Season opens away at Leek; heavy August schedule at home
The Northern Premier League has published the 2026/27 fixtures and Whitby Town will begin the season with an away match at Leek Town. The Seasiders face a demanding start, with six league matches scheduled before the end of August, including several early home games at the Towbar Express Stadium.
Key early dates and holiday derbies
Whitby’s first home fixture arrives on Tuesday, Aug. 11 when Guiseley visit. The busy opening period also includes matches against Ilkeston Town, Warrington Town, Cleethorpes Town and Quorn.
- Season opener: Away at Leek Town
- First home game: Guiseley, Tuesday, Aug. 11
- Bank Holiday match: Alfreton Town at Whitby, Aug. 31
- Boxing Day derby: Redcar Athletic at the Towbar Express Stadium
“The festive schedule offers a particularly attractive fixture for fans on the Yorkshire Coast,” the fixture release notes regarding the Boxing Day meeting with Redcar Athletic.
Notable fixtures through the season
Supporters can look forward to several high-profile games across the campaign. Whitby travel to Bury just before Christmas on Dec. 19, with Bury due at the Towbar Express Stadium on Apr. 3. A meeting with FC United of Manchester takes place away on Oct. 3, with the return fixture in Whitby on Feb. 6.
Local rivalries and regional travel are also highlighted: Whitby hosts Redcar Athletic on Dec. 26 (Boxing Day), then visit Redcar on Easter Monday. Matches with fellow North East side Stockton Town are scheduled for Oct. 31 (away) and Apr. 10 (home). A game at Workington is set for Oct. 13.
Fixture snapshot
| Date | Opponent | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Opening day (Aug) | Leek Town | Away |
| Aug 11 | Guiseley | Towbar Express Stadium (Home) |
| Aug 31 | Alfreton Town | Towbar Express Stadium (Home) |
| Oct 3 | FC United of Manchester | Away |
| Oct 13 | Workington | Away |
| Oct 31 | Stockton Town | Away |
| Dec 19 | Bury | Away |
| Dec 26 | Redcar Athletic | Towbar Express Stadium (Home) |
| Jan 2 | Alfreton Town | Away |
| Feb 6 | FC United of Manchester | Home |
| Apr 3 | Bury | Home |
| Apr 10 | Stockton Town | Home |
The published schedule gives local supporters and fixture planners a clear overview of key matches and holiday ties. Further timetable details, specific kick-off times and any future changes will be confirmed by the club and the league as the season approaches.
