bury.
Town’s early schedule features a midweek home fixture for supporters to note: Hyde United visit Cantilever Park on 11 August, with the club’s first weekend home match following on 15 August against Cleethorpes Town. Town will also be at home on the final day of the regular season.
| Club | Opening fixture (8 Aug) | Notable early home match |
|---|---|---|
| Warrington Rylands | FC United of Manchester (Gorsey Lane) | Visit by newly promoted sides in August |
| Warrington Town | Guiseley (away) | Hyde United (Cantilever Park) – 11 Aug |
Local impact and expectations
Derbies on Boxing Day and Easter Monday have previously produced strong turnouts, and organisers on both sides will be preparing for larger-than-average crowds. For supporters planning travel or tickets, early attention to club communications and ticket pages is advised, particularly for the Cantilever Park fixtures.
The full fixture lists for both clubs have been published and are available via their respective club channels for supporters and local stakeholders to consult.
