| Saturday 30th August 1997 | F.A. Challenge Cup Preliminary Round | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Congleton Town | 1-1 | Darwen | |
| Tuesday 2nd September 1997 | F.A. Challenge Cup Preliminary Round Replay | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Darwen | 4-3 | Congleton Town | |
| Saturday 13th September 1997 | F.A. Challenge Cup 1st Qualifying Round | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Darwen | 1-2 | Ryhope Community Association | |
| Saturday 4th October 1997 | F.A. Carlsberg Vase 2nd Qualifying Round | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Brodsworth Welfare | 4-1 | Darwen | |
