Club Overview
Darlington FC compete in the Enterprise National League North during the 2026/27 season. This page is part of the NonLeagueReview club directory, covering the club’s history, ground, honours and matchday experience.
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Darlington FC |
| Nickname | The Quakers |
| Founded | 1883 |
| League | National League North |
| Ground | Blackwell Meadows |
| Capacity | 3,300 |
| Location | Neasham Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 5NR |
| Colours | Black & white |
Stadium Guide
Blackwell Meadows is the home of Darlington FC. Blackwell Meadows has a stated capacity of 3,300. The ground provides the setting for the club’s home fixtures and forms a key part of the matchday experience.
Address: Neasham Road, Darlington, County Durham, DL1 5NR
Club History
Darlington FC were formed in 1883 and became founder members of the Northern League in 1889. The Quakers enjoyed major league success in the early twentieth century and spent decades in the Football League before financial difficulties led to the formation of a supporter-owned club. Darlington returned to their home town at Blackwell Meadows on Boxing Day 2016.
Honours
Northern League champions: 1895/96 and 1899/1900; Northern Premier League champions: 2015/16
Club Records
Blackwell Meadows opened for Darlington in 2016. The club’s historic Feethams ground was their home for most of the twentieth century.
Famous Players & Club Figures
David Hodgson and David Speedie are among the notable players associated with Darlington’s Football League era.
Rivalries
Hartlepool United, Spennymoor Town, Gateshead are among the fixtures that have carried particular local or historical interest for Darlington FC supporters.
Matchday Guide
Blackwell Meadows has a covered standing area, a seated stand, catering outlets and a clubhouse bar. The current capacity is 3,300.
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