Last updated : Friday, 28 June 2024
Romford & District Football League
The Romford & District Football League is an amateur football league based in Romford, London, England. It was founded in 1922 and currently has over 50 teams competing in various divisions. The league is affiliated to the Football Association and its teams compete in a variety of cup competitions, including the Essex Senior Cup and the FA Vase.
History
The Romford & District Football League was founded in 1922 by a group of local football enthusiasts. The first season of the league consisted of just six teams, but the league has grown steadily over the years and now has over 50 teams competing in various divisions.
The league has been home to a number of successful teams over the years, including Romford Town, who won the Essex Senior League in 1969-70. The league has also produced a number of professional footballers, including Paul Gascoigne, who played for Romford Town as a youngster.
Current Structure
The Romford & District Football League is currently divided into four divisions: Premier Division, Division One, Division Two, and Division Three. The top two teams in the Premier Division are promoted to the Essex Senior League, while the bottom two teams are relegated to Division One.
The league also runs a number of cup competitions, including the Romford & District Challenge Cup, the Romford & District Charity Cup, and the Romford & District Junior Cup.
