The FA Walking Football Cup is the official national cup competition for walking football teams in England, organised by The Football Association.
Teams enter through County FA–run local heats, competing against other sides in their area. Successful teams progress to regional finals, before the top-performing teams from across the country advance to the National Finals.
The competition is structured to balance accessibility with competitive progression, ensuring teams of all levels can take part while still rewarding performance.
AGE GROUPS
There are four competition categories:
- Mixed 50+
- Mixed 60+
- Women 40+
- Women 50+
Each category runs as a separate competition, with its own pathway to the National Finals.
REGISTER YOUR TEAM HERE: https://walkingfootballcup.tmgevents.co.uk/register?role=team
IMPORTANT DATES
Local Heats Start: May 2026 (Completion deadline: 18th August 2026)
Regional Finals:
South-West: Lockleaze Sports Centre, Sunday 20th September
Midlands: Derby Racecourse, Saturday 12th September
North-West: William Fosters, Wigan, Sunday 13th September
North-East: Washington, Sunderland, Sunday 27th September
South: Rectory Park, Middlesex, Saturday 5th September
South-East: Parsloes Park, Dagenham, Sunday 6th September
National Finals: St George’s Park, 18th October 2026
Find out about the local heats available for Teams to register for HERE: https://walkingfootballcup.tmgevents.co.uk/local-heats
Source and further info: https://walkingfootballcup.tmgevents.co.uk/about/
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Author: The Walking Football
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