Mowden had alrewady fixed up warm-up games for every Saturday in August so the midweek fixture is the best option.
The winner will go through to the semi-final scheduled for February.
1st Round to be played on or before Sunday 26th August 2012
| Billingham | vs | Blaydon | ||
| Darlington | vs | Westoe | ||
| Durham City | vs | Gateshead | ||
| West Hartlepool | vs | Darlington Mowden Park |
Semi Final Ties to be played on or before Sunday 24th February 2013
| Billingham or Blaydon | vs | Durham City or Gateshead | ||
| West Hartlepool or Darlington Mowden Park | vs | Darlington or Westoe |
Final to be played on Wednesday 1st May 2013